Stephanie Jensen, Former Fond du Lac Teacher’s Aide, Began Flirting with Boy at 12, Now Charged with Sexually Assaulting Minor Student

A former Wisconsin teacher’s aide, Stephanie Jensen, has been arrested and charged after allegedly engaging in a sexual relationship with a teenage boy — a student she reportedly began flirting with when he was just 12 years old.

According to the Fond du Lac County Sheriff’s Office, Jensen, 41, was taken into custody last week and faces multiple felony charges, including two counts of child enticement, sexual assault of a child, and three counts of sexual intercourse with a child.

Investigators allege that Jensen developed an inappropriate relationship with the victim while working as a second-grade classroom aide at Faith Lutheran School in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin. At the time, the boy was in eighth grade at the same school.

A criminal complaint filed Monday states that the victim told police he first had sexual intercourse with Jensen shortly before his 16th birthday in September 2024. He recalled the timing because it happened just before he obtained his driver’s license, according to WBAY.

Stephanie Jensen, Former Fond du Lac Teacher’s Aide, Began Flirting with Boy at 12, Now Charged with Sexually Assaulting Minor Student

The victim also told investigators that the encounters occurred several times and that Jensen sent him explicit photos via Snapchat.

“Victim 1 mentioned Stephanie Jensen was not only sending him nude pictures, but that she was sending his buddies nude content as well,” the complaint stated.
“Victim 1 said word traveled throughout his friend group that she was willing to share, so people he knew would add her to see what she would send them.”

Detectives said Jensen admitted to sending nude photos to the teen but denied having sex with him. During her arrest on November 4, Jensen allegedly refused to comply, telling officers, “I am not under arrest,” before being handcuffed.

Faith Lutheran School confirmed that Jensen has since been terminated.

“Faith Lutheran School has terminated the employment of Stephanie Jensen upon formal charges being filed in court on Monday,” said Principal Benjamin Rank in a statement.
“The faculty, staff, and administration at Faith are committed to the safety and care of our students, staff, families, and community. We pray for all who are affected by these events as we continue to put our faith and trust in the Lord.”

A judge set $200,000 cash bond for Jensen and ordered her to have no contact with the victim or any minors. She is also prohibited from using social media pending trial. Jensen is expected to appear in court again on Tuesday.