Jessica Newton
Lindenhurst,IL
Summary
Compassionate, energetic, and dedicated teacher with valuable experience in behavioral management, lesson planning, as well as small and large group instruction. Proficient in positive reinforcement and engaging students by building an encouraging, productive classroom environment. Highly skilled at working with a team as well as carrying out planning and instruction independently. Well-versed in classroom and online technologies.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Babysitter
Kristi Chase
Normal, IL
09.2021 - Current
- Communicated positively with children and guardians.
- Played games, worked on puzzles and read books to two-year-old child.
- Balanced playtime and limited screen time to support development of fine motor, gross motor and cognitive skills.
Student Teacher, Third Grade
Fisher Grade School
Fisher, IL
01.2022 - 04.2022
- Developed lesson plans that incorporated mandated topics and included immersive activities for student engagement.
- Stood in for teachers, checking lesson plans to provide consistent teaching to students.
- Conferred with qualified teacher to establish instructional targets and prepare lessons to cover source topics.
- Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff and students.
- Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
- Graded tests and checked homework assignments, documenting information in student records.
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
Daycare Assistant Teacher
The Goddard School For Early Childhood Development
Kenosha, WI
05.2020 - 04.2021
- Encouraged curiosity, exploration and problem-solving appropriate to children's development levels.
- Maintained effective schedule balance between rest periods, active play and instruction.
- Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
- Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
- Assisted older children with homework assignments, providing support and mentoring.
Recreational Gymnastics Coach
Libertyville Gymnastics Academy
Libertyville, IL
04.2016 - 08.2018
- Instructed preschool, kindergarten, and first grade classes.
- Maintained fun-filled atmosphere with class participants while remaining professional.
- Coordinated with other instructors and coaches to determine student advancement and progress.
- Instructed new faculty and instructors on practices and guidelines.
- Worked with both mentally and physically handicapped children and promoted interactive learning.
- Supported parent participation and enthusiasm during Parent and Tot classes.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Illinois State University
Normal, IL05.2022
Skills
- Classroom management
- Student-centered learning
- Testing and grading
- SMART Board aptitude
- Lesson Planning
- Differentiated instruction
- RTI familiarity
- Group and individual instruction
- Special Needs Students
Accomplishments
Earned Redbird Academic Scholarship and renewed the scholarship for three additional years.
Accomplished a 3.82 cumulative GPA.
Certification
Adult, Child, and Infant, Pediatric CPR/AED & First Aid Certified.
Timeline
Student Teacher, Third Grade
Fisher Grade School
01.2022 - 04.2022
Babysitter
Kristi Chase
09.2021 - Current
Daycare Assistant Teacher
The Goddard School For Early Childhood Development
05.2020 - 04.2021
Recreational Gymnastics Coach
Libertyville Gymnastics Academy
04.2016 - 08.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Illinois State University