Jill first joined a Union in 1977 when she became a Toy Librarian.  The Union was the SA Institute of Teachers. As the role of Toy Librarian was a new one, Jill became involved in establishing a workplace Award for Toy Librarians. She later was able to study to become a Kindergarten Teacher and ultimately a Kindergarten Director.  In total Jill was a member of the SA Institute of Teachers for 31 years.