Sena Jessen
Indianapolis,IN
Summary
Caring and hardworking teacher offering comprehensive knowledge of Art, History, and ENL, developed over 30+ years in field. Educate students on subject material with use of knowledgeable lectures, lively discussions, visual aids, and hands on, creative lessons. Focus on diversifying and adapting instruction to serve all students.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Language Instructor
Global Lt
Indianapolis, IN
01.2019 - Current
- Organized detailed list of resources to help students go beyond classroom environments and delve into topics of interest.
- Employed diverse teaching approaches to help students of all abilities understand material.
- Immersed students in unfamiliar cultures by devising hands-on activities.
- Have helped students, on average, raise their English Language ability by 25%.
Interventionist
Saint Mark Catholic School
Indianapolis, Indiana
06.2020 - 05.2021
- Developed interventions for students currently struggling or at risk of falling behind
- Helped students prepare for standardized tests and reviewed results against objectives after completion.
- Collaborated with teachers to assess needs, set objectives, and discuss strategies.
- Completed required documentation such as evaluations, treatment notes and exit summaries.
- 50% Burmese students.
Lead ELL and Art Teacher
Christel House DORS West
Indianapolis, Indiana
07.2015 - 06.2018
- Created and implemented lessons for 150 ENL students, speaking 17 languages and coming from countries all over world.
- Lead teacher and WIDA Coordinator.
- Collaborate with Resource Team to ensure wrap around services for students.
- School Art Teacher- led students in creation of art for Christel DeHaan fund raising auction, student art shows, and beautification of of our school.
- Presented at Indiana TESOL Conference, and school led conferences that were attending by community partners.
History Teacher
Christel House DORS West
Indianapolis, Indianapolis
07.2012 - 08.2015
- Adapted content for highly diverse student population.
- Facilitated outreach programs to increase students' interest in community service and Indiana history and culture. Used city as classroom.
- Provided advice and guidance to students needing morale-boosting and academic advising.
- Attended professional advancement seminars and symposiums.
- Participated in departmental curriculum development, program administration and committee management.
Title 1 Director
Fountain Square Academy
Indianapolis, IN
07.2008 - 05.2011
- Maintained compliance with Indiana State mandated Title 1 requirements by working closely with IDOE.
- Researched professional development opportunities for teachers and staff and allocated funds for this through Title 1.
- Interpreted student assessment data to ascertain best intervention methods.
- Worked with Curriculum Coach to Implement reading incentive program into daily classroom practices, resulting in 16% increase in student grade averages.
High School History Teacher and Reading Specialist
Fountain Square Academy
Indianapolis, IN
07.2005 - 07.2008
- Lead teacher-collaborated with teachers and department heads to plan and meet quarterly and yearly educational goals.
- Taught reading recovery to those students that were reading below grade level.
- Employed appropriate teaching methods to cater to individual educational needs of each student.
- Prepared various classroom activities and assessment methods to promote retention of study materials.
- Inspired academic success based on belief that all students can achieve excellence, regardless of background.
- Taught History to 130 students in classroom setting
Technical Writer
CREW Technical Services
Indianapolis, IN
09.2002 - 05.2005
- Responsible for formatting, writing, editing, and revision of product training materials for Eli Lilly's global audience.
- Utilized exceptional writing, editing and proofreading skills to produce engaging and error-free content.
- Analyzed developments in field to update instruction literature
Member of Theater Production and Education Teams
American Cabaret Theatre
Indianapolis, IN
08.1998 - 05.2003
- Assisted in stage productions involving set changes, deck captain, light board and costume preparation.
- Member of the Student Education and Matinee Program planning and production.
- Reviewed job specifications to determine appropriate setups for production runs.
Education
Associate of Arts - Fashion And Furniture Design
Vincennes University
Vincennes, INMaster of Arts - Transition to Teaching Program-Secondary Education
Indiana Wesleyan University - Indianapolis North Campus
Indianapolis, IN2005
Bachelor of Arts - Arts And Humanities With Minor in Anthropology
Indiana University - Purdue University Indianapolis
Indianapolis, IN2000
Skills
- Professional
- Innovative
- Art and History Geek
- Written and Spoken Communication
- Planning and Coordination
- Creative and Positive
- Culturally Sensitive and Open Minded
- Relationship building
Certification
- Indiana Teaching Certifications in History, Art (K-12), Sociology and English as a New Language
- WIDA
- SIOP
- CPR Certified
Timeline
Interventionist
Saint Mark Catholic School
06.2020 - 05.2021
Language Instructor
Global Lt
01.2019 - Current
Lead ELL and Art Teacher
Christel House DORS West
07.2015 - 06.2018
History Teacher
Christel House DORS West
07.2012 - 08.2015
Title 1 Director
Fountain Square Academy
07.2008 - 05.2011
High School History Teacher and Reading Specialist
Fountain Square Academy
07.2005 - 07.2008
Technical Writer
CREW Technical Services
09.2002 - 05.2005
Member of Theater Production and Education Teams
American Cabaret Theatre
08.1998 - 05.2003
Associate of Arts - Fashion And Furniture Design
Vincennes University
Master of Arts - Transition to Teaching Program-Secondary Education
Indiana Wesleyan University - Indianapolis North Campus
Bachelor of Arts - Arts And Humanities With Minor in Anthropology
Indiana University - Purdue University Indianapolis
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