Jillian Smith
Lithia,FL
Summary
Dynamic educator with experience at Sunshine Elementary, skilled in lesson planning and classroom management. Successfully implemented diverse learning strategies to enhance student engagement and foster critical thinking. Collaborated effectively with colleagues to create innovative lesson plans, ensuring all students received the support they needed to thrive in a nurturing environment.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Student Teacher, Second Grade
Sunshine Elementary
Fort Myers, Florida
01.2025 - 04.2025
- I took over the classroom and taught throughout the whole day.
- I attended PLC meetings biweekly.
- I sat in an ESE Eligibility meeting, as well as a WIDA testing meeting.
- I collaborated with multiple teachers to come up with ideas for lessons.
- I encouraged students daily to complete their classwork using critical thinking skills.
- I worked with students who needed extra support to help them succeed in the class.
- I bonded with my ELL student and made lots of accommodations for him in my lessons.
- I used differentiation in my lesson to ensure I was reaching every student.
Student Teacher, Kindergarten
Pinewoods Elementary
Fort Myers, Florida
02.2024 - 04.2024
- I taught centers and whole-group lessons.
- I walked the students to lunch and specials daily.
- I handed out papers, graded assignments, and greeted students at the door.
Student Teacher, Fifth Grade
Allen Park Elementary
Fort Myers, FL
08.2023 - 11.2023
- I taught whole group lessons, as well as small groups.
- I graded papers and took attendance.
- I walked students to specials and lunch.
- Encouraged and supported students when neeeded.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Florida Gulf Coast University
Fort Myers, FL05-2025
Skills
- Lesson planning
- Classroom management
- Student assessment
- Team collaboration
- Diverse learning strategies
- Effective communication
Certification
- ESOL endorsement
- Reading endorsement
Accomplishments
- Graduating from the education program with a 3.9 GPA
Timeline
Student Teacher, Second Grade
Sunshine Elementary
01.2025 - 04.2025
Student Teacher, Kindergarten
Pinewoods Elementary
02.2024 - 04.2024
Student Teacher, Fifth Grade
Allen Park Elementary
08.2023 - 11.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Florida Gulf Coast University