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Jill M. Farr 36133 Loon Lane
Zephyrhills, Florida 33541
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Objective
To obtain a position that will utilize my skills and strengths for mutual benefit.
Skills and Strengths
*Strong Verbal and Written Communications Skills
*Able to Multi-task
*Problem Solving
*Leadership
*Planning/Scheduling
*Highly Developed Computer Skills
*Team Building
*Highly Self Motivated
*Site Based Decision Team Planning
*First Aid Responder
*Whole Language Instructor
*Cooperative Group Instruction
*Cross Grade Level Teaching
*School Inclusion Project *Site-Based Decision Planning
*Steering Committee
Education
The University of Iowa, Iowa City, Iowa Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education - 1989
Credentials Available: The Educational Placement Office
University of Iowa, N302 Lindquist Center, Iowa City, Iowa Telephone: ------------
Professional Experience
Rodney B. Cox Elementary July 2018 - present
Pasco County Schools
Zephyrhills, Florida Teacher - 4th Grade
Woodland Elementary January 2018 - Present
Pasco County Schools
Zephyrhills, Florida Teacher - Second Grade
Heritage Academy August 2017 - January 2018
Zephyrhills, Florida
Teacher - First Grade
Hillsborough County School District August 2012 - Present
Tampa, Florida Teacher - Fifth
Grade/First Grade
Educate Online, Inc. November 2007 - 2016
Baltimore, MD
Tutor/Teacher
Union County School District September 2002 - June 2006
Monroe, NC
Teacher - Fifth Grade
Hidden Valley Elementary August 1998 - March 2000
Charlotte, North Carolina
Teacher - Fourth Grade
Brook Glen Elementary August 1996 - 1997
Taylors, South Carolina
Teacher - Fifth Grade
Training
Grant Wood Elementary School 1989
Iowa City, Iowa Student Teacher
Southeast Junior High School 1989
Iowa City, Iowa Coaching
Horace Mann Elementary 1987
Iowa City, Iowa Practicum
Highlights of Qualifications
*Inducted into National Honor Roll’s Outstanding American Teachers for Exceptional Performance in the Motivation and Empowerment of Today’s Youth
2005/2006 School Year
*Board of Directors for SAGA International
*Chaired Site Based Management Committee
*People to People Ambassador
*Nominated “New Teacher of the Year” - 1989-1990
*Grade Level Chair
*Specialization in Computer Education
*Coaching Specialization
*Wrote curriculum for new magnet school
*Set up and implemented “Safely Patrol” program
*Chaired Young Author’s Day Program
*Red Ribbon Week Chair
*Liaison with police department for the D.A.R.E. program
*Chaired fundraising committee
*Co-chair of Strategic Planning Action Team
*Implemented annual “Jump-a-thon” program
*Environmental Awareness Program Coordinator
Professional Training and Development
Additional courses and workshops in Science Fellows Program, Year-round Schooling,
Cooperative Learning in the Classroom, Wisconsin Inclusion Project, Putting Inclusion
Practices to Work in your Classroom, Site-based Decision Making Systems, Strengthening Your Fifth Grade Program, Computer Workshops, Wrote and Applied a Professional Development Plan.
Distinctions
*Lived in Germany and Austria - 1989
*Training in hospital patient representation
*Dean’s List Student
*Youth Leader Corps
*Secretary and House Manager - Alpha Phi Sorority
*Performed in college operas
*Performed in Community Theater Productions *Performed in movie : Children of the Corn - Los Angeles, Calif.
Volunteer Activities
*Receptionist at Southbrook Church
*Media Center Volunteer
*Junior League
*American Heart Association
*Handicapped Swim Instructor
*United Way - Crisis Center Worker
*Sunday School and Vacation Bible School Teacher
*Choir Member
Additional Work Experience
*Server - Hickory Tavern - Charlotte, North Carolina
*Receptionist/General Office Work - Borst and Associates - Illinois
*Waitress/Banquet Manager/Bartender
*Nanny - New York
*Swim Instructor
*Lifeguard/Director of Aquatics
*Camp Counselor
Jill M. Farr 36133 Loon Lane
Zephyrhills, Florida 33541
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Objective
To obtain a position that will utilize my skills and strengths for mutual benefit.
Skills and Strengths
*Strong Verbal and Written Communications Skills
*Able to Multi-task
*Problem Solving
*Leadership
*Planning/Scheduling
*Highly Developed Computer Skills
*Team Building
*Highly Self Motivated
*Site Based Decision Team Planning
*First Aid Responder
*Whole Language Instructor
*Cooperative Group Instruction
*Cross Grade Level Teaching
*School Inclusion Project *Site-Based Decision Planning
*Steering Committee
Education
The University of Iowa, Iowa City, Iowa Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education - 1989
Credentials Available: The Educational Placement Office
University of Iowa, N302 Lindquist Center, Iowa City, Iowa Telephone: ------------
Professional Experience
Rodney B. Cox Elementary July 2018 - present
Pasco County Schools
Zephyrhills, Florida Teacher - 4th Grade
Woodland Elementary January 2018 - Present
Pasco County Schools
Zephyrhills, Florida Teacher - Second Grade
Heritage Academy August 2017 - January 2018
Zephyrhills, Florida
Teacher - First Grade
Hillsborough County School District August 2012 - Present
Tampa, Florida Teacher - Fifth
Grade/First Grade
Educate Online, Inc. November 2007 - 2016
Baltimore, MD
Tutor/Teacher
Union County School District September 2002 - June 2006
Monroe, NC
Teacher - Fifth Grade
Hidden Valley Elementary August 1998 - March 2000
Charlotte, North Carolina
Teacher - Fourth Grade
Brook Glen Elementary August 1996 - 1997
Taylors, South Carolina
Teacher - Fifth Grade
Training
Grant Wood Elementary School 1989
Iowa City, Iowa Student Teacher
Southeast Junior High School 1989
Iowa City, Iowa Coaching
Horace Mann Elementary 1987
Iowa City, Iowa Practicum
Highlights of Qualifications
*Inducted into National Honor Roll’s Outstanding American Teachers for Exceptional Performance in the Motivation and Empowerment of Today’s Youth
2005/2006 School Year
*Board of Directors for SAGA International
*Chaired Site Based Management Committee
*People to People Ambassador
*Nominated “New Teacher of the Year” - 1989-1990
*Grade Level Chair
*Specialization in Computer Education
*Coaching Specialization
*Wrote curriculum for new magnet school
*Set up and implemented “Safely Patrol” program
*Chaired Young Author’s Day Program
*Red Ribbon Week Chair
*Liaison with police department for the D.A.R.E. program
*Chaired fundraising committee
*Co-chair of Strategic Planning Action Team
*Implemented annual “Jump-a-thon” program
*Environmental Awareness Program Coordinator
Professional Training and Development
Additional courses and workshops in Science Fellows Program, Year-round Schooling,
Cooperative Learning in the Classroom, Wisconsin Inclusion Project, Putting Inclusion
Practices to Work in your Classroom, Site-based Decision Making Systems, Strengthening Your Fifth Grade Program, Computer Workshops, Wrote and Applied a Professional Development Plan.
Distinctions
*Lived in Germany and Austria - 1989
*Training in hospital patient representation
*Dean’s List Student
*Youth Leader Corps
*Secretary and House Manager - Alpha Phi Sorority
*Performed in college operas
*Performed in Community Theater Productions *Performed in movie : Children of the Corn - Los Angeles, Calif.
Volunteer Activities
*Receptionist at Southbrook Church
*Media Center Volunteer
*Junior League
*American Heart Association
*Handicapped Swim Instructor
*United Way - Crisis Center Worker
*Sunday School and Vacation Bible School Teacher
*Choir Member
Additional Work Experience
*Server - Hickory Tavern - Charlotte, North Carolina
*Receptionist/General Office Work - Borst and Associates - Illinois
*Waitress/Banquet Manager/Bartender
*Nanny - New York
*Swim Instructor
*Lifeguard/Director of Aquatics
*Camp Counselor