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Ray Jenkins

Auburn

Summary

I am a dynamic, visionary leader who has seen students and education through the lens of a Para-educator, a School Safety Officer, a Special Education Teacher, and now an Administrator. I am a highly skilled and overtly student-focused educational leader committed to developing students and staff while providing a safe and motivating learning environment for all. Above all, I am a trustworthy professional with superior communication skills that develop strong and lasting relationships with my teaching colleagues, students, parents, and community members.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Special Education Teacher/ Curricular Leader

Kent School District
08.2018 - Current
  • Develop interactive lesson plans to deliver high-quality special education instructions in an emotionally impaired classroom of 12-25 students
  • Created individualized education plans for each special education student in general and special educational settings
  • Manage students' behavior while developing and teaching behavioral strategies to support students' self-control
  • Manages crises and consults about behavior interventions
  • Provides service to staff, students, parents, and community agencies regarding questions about student records, Individual Education Plans (IEP), case management, Etc
  • I attend due process (IEP) meetings as the administrative designee.

7th Grade English Co-teacher

  • Co-teaching at a Title 1 school serving a large population of at-risk students to maintain a successful integrated co-teaching program
  • Create relationship building to keep students engaged in the learning
  • Use daily data to plan the next steps for students intentionally
  • Incorporate technology into lessons (i.e., laptops and interactive whiteboards) to enhance learning and engagement
  • Create a classroom environment where children have a safe and nurturing place to take risks, grow, and have fun.

School Safety Officer

Kent School District
08.2006 - 08.2018
  • Lead Officer at a highly impacted High School in the district
  • Ensured the safety and security of all students and staff at Kent Meridian High School
  • Cultivated and maintained relationships with students and aided in their adolescent development
  • Investigated and confiscated contraband items on campus, including but not limited to drugs, drug paraphernalia, weapons, gang paraphernalia, and alcohol
  • Encouraged students to reach their fullest potential and aspire to higher education
  • Worked closely with the administration to ensure staff and students are safe
  • Worked together with the Kent Police Department campus officer (SRO)
  • Continuous relationship building with parents and community
  • Provided discipline strategies for students
  • Implemented instructional strategies to ensure safe student learning campus-wide.

Para-Educator

Kent School District
01.2006 - 08.2006
  • Implements, under the supervision of an assigned teacher, research-based interventions to present and reinforce learning concepts
  • Intervenes in potential conflicts utilizing appropriate physical and therapeutic approaches to diffuse confrontations and minimize disruptions
  • Maintains instructional materials and manual and electronic files/records to ensure item availability, provide written reference, and meet mandated requirements.

Military Occupational Specialist

United States Marine Corps
12.1997 - 12.2001
  • Section leader of small ammunition storage space
  • Accountable for ensuring Marines' proper attendance and formation in my unit
  • Fulfilled ammunition needs for all Camp Pendleton troops daily
  • Verified and maintained records on incoming/outgoing shipments inventories
  • Verified and recorded incoming explosive material(s) and sorted all ammunition items by compatibility for the transportation and storage of products
  • Inspected worksites, such as ammunition storage buildings (I.e., Contaminated areas called magazines), to identify potential environmental or safety hazards
  • Successfully and satisfactorily completed all combat training.

Education

Master of Education- Education Administration -

University of Washington-Tacoma Campus
06.2024

Bachelors in Education- Elementary and Special Edcuation -

City University of Seattle
12.2023

Associate of Arts Degree -

Highline Community College
Des Moines, WA
06.2004

Skills

  • Problem-solving
  • Leadership
  • Communication
  • Time management
  • Collaboration
  • Individualized education plans
  • Safety and security
  • Behavior management
  • Classroom management
  • Relationship building

Roles And Responsibilities

  • Administrator intern, KSD Principal Intern Academy 2023-2024
  • Equity committee 2018-present
  • MTSS multi-tiered Systems of support, tier 1 committee
  • MTSS multi-tiered Systems of support, tier 2/3 committee
  • School Improvement Plan Committee 2023-2024
  • Campus Safety Committee 2023-2024
  • New Teacher Recognition 2023-2024

Coaching Experience

  • Head Badminton, Implement Kent SD athletic grade, eligibility, practice, and competition policies., Instruct safe and proper badminton/ basketball techniques., Implement safe drills to prepare athletes for competitions, practice, and events., Create a practice plan and implement strategies for competition., Create a safety plan and training necessary to coach Washington State and the Kent SD (Concussion management, Heat Illness, WIAA coach's responsibilities, Safe Schools, Etc.).
  • Assistant Basketball, Gear check-out and check-in inventory (Ensure each athlete is adequately equipped with equipment for safe competition, practice, and events)., Work with Admin, Athletic Directors, and district personnel to ensure our athletes are safe and meet competing requirements.

Personal Information

Title: Assistant Principal

Volunteer Experience

  • Black Male Group "Wailin", Federal Way, WA, 2010, Current
  • Boys and Girls Club, Federal Way, WA, 2006, 2010
  • Federal Way Hawks Junior Football Association, Federal Way, WA, 2003, 2007

Timeline

Special Education Teacher/ Curricular Leader

Kent School District
08.2018 - Current

School Safety Officer

Kent School District
08.2006 - 08.2018

Para-Educator

Kent School District
01.2006 - 08.2006

Military Occupational Specialist

United States Marine Corps
12.1997 - 12.2001

7th Grade English Co-teacher

Master of Education- Education Administration -

University of Washington-Tacoma Campus

Bachelors in Education- Elementary and Special Edcuation -

City University of Seattle

Associate of Arts Degree -

Highline Community College

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