Hello, my name is
Jaeger Marchant
History Education
About Me
My name is Jaeger Marchant, I am currently a senior at the University of Mary. I will be graduating in the spring of 2025 with a bachelor's degree in History Education, with my specialization area being Politics. I was born and raised in Bismarck and hope to stay around the area to teach! Throughout my time at the University of Mary, I have learned an incredible amount from my professors, and cannot wait to apply that knowledge in the classroom.
I come from a small family, with only one younger sibling. Everywhere in my life, I am surrounded by educators. My mom works at Centennial elementary school, my fiancée works at St. Anne's elementary school, and my little brother is a history education major at UND. I also coach football and basketball at Legacy High School, where I get to learn from some of the very best!
My desire to be a teacher started in high school, where I was blessed to have amazing teachers. In 2019, I accepted my first coaching job, coaching the Freshman C Boy's Basketball team at Legacy. I was instantly reassured of my decision to become an educator. The time spent helping these students become well-rounded young men was the highlight of each day. The joy in helping those students grow their skill and character will carry over into my time in the classroom. I have already experienced this joy within my Practicum I & II placements, and cannot wait for a career in education.
Teaching Philosophy
My teaching philosophy is grounded in the belief that every student who enters my future classroom is an individual who is trusting me with their future. This is both a privilege and a responsibility, which I take seriously. In my classroom, mutual respect is the cornerstone of any interactions. I prioritize putting the person first, creating a safe, inclusive environment where students can express themselves freely and be confident in who they are. Students will be encouraged to engage deeply with the material, ask questions, and collaborate with their peers. My goal is to foster a space where students are emotionally and intellectually secure, enabling them to take risks, ask questions, and engage fully with the learning process.
Classroom Management Philosophy
My primary focus within classroom management is clear expectations. This enables the creation a safe, supportive, and nurturing environment where every student feels valued and respected. According to Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs, students must feel safe and loved before they can engage in the learning process. I plan on doing this by knowing all of my students as individuals, and that will in turn lead to building a school family. I also plan on using “I notice” statements when expectations are not met. This can be followed with logical consequences for each individual expectation.
Philosophy of History
My philosophy of history is a combination of two of the most popular philosophies, those being the Cyclical theory and the Annales school. I believe that history has a somewhat repetitive nature, and that history is not shaped by great men, but by long-term structures that shape civilizations. While key figures and events do play a role, I see history as a blend of recurring patterns and gradual transformations, which are influenced by social, economic, political, or environmental factors.
Professional Experiences
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Practicum I with Kohl Stewart at Legacy High School
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Observed for 45 hours
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Developed and taught two lessons
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One on the Civil Rights Movement and Legislation
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One on corrupt American political practices
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Biggest takeaway: My tendency to use filler words while teaching
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Practicum II with Meghan Bardell at Simle Middle School
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Observed for 45 hours
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Developed and taught four lessons
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One 2-Day lesson on Roman Leaders
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One data driven lesson on Roman Architecture
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One technology incorporated lesson on Ancient Roman map skills
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Biggest takeaway: Flexibility within lesson plans to allow for meeting the individual student
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Professional Experiences Continued
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Cultural Diversity with Dr. Podhradsky at UMary (Summer 2023)
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Spent time learning about and designing developmentally appropriate and challenging learning experiences based on the unique needs of individual learners
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Created a Mental Health Resource about depression
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Experienced diversity throughout Practicum I & II placements, coaching, and miscellaneous work experiences
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Biggest takeaway: Diversity is important in the classroom as it creates an inclusive learning environment, enriches student’s perspectives and knowledge, promotes personal growth, reduces prejudice and stereotyping, and supports student’s social and emotional development. Ultimately, it comes down to putting the person first.
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Coaching at Legacy High School
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Freshman Boy's Basketball Coach (2019-present)
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Developed and implemented practice plans for the whole team
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Met and communicated with both parents and members of the booster club
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Held end of the season player development meetings
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Led conversations with the Varsity Basketball team as a mental health advocate
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Freshman Football Coach (2020-2022)
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Managed and called special teams for freshman football team
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Fostered positive relationships with students new to the high school program
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JV and Varsity Football Coach (2023-present)
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Developed and implemented practice plans for varsity position group
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Collaborated across position groups in order to put athletes in a position to succeed
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Biggest takeaway: How to teach students/athletes with different learning styles
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