Jay Olson
Adel,IA
Summary
Innovative Teacher known for high productivity and efficient task completion. I'm highly motivated to help others, build relationships, and problem-solve to enhance teaching effectiveness and student outcomes. I'm committed to fostering professional growth in educators through supportive coaching.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher/Coach
Van Meter High School
Van Meter, USA
08.2016 - Current
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills and problem-solving strategies among students.
- Established positive relationships with students and parents to ensure effective communication regarding student progress and well-being.
- Collaborated with colleagues to plan lessons that integrate various subject areas into a cohesive unit of study.
- Actively sought out opportunities for collaboration with other teachers within the district.
- Met with math department team members to work on curriculum planning and assessment methods.
- Facilitated both grade-level and content team meetings as a Secondary Team Lead.
Parks and Recreation Coordinator
City of Van Meter
Van Meter, USA
01.2017 - 07.2023
- Organized and coordinated a variety of recreational activities for participants of all ages.
- Maintained records and reports related to recreation programs, services and facilities usage.
- Planned and coordinated program schedules with staff members, volunteers and other stakeholders.
- Participated in meetings with various stakeholders regarding the development of new recreation initiatives.
Teacher/Coach
Cardinal High School
Eldon, USA
01.2012 - 01.2016
Education
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership
Viterbo University
LaCrosse, WI05.2018
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics/Secondary Education
Iowa Wesleyan College
Mt. Pleasant, IA12.2011
Skills
- Classroom Instruction
- Curriculum Implementation
- Student Engagement
- Student-Centered Learning
- Differentiated Instruction
- Flexible and adaptive
- Positive Role Model and Mentor
- Critical Thinking
Certification
- Master Educator License, Mathematics, grade 5 through grade 12
- Initial Administrators License, Principal/Supervisor of Special Education, preschool through grade 12
- Coaching Authorization
Timeline
Parks and Recreation Coordinator
City of Van Meter
01.2017 - 07.2023
Teacher/Coach
Van Meter High School
08.2016 - Current
Teacher/Coach
Cardinal High School
01.2012 - 01.2016
- Master Educator License, Mathematics, grade 5 through grade 12
- Initial Administrators License, Principal/Supervisor of Special Education, preschool through grade 12
- Coaching Authorization
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership
Viterbo University
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics/Secondary Education
Iowa Wesleyan College
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