Jayd Olson
Ames,IA
Summary
Dynamic educator with a focus on student engagement and innovative lesson planning. Proven ability to implement differentiated instruction strategies and foster collaborative teamwork. Committed to mentoring future educators and enhancing student leadership through the implementation of the Leader in Me framework.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
4th and 5th Grade Teacher
Gilbert Community School District
Gilbert, IA
08.2020 - Current
- Crafted innovative lesson plans to promote student engagement and ensure compliance with state educational standards.
- Utilized various teaching styles-visual aids, hands-on experiments, and differentiated instruction to improve understanding for diverse learning styles and abilities.
- Led student leadership initiatives and served on staff action teams to support school's goals through implementation of the Leader in Me framework, promoting student leadership and a culture of growth.
- Utilized data-driven assessments to monitor student progress and adjust instructional methods accordingly.
- Mentored practicum students and student teachers on best practices for curriculum delivery, engagement techniques, and classroom management.
- Organized engaging field trips and guest speakers to supplement classroom instruction and provide real-world connections to course content.
- Nurtured a supportive environment by establishing open lines of communication and positive rapport with students, parents, and colleagues.
- Collaborated with colleagues in Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) to design cross-curricular lessons and align grade-level goals, enhancing instructional coherence and student achievement.
- Established a positive and inclusive classroom environment.
- Participated in professional development workshops and conferences to stay current on educational trends, research, and teaching methods.
- Evaluated student performance using various assessment tools, providing constructive feedback to promote growth and improvement.
Education
Master of Arts - Education
Viterbo University
La Crosse, WI06-2023
Bachelor of Arts - Dual Elementary Middle Level Education, Cum Laude
University of Northern Iowa
Cedar Falls, IA12-2019
Skills
- Student engagement
- Lesson planning
- Public Speaking
- Effective Communication
- Time management
- Multitasking and organization
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Collaborative teamwork
- Relationship building
- Curriculum development
- Self motivation
- Instructional strategies
Certification
- Innovative Teacher Leadership and Instructional Coaching, Viterbo University- June 2023
- LETRS Training- August 2026
Professional Experiences
- TLS Review Team (2022-2023)
- Leader in Me Training (2021), (2023)
- TLS District Leadership: Academic Strand (2023-2024)
- Mentor Teacher (2024), (2025)
- TLS District Leadership: Culture Strand (2024-2025)
- TLS Grade Level Leader (2024-2025)
- Intermediate School Teacher Lighthouse Team Member (2024-2025)
- Leader in Me 2024 Symposium Presenter
Timeline
4th and 5th Grade Teacher
Gilbert Community School District
08.2020 - Current
Master of Arts - Education
Viterbo University
Bachelor of Arts - Dual Elementary Middle Level Education, Cum Laude
University of Northern Iowa