Jennifer Merrill

4508 3rd Street Apt. 9

La Mesa, California 91941
(858) 699-0129
Jlmerrill3@gmail.com
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
rhodge1@sandi.net, (619) 454-9919

MRS. MAUREEN BEGLEY

School Site University Supervisor, San Diego State University
mbegley@cox.net, (619) 302 5906

MR. ERIC GINSBERG

Faculty and 3SB Single Subject Credential Team Leader, San Diego State
University
eginsberg@mail.sdsu.edu, (619) 594 6131