Olive MayCertified engage2learn Data-Informed Growth Coach

Olive had the privilege of partnering with Mesquite ISD for the Literacy Framework, El Paso ISD for the Active Learning Framework, and Kostoryz Elementary for the engage2learn Framework. Olive has also trained K-5 bilingual educators for Harlingen ISD and Rio Plaza Elementary K-5 teachers in California.

Her previous professional experience includes teaching second grade through 5th-grade bilingual students using the engage2learn Framework in Irving ISD.

Olive holds a Bachelor’s in Science from the University of North Texas, Bilingual Certification, Gifted and Talented Certification, and a Master’s in Curriculum and Instruction with an emphasis in Literacy from the University of Texas.

Olive has successfully implemented student-oriented learning using the engage2learn Best Practices with high poverty schools, gifted students, and special education students. She has been able to observe what works in order to ensure students show progress.

Key engage2learn Projects: El Paso ISD Active Learning • Mesquite ISD Literacy • Kostoryz Elementary, Corpus Christi ISD; engage2learn Framework • Lively Elementary, Irving ISD; engage2learn Framework

Career Milestones: Served as an elementary teacher serving diverse student needs achieving results in all subject areas in grades 2-5 • Implemented the engage2learn Framework to build learning and future-ready skills • Implemented the engage2learn Framework resulting in Special Education DNQ results • Designer of professional learning aligned to district standards

Past Experience: Taught in grades 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 5th • More than five years of teaching experience • Served in Irving and Richardson ISDs

Education & Certifications: M.A. Curriculum & Instruction, Literacy Emphasis | University of Texas at Arlington • B.S. Education | University of North Texas • Early Childhood Certification • Bilingual Generalist – Spanish Certification • Gifted and Talented Certification