Jane Mathis

Background

About Jane Mathis

Born in New York and raised in New Jersey, Jane moved to Florida to attend Florida State University to complete her Master of Science degree in Oceanography. She had graduated from Cedar Crest College for Women with a BA in biology.After receiving her degree, Jane moved to St. Augustine and has been here ever since – a total of over 40 years. While raising her two boys, Jane volunteered in their schools as PTO President, volunteer teacher’s aide and Math Superstars instructor. She also co-coordinated the successful St. Johns County School’s 1989 $47 million bond issue. In addition, Jane served on boards of Flagler Hospital, the St. Augustine Amphitheater, Limelight Theater, First Coast Opera, St. Augustine Community Chorus, and was assistant Pack Master of Cub Scout Pack #345 for two years. Singing is her favorite hobby and she has performed with the Jacksonville Concert Chorale, the Jacksonville Symphony Chorus, Memorial Presbyterian Chancel Choir, and in the trio, Vivace. Having lost her youngest son and daughter-in-law in a Tractor-trailer crash in 2004, Jane has actively advocated for truck safety in Washington, D.C. and Tallahassee. She is also an appointee to the Motor Carriers Safety Advisory Committee which advises the Federal Motor Carriers Safety Administration of the Department of Transportation. Since 2001, Jane has enjoyed the career of a Realtor. Originally in the downtown office of Olde Carriage Realty, she is currently working with Coldwell Banker Premier Properties at their St. Augustine Beach location and is looking forward to many years of helping new residents and old find the home of their dreams or to sell their present home.