Raylenne A. Jensen
Summary
Dynamic K-6 teacher with a proven track record in fostering student engagement and effectively managing classrooms. Highly skilled in integrating technology and utilizing UDL strategies to create inclusive learning environments. Demonstrated success in implementing exemplary reading and writing instruction, including the use of graphic organizers and interventions, resulting in improved student assessments. Committed to continuous professional growth and leveraging SMART Board expertise to elevate educational outcomes.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Substitute Teacher/ELD Teacher
Placentia Yorba Linda Unified School District (PYLUSD)
08.2023 - Current
- Provide instruction to small and large groups of K-12 students, including general education, special education, intervention, SDC, GATE and English language learners.
- Align lesson planning with California Common Core Standards (CCSS) and industry best practices
- Foster a safe and comfortable learning environment by getting to know students, and by maintaining a well-managed classroom that is highly organized, and well-structured
- Integrate English Language Development (ELD) lessons and instruction to support students learning English
- Lifelong learner who independently researches and completes various forms of professional development and educational pursuits in order to continue to grow as an educator
Roving TOSA/Teacher
Anaheim Elementary School District (AESD)
08.2021 - 06.2023
- Provided classroom coverage for day-to-day and long-term teaching assignments to service and support TK-6 grade within general education, special education, intervention, resource, SDC and GATE settings, which included English Language Learners (ELL)
- Integrated English Language Development (ELD) lessons and instruction to support students learning English
- Aligned lesson planning with California Common Core Standards (CCSS) and industry best practices
- Implemented activities with use of student self-assessments, informal and formal assessments
1st Grade Student Teacher
Capistrano Unified School District (CUSD)
01.2020 - 06.2020
- Provided instruction and support to 1st grade students within a Hybrid classroom environment utilizing both face-to-face and online virtual teaching leveraging Google Classroom framework
- Developed and coordinated online lessons, individual assignments and special learning opportunities on an ongoing basis related to all core subjects
- Scheduled live teaching sessions as well as individual one-on-one support to allow students with diverse educational needs to effectively engage with content and learn according to their individual needs
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Capistrano Unified School District (CUSD)
08.2018 - 06.2020
- Taught students TK-6 grade with diverse learning needs, including students with IEPs, and behavioral support plans
- Experience supporting students in General Education and Special Education, Intervention, Resource and SDC, including ELL students
- Intentionally utilize well-developed communication, active listening, collaboration, and interpersonal skills when interacting with students, fellow teachers, support staff, and administration
Land Use Technician II/Advisor
County of Riverside Transportation Land Management Agency (TLMA)
01.2002 - 01.2005
- Performed planning department land-use review and advisement of residential, commercial, and industrial building projects based on local, state and federal laws, rules, codes and regulations to public constituents and/or planning applicants
- Assisted the public with project review and planning department submission, building permit application processes and fee analysis and procedures
- Provided planning department condition clearance for building permit issuance
- Provided planning review and approval administratively for planning projects
Research Assistant Supervisor III
University of California (UCR) Graduate School of Education
01.1998 - 01.2002
- Liaison between UCR office and Riverside County Office of Education (RCOE) including Riverside, Inyo, Mono, San Bernardino RIMS / Beginning Teacher Support and Assessment
- Responsible for organizing, disseminating and managing research data and new teacher induction mentor materials
- Supervised student data-entry staff, and office assistants with project procedures
- Oversaw recruiting, interviewing, and participating in hiring decisions for project staff needs
Education
BS - Community Planning
California Polytechnic State University
01.1999
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Student Engagement
- Differentiated Instruction
- Lesson Planning
- Universal Design (UDL)
- Total Physical Response (TPR)
- Assessment Driven Instruction
- Social Emotional Learning
- Virtual Learning
- SMART Board
Certification
Tier II California Multiple Subject Teaching Clear Credential
Timeline
Substitute Teacher/ELD Teacher
Placentia Yorba Linda Unified School District (PYLUSD)
08.2023 - Current
Roving TOSA/Teacher
Anaheim Elementary School District (AESD)
08.2021 - 06.2023
1st Grade Student Teacher
Capistrano Unified School District (CUSD)
01.2020 - 06.2020
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Capistrano Unified School District (CUSD)
08.2018 - 06.2020
Land Use Technician II/Advisor
County of Riverside Transportation Land Management Agency (TLMA)
01.2002 - 01.2005
Research Assistant Supervisor III
University of California (UCR) Graduate School of Education
01.1998 - 01.2002
Tier II California Multiple Subject Teaching Clear Credential
BS - Community Planning
California Polytechnic State University
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