Jill Merchant
Burley,ID
Summary
Experienced educator with over 7 years of experience in fostering a positive, engaging learning environment in various elementary classrooms. Skilled in utilizing diverse teaching strategies to accommodate various learning styles and abilities. Possess strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a proven track record of building meaningful relationships with students, parents, and colleagues. Passionate about cultivating a love for learning and empowering students to reach their full potential.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Third Grade Teacher
Cassia School District
08.2022 - 05.2024
- Collaborated with a team in achieving data based goals.
- Participated in professional development programs including Tools for Teaching, Write Tools, SIOP, and PLC conference in Salt Lake City.
- Chaperoned 5th and 6th graders for ski club.
Substitute Teacher
Cassia School District
11.2021 - 08.2022
- Substitute teacher in several schools including Burley Junior High, Burley High School, White Pine Elementary, Dworshak Elementary, Mountain View Elementary, and John V Evans.
- Utilized skills in classroom management to facilitate learning.
- Developed relationships with teachers, students, and administrative staff.
Kindergarten Teacher
Quitman High School
08.2007 - 05.2009
- Focused on reading, writing, and math skills for kindergarteners.
- Utilized management skills in facilitating a classroom for maximized learning.
- Utilized play based learning.
- Collaborated with a team teacher in building lessons as well as setting goals.
Third Grade Teacher
Southside Elementary
08.2005 - 05.2007
- Implemented behavior management strategies in a high needs classroom.
- Taught 3rd grade level skills including a high focus on multiplication, reading skills, and writing skills.
- Collaborated with team teachers in growth strategies.
- Organized field trips for the 3rd grade team.
First Grade Teacher
Hawk Elementary
08.2004 - 05.2005
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate a wide range of needs.
- Utilized data driven instruction to identify areas of need for individual students and adjust teaching methods accordingly.
- Incorporated classroom management skills to facilitate learning.
- Established strong relationships with parents through effective communication about their child's academic progress and social-emotional development.
- Improved student reading comprehension by incorporating engaging phonics activities and guided reading sessions.
Substitute Teacher
Jackson Parish School District
08.2003 - 05.2005
- Utilized classroom management skills to facilitate student learning.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Substitute taught a kindergarten classroom long term from January to May of 2004.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Southwestern Assemblies of God University
Waxahachie, TX05.2003
Skills
- Collaborative Teaching
- Organizational Skills
- Problem Solving Skills
- Classroom Management
- Parent Teacher Communication
- Relationship Building
Certification
Idaho Education Credential
Idaho Dept of Education
Edu ID 388477566
Teaching Certificate
Louisiana State Dept of Education
Level 2 468818
Timeline
Third Grade Teacher
Cassia School District
08.2022 - 05.2024
Substitute Teacher
Cassia School District
11.2021 - 08.2022
Kindergarten Teacher
Quitman High School
08.2007 - 05.2009
Third Grade Teacher
Southside Elementary
08.2005 - 05.2007
First Grade Teacher
Hawk Elementary
08.2004 - 05.2005
Substitute Teacher
Jackson Parish School District
08.2003 - 05.2005
Idaho Education Credential
Idaho Dept of Education
Edu ID 388477566
Teaching Certificate
Louisiana State Dept of Education
Level 2 468818
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Southwestern Assemblies of God University
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