Shari Olsen
Sherwood Park
Summary
Dynamic educator with a proven track record at SouthPointe School, excelling in lesson planning and classroom management. Expertly fostered inclusive learning environments and engaged diverse learners through innovative strategies. Strong communicator, building positive relationships with students and parents, while enhancing creativity and collaboration among colleagues.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Grade Two - 2/3Teacher
SouthPointe School
Fort Saskatchewan
01.2024 - Current
- Engaged students through lecture and discussion, increasing classroom interaction to build inclusive learning environment.
- Created lesson plans and chose supporting materials to promote positive learning experiences.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
- Collaborated with colleagues to plan lessons that integrate various subject areas into a cohesive unit of study.
Kindergarten Teacher
Fort Saskatchewan Elementary
Fort Saskatchewan
08.2021 - 07.2025
- Integrated music, art, drama, literature, science, math into lesson plans for hands-on learning experiences.
- Explored foundational learning concepts with students through hands-on activities, videos, and class discussions.
- Supported at-risk students by providing additional assistance in order to help them reach grade level standards.
- Used wide range of instructional strategies and technologies to meet and enhance needs of diverse student population.
- Communicated with parents regularly to maintain student progress, schedule meetings, and increase overall student happiness.
Grade One Teacher
Heritage Hills Elementary
Sherwood Park
09.2020 - 06.2021
- Created lesson plans and chose supporting materials to promote positive learning experiences.
- Utilized technology such as interactive whiteboards and online resources to enhance instruction.
- Instructed students in academic subjects such as math, science, language arts, social studies, and history.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
Grade One & Three Teacher
Win Furgeson Elementary
Fort Saskatchewan
09.2018 - 06.2020
- Created meaningful projects that allowed students to apply their knowledge in real world situations.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to maintain classroom discipline.
- Engaged students through lecture and discussion, increasing classroom interaction to build inclusive learning environment.
- Collaborated with colleagues to plan lessons that integrate various subject areas into a cohesive unit of study.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
Kindergarten Teacher
Pine Street Elementary
Sherwood Park
03.2018 - 06.2018
- Fostered language development, comprehension and vocabulary using traditional poetry, nursery rhymes and riddles.
- Integrated music, art, drama, literature, science, math into lesson plans for hands-on learning experiences.
- Supported at-risk students by providing additional assistance in order to help them reach grade level standards.
- Implemented effective classroom management strategies such as setting limits while encouraging self-discipline.
Education
Bachelor of Edcuation - Education
Kings University College
Edmonton, AB04-1997
Bachelor of Arts - History/Phys. Ed
Concordia University College
Edmonton, AB04-1995
Skills
- Classroom management
- Lesson planning
- Student assessment
- Parent communication
- Team collaboration
- Behavior management
- Diverse learning strategies
- Creativity enhancement
Extra Curriculars
- Coach Division 2 volleyball, track and badminton
- Help organize intramural's for Division 2 students
Timeline
Grade Two - 2/3Teacher
SouthPointe School
01.2024 - Current
Kindergarten Teacher
Fort Saskatchewan Elementary
08.2021 - 07.2025
Grade One Teacher
Heritage Hills Elementary
09.2020 - 06.2021
Grade One & Three Teacher
Win Furgeson Elementary
09.2018 - 06.2020
Kindergarten Teacher
Pine Street Elementary
03.2018 - 06.2018
Bachelor of Edcuation - Education
Kings University College
Bachelor of Arts - History/Phys. Ed
Concordia University College
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