Lauren Olson
Abita Springs
Summary
Dynamic educator with a proven track record at St. Tammany Parish School Board, excelling in classroom management and fostering student engagement. Skilled in critical thinking and lesson planning, I build strong relationships with students and parents, ensuring a supportive learning environment that promotes academic growth and success.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
St. Tammany Parish School Board
08.2021 - Current
- Supported classroom management by maintaining a positive and inclusive environment.
- Collaborated with colleagues to enhance curriculum effectiveness and student engagement.
- Implemented instructional strategies to foster critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Monitored student progress, providing feedback to encourage academic improvement.
- Participated in professional development workshops to refine teaching techniques and methodologies.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
Sales Associate
Bed Bath & Beyond
06.2008 - 08.2018
- Delivered exceptional customer service, resolving inquiries and enhancing shopping experiences.
- Assisted in inventory management, ensuring accurate stock levels and product availability.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and organized sales floor.
- Trained new associates on store policies, procedures, and customer engagement techniques.
- Implemented visual merchandising strategies to optimize product displays and drive sales.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ12-2020
Skills
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Critical thinking
- Lesson planning
- Student engagement
- Behavior management
- Parent-teacher communication
- Growth mindset
- Student-centered learning
Timeline
Teacher
St. Tammany Parish School Board
08.2021 - Current
Sales Associate
Bed Bath & Beyond
06.2008 - 08.2018
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
University of Phoenix