Jensen Lynch
Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Seasoned ELA Teacher, adept in leveraging student-centered learning and instructional techniques to foster academic excellence and inclusivity among diverse student populations; recognized for my passion & commitment to the learning & welfare of my students. Continually promoting a growth mindset and collaborative learning environment, I am committed to helping students be the best versions of themselves and improving their literacy skills in a dynamic & positive educational environment.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
ELA Teacher
Dell H Robison Middle School
08.2017 - Current
- Establishes a safe learning environment where students feel comfortable sharing ideas and asking questions.
- Provides guidance and mentoring to students regarding academic, social and emotional issues.
- Integrates real-world connections into lessons, helping students see the relevance of ELA topics to their daily lives.
- Encourages students to take active role in learning and academic success.
- Promotes a growth mindset in students by setting high expectations and providing support for individual academic goals.
- Enhances student comprehension of complex texts through targeted reading strategies and guided practice activities.
- Promotes culture of inclusion, respect and collaboration in classroom.
- Works cooperatively with other teachers, administrators and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Develops strong relationships with parents, maintaining open lines of communication and encouraging involvement in their child's education.
- Encourages creative thinking and motivates students by addressing individual strengths and weaknesses based on standardized testing results.
- Reviews curriculum and devises alternate approaches to presenting lessons to increase student understanding.
- Assists in development of extracurricular activities and special events.
- Utilizes data to inform instructional decisions and personalize learning.
- Prepares and implements lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Supports students in development of skills and strategies to become independent and successful learners.
- Creates and maintains a safe and orderly classroom environment conducive to learning.
- Encourages independent thought, good judgment, and expression of original ideas.
- Participates in professional development opportunities, staying current on teaching strategies and best practices for ELA education.
Substitute Teacher
CCSD
03.2009 - 03.2012
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
Education
Literacy Endorsement - Via RPDP
UNLV
Las Vegas, NVNV Teaching License - CCSD ARL Program
UNLV
Las Vegas, NVBachelor of Science - Communication
University of Wyoming
Laramie, WYSkills
- Class Engagement
- Student-Centered Learning
- Emergent Curriculum
- Teacher Collaboration
- Diverse Student Populations
- Student Welfare
- Google Slides
- District Standards
- Differentiated Instruction
Timeline
ELA Teacher
Dell H Robison Middle School
08.2017 - Current
Substitute Teacher
CCSD
03.2009 - 03.2012
Literacy Endorsement - Via RPDP
UNLV
NV Teaching License - CCSD ARL Program
UNLV
Bachelor of Science - Communication
University of Wyoming
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