Nicole Olson
Excelsior,MN
Summary
Enthusiastic educator with communication and interpersonal skills necessary to lead classrooms and execute lesson plans. Provides instruction and guidance to students of all ages. Creates positive classroom environments and effectively manages student behavior.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
5th Grade Substitute Teacher
Hopkins Public Schools
2024.03 - 2024.06
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
- Adapted lesson plans and student activities to meet needs of students with special learning needs.
Preschool Teacher
Primrose of Maple Grove
2023.06 - 2024.01
- Developed strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing regular updates on their child's progress and addressing any concerns proactively.
- Evaluated student performance regularly through observation, assessment tools, and parent-teacher conferences to ensure academic growth was being achieved consistently across all areas of development.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
Teaching Assistant
The Bridges Preschool and Daycare
2020.09 - 2022.01
- Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
- Assisted in maintaining engaging and respectful educational environment by promoting discipline and cooperation.
- Provided additional support for students with special needs, ensuring they received appropriate accommodations and resources.
- Assisted lead teacher in developing comprehensive lesson plans tailored to individual student needs and abilities.
Education
Master of Science - Elementary Education
Minnesota State University
Mankato, Minnesota05.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Marketing
University of Minnesota
Crookston, Minnesota05.2022
Skills
- Relationship building
- Classroom Management
- Safety awareness
- Classroom Organization
- Adaptable
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Proficient in Google Classroom, Prodigy and SeeSaw
- Teamwork and Collaboration
Certification
- Short Call Substitute License, 1031442
- CPR/BLS, exp 12/2024
- CAN, awarded 06/2018
Awards
- Dean’s List 2015-2022, University of Minnesota
- Summa Cum Laude graduate
References
- ANDREA LARSON, CO-WORKER, PRIMROSE OF MAPLE GROVE, (218) 370-1121
- CORRINE CRICHTON, PREVIOUS EMPLOYER, PRIMROSE OF MAPLE GROVE, (763) 494-4330
- MATT DOMBROSKI, EDUCATION DIRECTOR, PRIMROSE OF MAPLE GROVE, (763) 494-4330
Timeline
5th Grade Substitute Teacher
Hopkins Public Schools
2024.03 - 2024.06
Preschool Teacher
Primrose of Maple Grove
2023.06 - 2024.01
Teaching Assistant
The Bridges Preschool and Daycare
2020.09 - 2022.01
Master of Science - Elementary Education
Minnesota State University
Bachelor of Arts - Marketing
University of Minnesota
- Short Call Substitute License, 1031442
- CPR/BLS, exp 12/2024
- CAN, awarded 06/2018
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