Linda F. Jensen
Brookings,SD
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Teacher/Director
Watertown School District
Watertown, SD
10.2021 - Current
- Encouraged critical thinking skills and problem-solving strategies among students.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
- Recognized discrepancies and potential problems.
- Developed processes to implement program objectives.
- Exercised independent judgement in evaluating situations and making decisions.
- Communicated information concisely and efficiently.
- Handled high volume of work during peak times.
- Multi-task and shift focus without disrupting work production to meet competing demands/deadlines/timelines.
- Understand the impact of work to employees’ access, benefits, leave and pay and to maintain the highest level of confidentiality.
- Demonstrate flexibility and ability to easily adapt to change.
Teacher
Deubrook School Distict
White, SD
07.2014 - 09.2021
- Assessed student performance through tests, quizzes, and other assessments.
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
- Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
- Established positive relationships with parents to ensure effective communication regarding student progress and well-being.
- Utilized technology-based learning tools to enhance classroom instruction.
- Integrated educational software programs into daily lesson plans to enhance student learning outcomes.
- Handledhigh volume of work during peak times.
- Multi-tasked and shift focus without disrupting work production to meet competing demands/deadlines/timelines.
- Understood the impact of work to employees’ access, benefits, leave and pay and to maintain the highest level of confidentiality.
- Demonstrated flexibility and ability to easily adapt to change.
Principal/Superintendent
Readlyn School District
Readlyn, IA
08.2011 - 05.2014
- Developed, implemented and evaluated school policies and procedures.
- Provided instructional leadership to faculty and staff in the areas of curriculum development, assessment practices and professional growth activities.
- Cultivated strong relationships with parents, students and members of the community to ensure a safe learning environment.
- Managed budgeting process for school operations including personnel hiring, supplies procurement and facility improvements.
- Oversaw compliance with state and federal laws related to education programs, student rights and safety regulations.
- Directed the implementation of district initiatives such as Response to Intervention program, Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports system and 1, 1 technology integration plan.
Education
Education Specialist - K - 12 Administration
University of South Dakota
Vermillion, SD05-2011
Master of Science - Leadership in Education
Southwest Minnesota State University
Marshall, MN05-2002
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Dakota State University
Madison, SD05-1985
Skills
- Excellent Classroom Management
- Student Counseling
- Educational Strategies
- Program Management
Affiliations
- Student Mentor
- Church Choir
- Gardening
Accomplishments
- Completed Bachelor's Degree in three years.
- Snow Queen and Homecoming Queen
- Continuing Education Scholarships
Certification
- Endorsement in English Language Learning
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Lead Teacher/Director
Watertown School District
10.2021 - Current
Teacher
Deubrook School Distict
07.2014 - 09.2021
Principal/Superintendent
Readlyn School District
08.2011 - 05.2014
Education Specialist - K - 12 Administration
University of South Dakota
Master of Science - Leadership in Education
Southwest Minnesota State University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Dakota State University
- Endorsement in English Language Learning