Devin Newton
Ashland,MA
Summary
Apply my knowledge and experience to create a striving, creative environment which cultivates children’s individual learning styles.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Kindergarten Teacher
Revere Public Schools
10.2013 - Current
- Built positive relationships with students and families for safe, trusted learning support.
- Enhanced classroom management by establishing clear expectations, rules, and routines.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share resources, brainstorm ideas, and problem-solve challenges faced in the classroom environment.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet the diverse learning needs of all students.
- Improved student reading skills by implementing phonics-based instruction and guided reading activities.
- Developed strong relationships with families to address any concerns or issues impacting student success.
- Evaluated student progress regularly through formative assessments to inform instructional decisions.
Paraprofessional
Marblehead Public Schools
09.2012 - Current
- A double kindergarten class; 2 teachers, 2 paraprofessionals with 36 children
- Provide support with Fundations and Everyday Math curriculum
- Attend weekly core meetings
- Provide small group support for children below level
- Teach Lucy Calkins Writer’s workshop
Site Coordinator
YMCA of Greater Boston
06.2006 - 07.2012
- Directed an EEC licensed Out-of-School Time and Summer program
- Implemented YMCA policies and procedures
- Trained and supervised 29 employees
- Maintained precise records of 225 children and 29 staff
- Responsible for the licensing board and up keep of proper postings
- Organized and coordinated family events
- Conducted parent meetings
- Presented parents with outside referrals and programs for their children
Teacher’s Assistant
YMCA of Greater Boston
09.2005 - 06.2012
- Assisted Boston Public school teachers with daily lessons in grades K2-5
- Provided support with Reading Street and Terc curriculum
- Instructed students individually and in small groups
- Worked with English Language Learners to improve their English language arts
Group Leader
YMCA of Greater Boston
10.2003 - 06.2011
- Created and implemented monthly curriculum which included hands-on, age appropriate math, science, literacy, drama, and physical fitness activities
- Provided homework support
- Designed literacy games for a grant funded program
- Worked directly with children’s school teachers and parents to ensure proper progress is made
- Promoted a healthy and safe environment
- Prepared and instruct concerts for family events
Preschool Teacher
YMCA of Greater Boston
09.2008 - 06.2009
- Designed and implemented child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning
- Created a seamless line of communication with parents about their child’s progress
- Provided a healthy, safe environment
- Organized field trips which allow children to experience and learn from nature
Education
Certification of Advanced Graduate Studies - Early Childhood Education
American International College
Springfield, MA06-2019
Masters of Applied Linguistics - English As A Second Language
University of Massachusetts Boston
06-2015
B.S. - Early Childhood Education
Salem State University
05.2011
Skills
- Dependable
- Energetic
- Patient
- Positive attitude
- Productive team member
Certification
- Massachusetts Preliminary License in Early Childhood Education
- EEC Certified Preschool Teacher
- CPR
- First Aid
- Spark Physical Education
- YET Literacy
- READBoston
- Child Abuse Prevention
- HASI Homework Support
Timeline
Kindergarten Teacher
Revere Public Schools
10.2013 - Current
Paraprofessional
Marblehead Public Schools
09.2012 - Current
Preschool Teacher
YMCA of Greater Boston
09.2008 - 06.2009
Site Coordinator
YMCA of Greater Boston
06.2006 - 07.2012
Teacher’s Assistant
YMCA of Greater Boston
09.2005 - 06.2012
Group Leader
YMCA of Greater Boston
10.2003 - 06.2011
B.S. - Early Childhood Education
Salem State University
Certification of Advanced Graduate Studies - Early Childhood Education
American International College
Masters of Applied Linguistics - English As A Second Language
University of Massachusetts Boston