Brittany Olson (formerly Brown)
Vail, AZ 85641
Phone: 520-***-****
Email: ******@*****.***
Professional Summary
Dedicated and versatile educator with experience in early childhood, elementary, and middle school education, complemented by an extensive clinical background in nursing. Proven ability to create engaging, supportive learning environments while applying strong communication, assessment, and organizational skills developed in high-acuity healthcare settings. Compassionate, adaptable, and committed to student-centered instruction and lifelong learning. Professional Experience
La Paloma Academy – Lakeside Campus
6th Grade Science & Social Studies Teacher
July 2024 – December 2025
● Developed and delivered standards-aligned science and social studies curriculum.
● Implemented engaging instructional strategies to support diverse learning styles and abilities.
● Assessed student progress and differentiated instruction to promote academic growth.
● Maintained regular communication with parents, administrators, and support staff to ensure student success.
Vail Unified School District
Preschool Teacher
August 2023 – July 2024
● Provided developmentally appropriate instruction and social-emotional support to preschool students.
● Created a structured, nurturing classroom environment emphasizing early literacy, numeracy, and play-based learning.
● Collaborated with families and multidisciplinary teams to support individual student development.
Healthcare Experience
Tucson Medical Center
Registered Nurse – NICU & Women’s Surgery Recovery January 2007 – 2011
● Provided comprehensive nursing care to neonatal and post-surgical patients in fast-paced clinical environments.
● Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure patient safety and optimal outcomes.
● Educated families on care plans, recovery, and health management. University Medical Center (Banner Health)
Registered Nurse – Pediatrics
2011 – 2016
● Delivered specialized care to pediatric patients in hematology/oncology, bone marrow transplant, and solid organ transplant units.
● Monitored complex treatment plans and provided patient and family education.
● Demonstrated strong assessment, critical thinking, and emotional support skills. Pain Institute of Southern Arizona
Family Nurse Practitioner
2017
● Evaluated and managed patients with acute and chronic pain conditions.
● Developed individualized treatment plans and provided patient education on pain management strategies.
Education
Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)– 2016
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)– 2013
Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)– December 2006
Rincon High School, Tucson, AZ
High School Diploma – 1999
Skills
● Classroom management
● Lesson planning & curriculum development
● Student assessment & progress monitoring
● Early childhood education
● Student engagement strategies
● Communication & collaboration
● Compassionate, student-centered instruction
● Adaptability & multitasking
● Clinical assessment & patient education
● Interdisciplinary teamwork