Olivia Schulz
Alexandria,VA
Summary
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to student success and achieve positive results. Excelles in creating inclusive learning environments, leveraging critical thinking and leadership skills. Achieved significant improvements in student engagement and performance through innovative teaching strategies and effective collaboration. Ready to tackle new challenges and support diverse learning needs with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Long Term Substitute- 3rd Grade
Harrisonburg City Public Schools
09.2024 - 11.2024
- Implemented classroom management techniques to maintain positive learning environment.
- Monitored student performance and provided feedback to improve instruction.
- Developed lesson plans to align with grade-level standards and objectives.
- Developed creative instructional strategies to keep students engaged and motivated.
- Documented student progress and provided regular updates to parents.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
Administrative Assistant
Better Termite & Pest Control
06.2018 - 08.2024
- Worked for our family business throughout high school and college cultivating leadership and management skills.
- Assisted coworkers and staff members with special tasks on a daily basis.
- Identified and recommended changes to existing processes to improve accuracy, efficiency, and quality service.
- Surpassed team goals by partnering with colleagues to implement best practices and protocols.
Practicum Students & Student Teacher- 2nd Grade
Page County Public Schools
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Partnered with the lead teacher to design and implement lesson plans tailored to meet the diverse needs of 18 students.
- Conducted a thorough analysis of student performance data to apply data-driven decision-making skills to enhance educational outcomes.
- Successfully accommodated a wide range of learning styles, academic abilities, and general skills, ensuring an inclusive and supportive learning environment.
- Encouraged critical thinking and problem solving skills to enable students to step out of comfort zone.
- Facilitated small group activities and one-on-one instruction to meet individual student needs.
Practicum Student & Student Teacher- 5th Grade
Harrisonburg City Public Schools
09.2023 - 12.2023
- Collaborated with the lead teacher to create and implement Spanish & English dual classroom lessons to meet the needs of 40+ students.
- Wrote and completed practice lesson plans and received teacher feedback for comprehensive success.
- Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff, and students through consistent communication paths and weekly check-ins.
- Monitored student progress to provide feedback on assignments and guidance on areas requiring improvement.
- Promoted a positive and productive learning environment to increase engagement and rapport with students and teachers.
Education
Master of Education - Teacher Leadership
James Madison University
Harrisonburg, VA05-2025
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
James Madison University
Harrisonburg, VA05-2024
Skills
- Flexible and adaptive
- Critical thinking
- Data-driven instruction
- Classroom management
- Leadership
- Conflict Resolution
Accomplishments
- President's List
- Dean's List
Affiliations
- Alpha Phi International Fraternity
Certification
- CPR/ AED/ First Aid
- VA Teaching License: CP-0688918
Timeline
Long Term Substitute- 3rd Grade
Harrisonburg City Public Schools
09.2024 - 11.2024
Practicum Students & Student Teacher- 2nd Grade
Page County Public Schools
01.2024 - 05.2024
Practicum Student & Student Teacher- 5th Grade
Harrisonburg City Public Schools
09.2023 - 12.2023
Administrative Assistant
Better Termite & Pest Control
06.2018 - 08.2024
Master of Education - Teacher Leadership
James Madison University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
James Madison University
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