Jamie Matthew 

Teaches 3rd, 4th and 5th Grade

Jamie Matthew is the 2024 Rural Teacher of the Year, representing Swan Valley Elementary School in Missoula County.  Born and raised in Seeley Lake, Montana, Jamie has been part of Swan Valley Elementary since she started volunteering in 2013.  Hired as a Special Education Paraprofessional in 2013, Jamie went on to start her Bachelor of Education degree in 2017. Jamie completed her K-8 Interdisciplinary Studies Bachelor's Degree in 2019, finishing a four year program in a year and a half while teaching full time.  Jamie is a school leader who believes in an open learning environment and goes above and beyond to ensure that each of her students receives the support and guidance they need to thrive academically and personally.  Congratulations Jamie!