Heather Olson
Charleston
Summary
Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Palmetto Christian Academy, adept at enhancing student interaction and fostering collaborative communication with parents. Skilled in task management. I successfully reduced behavioral issues and built a supportive learning environment, ensuring every student thrives academically and socially.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
3rd Grade Elementary Teacher
Palmetto Christian Academy
08.2022 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with students, earning their trust and respect while providing mentorship both inside and outside the classroom setting.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively through consistent expectations, clear rules, and appropriate consequences for undesirable actions.
- Provided timely feedback on assignments, fostering student growth and improvement through constructive criticism.
6th Grade Teacher
Palmetto Christian Academy
11.2013 - 05.2019
- Collaborated with colleagues on curriculum development, integrating cross-curricular concepts into lesson plans for a more comprehensive learning experience.
- Reduced behavioral issues in the classroom by implementing consistent disciplinary strategies and maintaining a positive learning environment.
- Built strong relationships with students, parents, and staff to foster a supportive school community.
4th Grade Teacher
Lake Worth Christian School
08.2002 - 05.2006
- Collaborated with fellow teachers to design interdisciplinary lesson plans, reinforcing key concepts across subjects.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, establishing clear expectations and consequences while fostering a respectful learning environment.
- Utilized assessment data to inform instructional decisions, tailoring lesson plans to target areas needing improvement.
6th Grade Teacher
Lake Worth Christian School
08.1999 - 05.2002
- Actively participated in school-wide committees focused on improving overall campus culture, fostering collaboration between educators for enhanced student experiences.
- Organized field trips and guest speakers to supplement classroom instruction and expose students to real-world applications of course content.
- Prepared instruction materials, constructed bulletin boards, and set up work areas.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education & Public Relations
Northwestern College
Orange City, IA05-1999
Skills
- Collaborative communication with parents
- Enhancing student interaction
- Proficient in task management
- Social-emotional learning
Timeline
3rd Grade Elementary Teacher
Palmetto Christian Academy
08.2022 - Current
6th Grade Teacher
Palmetto Christian Academy
11.2013 - 05.2019
4th Grade Teacher
Lake Worth Christian School
08.2002 - 05.2006
6th Grade Teacher
Lake Worth Christian School
08.1999 - 05.2002
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education & Public Relations
Northwestern College
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