Brynn Olvera
Fox Lake,Illinois
Summary
Experienced educator prepared for this role with strong focus on fostering collaborative and results-driven classroom environment. Proven ability to adapt to changing needs, ensuring reliable support for both students and colleagues. Skilled in curriculum development, classroom management, and student engagement, with passion for inspiring young learners.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
3rd Grade Teacher
Elmwood Elementary School
01.2020 - Current
- Design and implement engaging, standards-aligned lessons in all core subject areas
- Differentiate instruction to meet diverse academic and social-emotional needs
- Use formative and summative assessment data to drive instructional decisions
- Foster a positive classroom culture rooted in respect, safety, and student voice
- Collaborate with colleagues, specialists, and administration to support student success
- Maintain consistent communication with families to strengthen home-school partnerships
3rd Grade Teacher
Shiloh Park Elementary School
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Delivered rigorous instruction aligned to district curriculum
- Provided targeted small-group intervention and enrichment
- Implemented PBIS strategies to support student behavior and engagement
1st Grade Teacher
Shiloh Park Elementary School
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Built foundational literacy and math skills through hands-on, developmentally appropriate instruction
- Established strong classroom routines and social-emotional learning practices
- Partnered closely with families to support early academic growth
Education
ESL Endorsement - Elementary Education
Grand Canyon University
2024
Bachelor’s Degree - Elementary Education
Northern Illinois University
DeKalb, IL01-2018
Skills
- Differentiated Instruction
- Data-Driven Instruction
- Classroom Management & PBIS
- Social-Emotional Learning
- Family Communication
- Collaboration & Team Leadership
- Technology Integration
- Collaborative teaching
- Team collaboration
- Problem-solving skills
- Organizational skills
- Classroom management
Certification
ESL Endorsement
Timeline
3rd Grade Teacher
Elmwood Elementary School
01.2020 - Current
3rd Grade Teacher
Shiloh Park Elementary School
01.2019 - 01.2020
1st Grade Teacher
Shiloh Park Elementary School
01.2018 - 01.2019
ESL Endorsement - Elementary Education
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor’s Degree - Elementary Education
Northern Illinois University
Leadership & Professional Involvement
- Building Leadership Team (BLT) Committee Member
- PBIS Tier 2 Committee Member
- PBIS Universal Committee Member
- Anti-Bullying Committee Member
- Mentor Teacher (2–3 years) supporting new educators
- Led multiple professional development sessions for staff
- Participated in interviewing and hiring committees
- Served on summer committees including scheduling and school planning initiatives