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    Jennifer Merrill is seeking a teaching position and has experience teaching preschool through 8th grade. She has a B.A. in Liberal Studies from San Diego State University and a Multiple Subject Teaching Credential. She has worked as a visiting teacher, student teacher, pre-student teacher, and after school program attendant. Her student teaching experience was in 5th grade, where she planned and taught lessons aligned to standards. She has received additional certifications in English and TEFL and is involved in an education organization. References praise her patience, engagement strategies, reflection, and work to improve her teaching.

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    Jennifer Merrill is seeking a teaching position and has experience teaching preschool through 8th grade. She has a B.A. in Liberal Studies from San Diego State University and a Multiple Subject Teaching Credential. She has worked as a visiting teacher, student teacher, pre-student teacher, and after school program attendant. Her student teaching experience was in 5th grade, where she planned and taught lessons aligned to standards. She has received additional certifications in English and TEFL and is involved in an education organization. References praise her patience, engagement strategies, reflection, and work to improve her teaching.

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    Jennifer Merrill is seeking a teaching position and has experience teaching preschool through 8th grade. She has a B.A. in Liberal Studies from San Diego State University and a Multiple Subject Teaching Credential. She has worked as a visiting teacher, student teacher, pre-student teacher, and after school program attendant. Her student teaching experience was in 5th grade, where she planned and taught lessons aligned to standards. She has received additional certifications in English and TEFL and is involved in an education organization. References praise her patience, engagement strategies, reflection, and work to improve her teaching.

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    Jennifer Merrill is seeking a teaching position and has experience teaching preschool through 8th grade. She has a B.A. in Liberal Studies from San Diego State University and a Multiple Subject Teaching Credential. She has worked as a visiting teacher, student teacher, pre-student teacher, and after school program attendant. Her student teaching experience was in 5th grade, where she planned and taught lessons aligned to standards. She has received additional certifications in English and TEFL and is involved in an education organization. References praise her patience, engagement strategies, reflection, and work to improve her teaching.

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    Jennifer Merrill

    4508 3rd Street Apt. 9


    La Mesa, California 91941
    (858) 699-0129
    [email protected]
    EDUCATION:
    Multiple Subject Teaching Credential San Diego State University
    December 2016

    B.A. In Liberal Studies San Diego State University


    May 2015

    PROFESSIONAL TEACHING EXPERIENCES:


    VISITING/GUEST TEACHER - Preschool to Grade 8
    September 2015-Present
    La Mesa-Spring Valley School District and San Diego Unified School
    District
    Implement lessons, supervise students, assist individual students one-on-one
    with any misconceptions or confusions, and ensure students complete their
    assignments.
    Adjust preplanned lessons and implement my own lessons if necessary.
    Interact positively with students and treat each student with respect.
    Manage the behavior of students by positively reinforcing exemplary behavior
    and disciplining negative behavior in an appropriate manner.
    STUDENT TEACHER - Grade 5 August 2016-
    December 2016
    Logan K-8 School, San Diego Unified School District
    Planned and taught lessons in all subject areas which aligned to CCSS and
    which were grounded in research-based educational theories. Worked
    collaboratively as a team of 5th grade teachers to develop cohesive lessons
    that progressed in a logical manner, analyzed and assessed student learning,
    and evaluated the effectiveness of teaching. Gradually assumed
    responsibility, teaching 100% of the classroom for last five weeks.
    Met the needs of individual students by differentiating and scaffolding tasks.
    Created a positive and safe learning environment by treating each child with
    respect, establishing rapport with all students, accounting for their interests,
    and ensuring mutual respect and rapport among students. Established high
    and reasonable expectations for each student and challenged every student
    to perform to their highest potential each day.
    Established positive relationships with students and parents. Communicated
    effectively with parents regarding both successes and areas for improvement
    for each student.
    PRE-STUDENT TEACHER Grade 1 February
    2016-April 2016
    Carlton Hills Elementary School, Santee School District
    Observed effective teaching practices, classroom management techniques,
    and positive student-teacher interactions.
    Worked in small groups and one-on-one with students who needed extra
    support in different subject areas.
    Planned and implemented one literacy unit focused on opinion writing.
    Evaluated students understanding and the effectiveness of my own teaching.
    Built a positive rapport with students and parents. Communicated effectively
    with teachers and other school staff.
    ADDITIONAL PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCES:
    EXTENDED SCHOOL SERVICES ATTENDANT August
    2011-September 2014
    Murdock Elementary and Casa De Oro Elementary, La Mesa-Spring Valley
    School District
    Led a small group of students ranging from Transitional Kindergarten to 6 th
    Grade in an after school care program. Helped students with homework, led
    educational programs, and planned/organized artistic and physical activities
    throughout the day.
    Managed students behavior by positively reinforcing exemplar behavior and
    disciplining negative behavior accordingly and appropriately.
    Established a positive relationship with staff, students and parents.
    Communicated effectively with site leads and parents regarding both
    successes and areas of improvement for students and the program.
    RECREATION ATTENDANT May 2015 -
    Present
    Hilton San Diego Resort and Spa
    Manage pool and recreation activities during the Spring, Summer and holiday
    seasons.
    Establishing a positive relationship with staff and guests. Answering guests
    questions in a timely and appropriate manner while working to attend to their
    needs and desires.
    CERTIFICATIONS AND EXTRA CURRICULARS:
    Received a Subject Matter Authorization in English at San Diego State
    University in December 2016.
    Received a Teaching English as a Second Language Certificate at San Diego
    State University in May 2015.
    Co-Founded Aztecs for Education at San Diego State University in August
    2015. This organization is a supportive network of teacher candidates whose
    aim is to make a difference in the community through outreach programs and
    gain valuable experiences that will help us be effective teachers and learners
    Hold an executive position on the Board for Aztecs for Education; August
    2015-present.
    Represent Aztecs for Education on the Board of Representatives for the
    College of Education Student Council.
    Represented Aztecs for Education and Co-Sponsored the Educators Rising
    Conference at San Diego State University in February 2017.
    TESTIMONIALS:
    She [Jenny] was also very patient and supportive towards students with
    individualized educational plans. She would scaffold and modify classwork to
    meet their learning goals Rocio Hodge

    Jenny used multiple strategies for keeping students engaged during lessons.
    She continuously monitored students for clarification and understanding,
    adjusting her lessons and delivery for students who needed more individual
    instruction Maureen Begley
    Jenny is constantly reflecting on ways to improve her pedagogy, as well as to
    diligently continuing to work on her teaching, revising curriculum and seeking
    better resources Eric Ginsberg

    REFERENCES:

    MRS. ROCIO HODGE


    5th grade teacher and grade team leader at Logan K-8, San Diego Unified
    School District
    [email protected], (619) 454-9919

    MRS. MAUREEN BEGLEY


    School Site University Supervisor, San Diego State University
    [email protected], (619) 302 5906

    MR. ERIC GINSBERG


    Faculty and 3SB Single Subject Credential Team Leader, San Diego State
    University
    [email protected], (619) 594 6131

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