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Robin Jansen

Denton,TX

Summary

Passionate Teacher with experience developing and implementing diverse curriculums covering wide range of subjects. Highly skilled at motivating students through positive encouragement and reinforcement of concepts via interactive classroom instruction and observation. Successful in helping students develop strong literacy, numeracy, social and learning skills. Energetic educator with proven skills in teaching diverse subjects. Keep classrooms organized and students on-task to facilitate effective learning. Diligent and adaptable in meeting individual student needs with warm, safe educational environments. Caring teacher with 34 plus years of experience in instruction. Expert in closely monitoring student progress while implementing modern educational techniques into daily practices. Committed to long-term student success through well-rounded educations.

Overview

35
35
years of professional experience
3
3
Certification

Work History

Long Term Sub for Dentonisd

DentonISD
10.2019 - Current
  • Improved student writing skills by implementing a rigorous and structured essay-writing program.
  • Developed strong relationships with parents, leading to increased parent involvement in the school community.
  • Mentored struggling students through one-on-one instruction and personalized learning plans, resulting in improved academic performance.
  • Enhanced student understanding of complex concepts by incorporating real-world examples and hands-on learning activities into lessons.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary units that connected multiple subject areas, fostering a deeper understanding for students.
  • Established a positive classroom environment by setting clear expectations and consistently enforcing rules, promoting respect among students.
  • Implemented effective classroom management strategies, reducing disruptions and maintaining focus on learning objectives.
  • Assessed student progress regularly using formative assessments, adjusting instruction as needed to ensure mastery of content.
  • Utilized data-driven instruction to identify areas of weakness and tailor lesson plans accordingly, leading to improved achievement across all subjects.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current with educational research and trends to enhance instructional effectiveness.
  • Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating specialized tools and resources tailored to the needs of special education students.
  • Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
  • Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
  • Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
  • Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
  • Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
  • Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
  • Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
  • Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers, and course work.
  • Participated in parent teacher conference to discuss developments of students and increase support.

Teacher

LISD
08.1988 - 05.2019
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Increased student literacy rates by implementing targeted reading strategies in individualized instruction plans.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
  • Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
  • Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
  • Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
  • Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating specialized tools and resources tailored to the needs of special education students.
  • Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
  • Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
  • Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
  • Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
  • Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
  • Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers, and course work.
  • Conducted evaluations to measure performance and progress of students, providing guidance for areas requiring improvement.
  • Participated in parent teacher conference to discuss developments of students and increase support.
  • Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
  • Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
  • Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
  • Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
  • Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
  • Designed detailed learning plans for struggling students based on test, homework and assignment records.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Special Education, English ELA, Reading, Theater

UW Whitewater
Whitewater, Wisconsin
08.1975

Skills

  • Language Arts Instruction
  • Learning Disabilities
  • Online Teaching
  • Classroom Management
  • Collaborative Learning
  • Student Assessment
  • Problem Solving
  • Lesson Planning
  • Curriculum Development
  • Inclusive Teaching
  • Project-Based Learning
  • Professional Development
  • Special Education
  • Alternative Learning Methods

Accomplishments

1988-2019 LISD

1988-1998 Creekside Ele. Taught resource K-3 grade.

1998-2007 Delay MS Taught Study Kills and 8th grade ELA.

2007-2019 JJAEP Sped Coordinator, Inclusion teacher, content mastery, ESL coordinator, GED teacher, state testing coordinator..


One year I was interrupted at JJAEP due to budget cuts and taught at LHS in Sped. I was called back after the one year.


Retired May 2019.


2019-2024

Long term Dyslexia teacher, Title 1 teacher, ESSER Tutor, for DentonISD.


Grants:

Creekside Ele. won my first grant to integrate expressive-receptive speech language into my sped curriculum.


Creekside Ele won my second grant for proposing a multi sourced reading program for first and second grades. It was named CHIRP for Creekside Has Individualized Reading Programs. LISD hired me to teach this program for six years.


At Delay MS I won my third grand for teaching study skills i a unique way with materials.


Personal:

I am the author of 12 published books. I continue my interest in writing and publishing.


I am a voracious mystery reader.


I love to garden and hike in nature.


Mother of two adult children and Mimi to two grandsons.




Certification

K-12 Special Education Training - Lifetime


6-12 ELA - Lifetime


1-6 Elementary (expired)



Timeline

Long Term Sub for Dentonisd

DentonISD
10.2019 - Current

Teacher

LISD
08.1988 - 05.2019

Bachelor of Science - Special Education, English ELA, Reading, Theater

UW Whitewater

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