TRACEY JENSEN
4077 DEER RUN TRAIL • HOLLY, MI 48442 • (248) 425-6773 • TJENSENSMS@GMAIL.COM
OBJECTIVE
Dedicated, resourceful and motivated educator with skills in leadership and mediation,
communication, curriculum development, problem solving, implementation of projects, and a
commitment to increasing academic achievement of students. Ability to differentiate lessons and
instructions to meet individual student needs and learning styles. Collaborator with desire to
develop new and engaging methods of material implementation and assessment. Active
advocate for increasing involvement, support, and communication among parents, teachers,
students and colleagues.
TEACHING EXPERIENCE
HOLLY AREA SCHOOLS, Holly, MI
Middle School Teacher, July 2004 – Present
Oakland County Middle School Teacher of the Year, 2018
Led efforts contributing to Holly Middle School becoming the first Leader in Me Lighthouse
Middle School in Michigan
Designed and implemented assessments and units of study
Maintained accurate student records through online grade management software
Communicated with administration and parents about student progress and behavior
Participated in continuous professional growth opportunities
Piloted programs in both math and science departments
Conducted classes in the following grade and subject areas: *Seventh Grade Physical Science
and Biology topics *Eighth Grade Earth Science *Electives in Ecology, Zoology, Crime Lab,
Write-On, Study Skills, Math Lab *Math topics of Pre-Algebra, Algebra & Geometry
OAKLAND COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICTS, Oakland County, MI
Guest Teacher, 2001 – 2004
Managed and average of 30 students in classrooms ranging from grades 1 to 12
Collaborated with other teachers and specialists in the buildings
Planned, implemented, and assessed lessons in all subject areas
Used multiple types of educational software to maintain student and running records
Continuous interaction/communication with parents
Led student-led and parent/teacher conferences
Attended professional development sessions
Created and collaborated subject area assessments
MERRIN PRIMARY SCHOOL, Christchurch, New Zealand
Student Teaching, Nov 2002 – Dec 2002
Responsible for engaging multi-cultural classroom of over 20 students
Planned, implemented and assessed lessons in all subject areas based on country standards
Collaborated with supervising teacher, along with other grade level staff in the building
Developed a multi-disciplinary unit of study as a culminating assessment
EDUCATION
OAKLAND UNIVERSITY, Rochester, MI
Education Specialist, Leadership, Anticipated 06/2020
OAKLAND UNIVERSITY, Rochester, MI
Master in Education, Educational Studies, 2007
OAKLAND UNIVERSITY, Rochester, MI
Bachelor of Science, Elementary Education, 2002
CERTIFICATION
Michigan Professional Certificate License # OF0000000263311
Valid through 06/2023
K-5 All Subject Areas, K-8 Self contained
6-8 (DX) Science, 6-8 (EX) Mathematics
OTHER PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Data Advisor on School Improvement Team, 2017 – Present
Responsible for disaggregating state assessment data and sharing information within
departments
Working with colleagues to analyze common assessment data per the district data protocol
Attending building teacher advisor meetings to help direct our building
Assisting with development and modifications to school improvement plan
Teacher Lighthouse Team, 2017 – Present
Work collaboratively with colleagues to plan, implement, improve and modify Leader in Me
curriculum within our building
Teach staff how to make leadership development a part of the everyday school experience
including teaching leadership principles; planning and implementation of Leadership night
and student led conferences
Gather and collect evidence to assist in renewal of Lighthouse status through the Leader in
Me
Building Lead Web/Tech, 2010 - 2019
Coordinate with technology department, district and building teaching staff to determine
hardware and software needs for district and building
Work with staff on professional development regarding applications
Assist in problem solving related to building technology issues
Maintain mobile labs for building
Planning and implementation of Mac computer rollout – train staff on new computers and
applications
HEA Vice President, 2009 - 2015
Attend and participate in council meetings with local school districts
Created and maintained positive relationships contributing to successful contract negotiations
EXTRA CURRICULAR
Yearbook Co-Advisor, 2006 – 2019
Oversee finance portion of yearbook which includes determining cost, inputting and
maintaining orders and payments, and school-wide distribution
Assist with design layout and completion of yearbook
NJHS Co-Advisor, 2006 – 2019
Work with honor society students to create individuals of high character, citizenship and
service
Assist in planning service activities
Coordinate induction ceremonies
Cedar Point Sponsor, 2005 – 2009
Planned, organized and streamlined school-wide cedar point trip for students
Implemented t-shirt policy to increase safety of students
Managed finances, transportation, admission and trip guidelines
Middle School Track Coach, 2007 - 2009
Worked with students on conditioning, developing skills and form, perseverance
Helped to organize and work meets
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Disciplinary Literacy, Oakland Schools, 2019
Mindfulness & Restorative Practice: 2 day institute, Macomb University, 2019
Facilitator of School Improvement, Oakland Schools, 2019
NGSS training – phenomenon based 5E model of science standards, Oakland Schools, 2017-
2018
Attended Leader in Me training – based on principles of 7 habits of highly effective people,
Ongoing
