Goldenrod Montessori

I am a teacher that passionately believes that children should be free to learn and reach their highest potential beginning this foundation at a young age. I believe that the Montessori method provides the best pathway to meet children’s needs.

Biography

Jill Evans is a native daughter, born and raised in Cleveland, Ohio. She attended Cleveland Public Schools from Kindergarten through the 9th grade. From there she attended Glen Oak School in Gates Mills, Ohio.  She attended  Wittenberg University in Springfield, Ohio graduating with a degree in Business Administration.

From there, she began her career as an administrator for the City of Cleveland, successfully serving for 12 years. At the same time, the desire to teach young children was with her since childhood, and upon leaving City Hall, she started her teaching career as a long-term substitute teacher. This gave her time to dedicate to raising her family, before pursuing her teaching degree.

In 2011, she enrolled in CSU Master of Education program. Finishing in May of 2015, she received her Master’s Degree in Curriculum and Instruction Specializing in Early Childhood Education. She proudly graduated with a 4.0. In August of the same year, she was hired full-time at Tremont Montessori, teaching there until arriving at Wade Park in 2018.   Now, combining  her business and Montessori teaching skills Jill continues her  nearly 20 year teaching journey by founding Goldenrod Montessori. She is overjoyed to continue working with children and their families.

Education is very close to my heart.  Coming from a family of teachers, I myself, was inspired to finish my degree in ECED.  Working full time and finishing my degree (for the last 12 years) has been a huge priority in my life.  Through these experiences I have had a lot of hands on training, curriculum planning and classroom management skills.  

My goal as a teacher is to create a safe learning environment and provide authentic learning experiences for the children by incorporating differentiation and hands on experiences. I believe that fostering a caring community in the classroom and with the guardians/staff ensures a positive and rewarding teaching experience for the students.  

Every child deserves to have an authentic and positive learning experience.  I believe that Montessori can achieve those goals and inspire children to reflect, explore and build confidence through fostering healthy relationships with teacher guides to ensure positive and rewarding learning experiences for the students. I cannot wait to watch the children grow in the exciting world of Montessori!  

I have had the pleasure of working in many different communities on the east-side of Cleveland and studying/living in Mexico City and the UK.  It has given me the opportunity to meet many children, families and tailor learning to the child’s interests, development and learning style.  I believe that it is my responsibility as an instructor to cater to every student’s needs not only academically but socially, emotionally and physically.  Encompassing the whole child will allow them to take risks and make meaningful learning connections.     

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