Jonathan Mercer Email & Phone Number

Seattle, Wa, Us

Federal Way, Washington, United States

As a Literature & Humanities Teacher, I’ve taught up to 150 students each semester on behalf of a Title 1 school serving highly diverse populations. I’ve developed interactive curriculum and facilitated engaging discussions on current events focusing on the social issues of our time. During this time, I’ve consistently worked to foster an inclusive learning environment.Key Highlights:• Worked to promote student comprehension and engagement with literature, assigning readings by Walt Whitman, Langston Hughes, T.S. Elliot, Sylvia Plath, and Henry David Thoreau. • Coordinated in-class activities including mock trials, simulating court room proceedings.• Designed performance-based projects and taught Film as Literature course, incorporating multimedia and interactive elements to improve student aptitudes in reading, writing, and comprehension.• Served as union representative, negotiating improved working conditions for 1,500 employees throughout the region.• Recognized by Federal Way Public School Board for outstanding achievement and dedication to high-quality instruction, consistently exceeding district targets pertaining to student learning and engagement.

Mercer Island, Washington, United States

I provided individualized instruction for youth identified as high risk. In this capacity, I promoted cultural inclusivity for students across diverse racial and socioeconomic statuses.Key Highlights:• Adapted instructional methods to accommodate students with diagnoses including Autism Spectrum Disorder, learning disabilities, and emotional challenges.• Taught classes in English, Social Studies, and Music Production, creating tutorials and teaching youth how to write and record original music pieces which were performed at schoolwide fundraiser.• Tracked student progress and updated course resources using Google applications, reporting to Head of School.

Kent, Washington, United States

I provided engaging instruction as an English Language Arts Teacher, working with one of the most diverse public schools state-wide, serving students from more than 100 countries worldwide. In this capacity, I taught classes in literature and creative writing for over 150 students each semester, cultivating a safe and productive learning environment to promote intellectual curiosity and exploration. I also designed academic assessments and tracked student progress, working to identify and address issues pertaining to content comprehension and assignment completion.

Renton, Washington, United States

As an English Language Arts Teacher with a public high school serving students from diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds, I led advanced and intermediate English courses for up to 150 students each semester, working to adapt content to engage students with divergent learning styles and abilities.Key Highlights:• Incorporated works of classical literature including Shakespeare, highlighting relevant elements to engage students. • Designed and administered assignments, guiding students to create expository, argumentative, and narrative essays covering works of fiction, nonfiction, and theatrical genres.

Seattle, Washington, United States

As a Supported Employment Specialist/Assistant Teacher, I contributed to vocational and educational programs for a leading regional organization with a mission of expanding resources and opportunities for individuals with disabilities. I worked directly with caseloads of up to 15 clients to establish vocational goals based on individual interests and abilities, interfacing with employers to coordinate employment.Key Highlights:• Facilitated classes and activities for students enrolled in academic programming, accommodating neuro-typical students and those with divergent abilities, with diagnoses such as Down’s syndrome and Cerebral Palsy.• Participated in onboarding procedures for new staff, working to promote full adherence to organizational policies and regulatory requirements while reporting to Program Director.• Earned multiple promotions in recognition of exceptional professional development and mentorship abilities.

Seattle, Washington

• Instructed students in ninth grade English Language Arts curriculum, including designing and implementing formative as well as summative assessments• Differentiated lessons through accommodations and modifications of course content for a variety of learners• Generated questions to stimulate engaging literary discussion between students in small group and whole class settings• Fostered a safe, productive, and structured learning environment to encourage students to feel secure when exploring their ideas about literature and the world• Corresponded with parents about student achievement and next steps for instruction and documented pertinent student and parental interactions via eSIS• Participated in student-led parent/teacher conferences• Tracked students’ progress and achievement over time and monitored their work for possible misconceptions of course content• Attended all departmental and interdisciplinary ninth grade team meetings as required

San Jose, California

• Worked individually and as a team to strategize, create, and implement plans that addressed various struggles and needs of clients with developmental disabilities• Scheduled and ensured completion of activities and job functions with regard to clients’ specific skill development• Provided assistance with life skills such as managing finances, maintaining cleanliness in the home, and encouraging community outings• Maintained daily documentation regarding clients’ status• Received ‘Award for Integrity’ in 2002 and 2003

Bachelor’S Degree, English Language & Literature, 3.7 Gpa

Course topics included American Literature, Poetry, Shakespeare, Literary Criticism and Cultural Studies.

Master’S Degree, Teaching & English Language Arts, 3.9 Gpa

Completed coursework in Multicultural Education, Human Development, Instructional Leadership, and Literacy & Culture.

Associate Of Arts (A.A.), General Studies, 3.7

Activities and Societies: Deans List

Associate’S Degree, General Studies, 3.6 Gpa

Certification, Audio Engineering, 3.6

Certified in Pro Tools. Proficiency in Logic Pro X, Ableton Live, large format console, mic placement, signal flow etc…