KAYLA JENSEN
Etiwanda,US
Summary
Energetic teacher driven to continue to learn and grow professionally. Understands and implements new technologies and teaching strategies. Excellent at working with different learning styles. Accomplished teacher successful in classroom management, student evaluations and test preparation. Proven history of improving student learning outcomes by adapting lesson plans to student needs. Dedicated to promoting academic performance and fostering social skills and character development. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Elementary Substitute Teacher
Cypress School District
10.2023 - Current
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Followed lesson plans designed by absent teachers.
- Enforced school and class rules to maintain order in classroom.
- Implemented classroom management techniques to maintain positive learning environment.
1st Grade Teacher
Hesperia Unified School District
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
- Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies, and social skills.
- Collaborated with colleagues on classroom policies, management strategies, and discipline.
- Stayed abreast of new trends in education by attending professional development courses and in-service trainings.
- Communicated student progress, academic difficulties, or behavioral concerns to parents, guardians and administration using tact and professionalism to improve student academic performance.
Coach and Director of Little Legends
Legends IE Soccer Club
07.2019 - 02.2023
- Promoted love of game by assisting players with understanding positioning, play techniques, and teamwork strategies.
- Developed and led age- and ability-appropriate soccer training drills.
- Maintained player safety through careful practice and game supervision.
- Promoted stretching, mobility work, and proper form to help athletes safely build strength.
- Cultivated community and media relations through social media and other communication channels to support program.
Instructional Aide
Irvine Unified School District
01.2022 - 06.2022
- Provided support during classes, group lessons, and classroom activities.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Provided support to help students English Language Development learn and grow.
- Collaborated with teachers to provide comprehensive support to students and deliver instruction aligned with curriculum standards.
- Delivered curriculum in both one-on-one lessons and group learning environments.
- Supported English Language Learners (ELLs) to deliver high-quality education for students learning English.
Student Teaching
Turtle Rock Elementary School
08.2021 - 12.2021
- Worked in an APAAS Classroom creating and building lessons to challenge students and encouraged critical thinking and problem solving skills to enable students to step out of comfort zone.
- Developed lesson plans that incorporated mandated topics and included immersive activities for student engagement.
- Monitored student progress to provide feedback on assignments and guidance on areas requiring improvement.
- Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff, and students.
- Promoted positive and productive learning environment to increase engagement and rapport with students and teachers.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Hope International University (HIU)
Fullerton, CA05.2019
Masters in Education - Education
Hope International University
Fullerton, CA12.2021
Skills
- Social Behaviors
- Problem-Solving Skills
- Instructional Strategies
- Class Engagement
- Safe, Positive Learning Environment
- Positive Reinforcement
- Collaborative Environments
- Individualized Learning
- Classroom Management
Timeline
Elementary Substitute Teacher
Cypress School District
10.2023 - Current
1st Grade Teacher
Hesperia Unified School District
08.2022 - 05.2023
Instructional Aide
Irvine Unified School District
01.2022 - 06.2022
Student Teaching
Turtle Rock Elementary School
08.2021 - 12.2021
Coach and Director of Little Legends
Legends IE Soccer Club
07.2019 - 02.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Hope International University (HIU)
Masters in Education - Education
Hope International University
Similar Profiles
GABRIELA URIBEGABRIELA URIBE
Paraeducator Behavior, Special Education at Cypress School DistrictParaeducator Behavior, Special Education at Cypress School District
Mark AdameMark Adame
Custodian at Cypress School DistrictCustodian at Cypress School District
Audrey JeansAudrey Jeans
Lead Mentor at Cypress School DistrictLead Mentor at Cypress School District
Jeffrey WelchJeffrey Welch
Substitute Driver at Cypress School DistrictSubstitute Driver at Cypress School District
Nataly LuceroNataly Lucero
Substitute Paraprofessional/Elementary Substitute Teacher at Swing EducationSubstitute Paraprofessional/Elementary Substitute Teacher at Swing Education