Tanja Jensen
Clarion ,IA
Summary
Innovative Educator focused on curriculum development and differentiated instruction, enhancing student engagement and fostering supportive learning environments. Experienced in higher education, implementing strategies to challenge students and promote critical thinking. Designs engaging lessons that drive active learning and support individual progress.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Educator
Clarion Goldfield Dows School
Clarion, IA
01.1996 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Designed curriculum, lesson plans and instructional materials for classroom teaching.
- Implemented diverse teaching strategies to accommodate different learning styles.
- Facilitated classroom discussions to enhance student understanding and participation.
- Monitored student progress through assessments, delivering constructive feedback to support academic growth.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create interdisciplinary projects and activities.
- Organized parent-teacher conferences to discuss student performance and goals.
- Created safe, comfortable learning environment by establishing positive relationships with students.
- Coordinated extracurricular activities, enhancing student involvement and fostering teamwork.
- Planned classroom activities to enable students to work independently, in small groups and in large groups.
- Integrated students with ADD, ADHD, and other learning disabilities through tailored accommodations.
- Conquered challenges of working with highly a diverse student population to attain exceptional student achievement.
Education
Bachelor of Arts -
Buena Vista University
Fort Dodge, IA05-1996
Skills
- Developing curriculum
- Assessment design
- Differentiated instruction
- Innovative lesson planning
- Classroom management
- Student engagement
- Student-centered learning focus
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Teacher coordination
- Innovative teaching methods
- Cultural sensitivity
- Diverse student populations
- Adaptable teaching approach
- Critical thinking
- Problem solving
- Strong communication skills
- Interpersonal relationship building
- Student advocacy
Affiliations
Iowa Talented and Gifted Board Member
PEO
Volunteer at the Wright County Food Bank
Volunteer at the Senior Center
Private Tutoring for Talented and Gifted Students
Migrant Tutoring
Summer School Instructor
Student Council Advisor
Peer Helper Advisor
Elementary Lighthouse Leader
PEO
Volunteer at the Wright County Food Bank
Volunteer at the Senior Center
Private Tutoring for Talented and Gifted Students
Migrant Tutoring
Summer School Instructor
Student Council Advisor
Peer Helper Advisor
Elementary Lighthouse Leader
Timeline
Educator
Clarion Goldfield Dows School
01.1996 - Current
Bachelor of Arts -
Buena Vista University