Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
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Erik Syverson

Salem,OR

Summary

Dynamic educator with over 30 years at Cascade School District, adept at fostering student confidence and inclusivity through differentiated instruction. A positive role model, I effectively manage classrooms and cultivate supportive cultures, ensuring all students thrive. Proven ability to enhance athletic programs while promoting sportsmanship and collaboration among coaches and families.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience

Work History

Sixth Grade Middle School Teacher

Cascade School District
06.1991 - 06.2023
  • Established a positive classroom environment, implementing clear expectations and consistent consequences for behavior management.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary units, fostering a well-rounded understanding of subjects across the curriculum.
  • Coordinated with special education teachers to ensure accommodations were made for students with unique learning requirements, promoting inclusivity within the classroom environment.
  • Facilitated differentiated instruction within the classroom setting by modifying content delivery methods based on individual students'' abilities and interests.
  • Served as a mentor for new teachers, sharing best practices and offering guidance on classroom management techniques.

Middle School Coach

Cascade School District
05.1993 - 06.2019
  • Coached cross country, basketball and track for over 20 years.
  • Promoted sportsmanship values among athletes, fostering a positive competitive atmosphere within the team environment.
  • Collaborated with other coaches to share best practices, techniques, and insights for overall program improvement.
  • Developed strong relationships with players'' families to encourage support and involvement in their athletic growth.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

Western Oregon University
Monmouth, OR
05-1991

Skills

  • Positive role model mentor
  • Facilitating learning for varied backgrounds
  • Cultivate supportive workplace culture
  • Foster student confidence
  • Effective classroom management
  • Effective parent-teacher communication

Accomplishments

  • Taught approx. 2,250 kids over 32 years.
  • Created a running program for kids who had never been part of an athletic team. The kids trained to complete a 10K run.
  • Army National Guard, Marathoner, Triathlete.

Timeline

Middle School Coach

Cascade School District
05.1993 - 06.2019

Sixth Grade Middle School Teacher

Cascade School District
06.1991 - 06.2023

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

Western Oregon University
Erik Syverson