Jack G Hansen
Oconomowoc,WI
Summary
Entry-level teaching professional with solid multitasking, time management, and communication skills combined with unwavering devotion to student success. Familiar with different instructional approaches and technology options in high school/university classrooms. Knowledgeable about curricula, lesson planning, and individual student mentoring approaches. An enthusiastic educator with communication and interpersonal skills necessary to lead classrooms and execute lesson plans. Provides instruction and guidance to students of all ages. Creates positive classroom environments and effectively manages student behavior.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Adjunct Professor of English
Bryant and Stratton
Racine, WI
08.2024 - Current
- Taught English courses, providing instruction to up to 15 undergraduate students.
- Built relationships with students, mentoring on personal, professional and academic goals while providing coaching on effective study habits.
- Graded quizzes, tests, homework, and projects to provide students with timely academic progress information and feedback.
- Strengthened critical thinking skills in students through the incorporation of problem-based learning activities.
- Encouraged class discussions by building discussions into lessons, actively soliciting input, asking open-ended questions and using techniques to track student participation.
- Improved overall course quality through the implementation of regular evaluations, incorporating student feedback into future improvements.
Substitute Teacher
Swallow Middle School
Hartland, WI
02.2023 - Current
- Operated computers or audio-visual aids to supplement presentations.
- Enforced school and class rules to maintain order in the classroom.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Followed lesson plans designed by absent teachers.
- Kept accurate and current attendance records and assignment sheets to maintain file compliance.
- Lead Teacher for Photography Club
- Photographer/Videographer for the Schools website
- Repeatedly requested as a substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
Student Supervisor/Instructional Aide
Swallow Middle School
Hartland, WI
02.2023 - Current
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Maintaining an engaging and respectful educational environment by promoting discipline and cooperation.
- Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain a positive learning environment.
- Distributed learning materials such as worksheets, textbooks, and group assignments.
- Supervised cafeteria periods for different ages and maintained order.
- Shared bus duty responsibilities at morning drop-off and afternoon pick-up.
- Supported behavior control strategies by implementing district-approved techniques.
Assistant Manager
Valvoline Instant Oil
Oconomowoc, WI
10.2021 - Current
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Onboarded new employees with training.
- Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
- Delivered feedback to decision-makers regarding employee performance and training needs.
- Raised performance in areas of sales, management and operations by identifying and targeting areas in need of improvement.
- Coached sales associates in product specifications, sales incentives and selling techniques, significantly increasing customer satisfaction ratings.
- Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
- Mentored team members to enhance professional development and accountability in workplace.
Shadow Teacher
Kettle Moraine Highschool
Wales, WI
12.2022 - 01.2023
- Shadowed under: S. Klima, English/Speech Communication Instructor
- Reference: Justin Bestor, Principal/Director of Learning - Social Studies
- Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff, and students.
- I worked with classroom teachers to learn about current standards and best practices.
- Monitoring interactions between students
Shadow Teacher
St. John's Northwestern Military Academy
Delafield, WI
11.2022 - 01.2023
- Reference: Stephanie Ihler Academic Dean/ Mike Fink Chief Student Affairs Officer
- Monitored classrooms for safety and good behavior, offering students positive reinforcement to maintain discipline.
- Observed and participated in special learning opportunities to expand horizons and learn different approaches.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
- Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff and students.
Shadow Teacher
Oconomowoc Highschool
Oconomowoc, WI
11.2022 - 01.2023
- Shadowed under: Krista Wilcox ENGLISH DEPARTMENT CHAIR/ Paige Birkland English Teacher
- Reference: Jason Curtis PRINCIPAL
- I worked with classroom teachers to learn about current standards and best practices.
- Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff, and students.
- Monitored classrooms for safety and good behavior, offering students positive reinforcement to maintain discipline.
Senior Advisor
Amada Senior Care
Brookfield, WI
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Attended and Graduated from Amada University Franchisee Training
- Obtained payments from patients and scanned identification and insurance cards.
- Coordinated referrals through insurance and other medical specialists and documented details in patient charts.
- Created prospect rapport by approaching leads and cultivating strong business relationships through sales.
- Employed effective problem-solving techniques, increasing client satisfaction ratings.
- Facilitated relationships with target accounts through the implementation of proven networking methods.
- Helped clients with managed home care, ensuring the efficacy of care by monitoring health status
- Supported families through difficult times by offering emotional support and education on essential care tasks.
Counselor
The Dennis Radtke Home For Boys
Missoula, MT
06.2018 - 03.2019
- Offered guidance and advice to help cultivate self-esteem and community involvement.
- Communicated closely with other counselors to devise programs and activities based on developmental and academic levels.
- Identified risk and resiliency factors within individual youth, peer groups, families, school and communities and developed strategies for intervention
- Used cognitive behavior therapy to assist clients in recognizing and redirecting poor habits.
- Led summer day treatment groups and therapeutic activities to teach functional living skills and address behavioral issues.
Education
Master of Arts - English And Creative Writing
Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NH02.2023
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Film and Video Production
The University of Montana
Missoula, MT12.2019
Skills
- Modern Teaching Methods
- Classroom Oversight
- Intervention Strategies
- Positive Reinforcement Methods
- Faculty Collaboration
- Lesson Plan Development
- Safety Procedures
- Student-centered learning
- Lesson Plan Implementation
- Lesson Planning
- Online learning management systems (Blackboard, Canvas)
Publications
Hansen, Jack, You'll Never Guess My Reasons, Self published, Amazon KDP, 2024.
Hansen, G Jack, Footprints through the Ash, 2022. Poem. Page 258
Hansen, Jack. “Observations from a Lowly Lube Tech.” DrivenAutos.com, 26 July 2022.
Hansen, Jack. “Curbside Poetry: Observations from a Lowly Lube Tech.” Curbside Classic.com, 29 July 2022.
Hansen, G Jack. Cosmopolitan: The Most Stunning Sorority Houses in America. 2019. Photograph. Slide 20/23.
Certification
- ABCTE Certification (English language Arts)
- Special Education Program Aide License - 5 Year
- Inclusive Online Teaching : John Hopkins University
- Embracing Equity e course: Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction
Affiliations
- Master Freemason
- 32º Scottish Rite (Northern Masonic Jurisdiction)
Awards & Honors
SEP 2021
Gold Winner- Tell Me, Don’t Show- Poetry Contest
(Get A Car Short Film: Writer, Director)
May 2020
Award Winner- SSFF Spring Shorts Festival
FEB 2020
Finalist- FROSTBITE International Indie Fest
MAY-OCT 2020
Semi-Finalist- Student Los Angeles Film Awards, Drive-In Movie Fest
FEB 2019
Selected: Lookout Wild Film Festival “Photography-Static Nature”
Timeline
Adjunct Professor of English
Bryant and Stratton
08.2024 - Current
Substitute Teacher
Swallow Middle School
02.2023 - Current
Student Supervisor/Instructional Aide
Swallow Middle School
02.2023 - Current
Shadow Teacher
Kettle Moraine Highschool
12.2022 - 01.2023
Shadow Teacher
St. John's Northwestern Military Academy
11.2022 - 01.2023
Shadow Teacher
Oconomowoc Highschool
11.2022 - 01.2023
Assistant Manager
Valvoline Instant Oil
10.2021 - Current
Senior Advisor
Amada Senior Care
01.2021 - 01.2022
Counselor
The Dennis Radtke Home For Boys
06.2018 - 03.2019
Master of Arts - English And Creative Writing
Southern New Hampshire University
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Film and Video Production
The University of Montana