JoAnne Newcomb
Tomball,TX
Summary
Resilient Special Education Teacher familiar with challenges associated with teaching special needs children. Remains positive under times of stress or conflict. Versatile and dedicated with focus on individual needs of special education students. Empathetic and accommodating in design and implementation of hands-on lessons. Exceptional skills working with teachers, parents and specialists to meet educational needs of students.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education PALS Teacher
Creekside Park Junior High School
2021.08 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Integrated cultural awareness into lessons by incorporating diverse perspectives and materials into the curriculum.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips that enriched students'' learning experiences outside the traditional classroom setting.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating specialized tools and resources tailored to the needs of special education students.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Completed student progress reports quarterly to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.
- Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers, and course work.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
Dual Language Math/ Science Teacher
Cottonwood Elementary School
2020.08 - 2021.06
- Improved student comprehension by employing diverse teaching strategies and adapting lesson plans to meet individual needs.
- Enhanced classroom environment for effective learning by incorporating hands-on activities and real-world applications of scientific concepts.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lessons that connected science with other subjects, fostering a well-rounded education.
- Provided constructive feedback on assignments, helping students improve their critical thinking and problem-solving skills in science.
- Developed and implemented assessment tools to track student progress, identifying areas of improvement and adjusting instruction accordingly.
- Maintained consistent communication with parents regarding student performance, collaborating on strategies to support academic success at home.
- Implemented inquiry-based learning techniques in the classroom, promoting curiosity and active engagement among students.
- Championed a positive classroom culture where questions were encouraged and mistakes viewed as learning opportunities, boosting overall student confidence in their abilities as scientists.
Education
Bachelors of Interdisplinary Studies - EC-6 Generalist With ESL Certification
University of Houston Downtown
Houston, Texas05.2020
Skills
- ESOL Certified and Special Education Certified
- Behavior Management
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (NVCI)
- Texas Teaching Certification
- Special Needs Students
- Differentiated Instruction
- Program Development
- Innovative lesson planning
- Group and individual instruction
- Classroom Management
- Student Records Management
Certification
- EC- 6 generalist
- ESOL Certified
- Special Education EC-12 Certified
Timeline
Special Education PALS Teacher
Creekside Park Junior High School
2021.08 - Current
Dual Language Math/ Science Teacher
Cottonwood Elementary School
2020.08 - 2021.06
Bachelors of Interdisplinary Studies - EC-6 Generalist With ESL Certification
University of Houston Downtown
- EC- 6 generalist
- ESOL Certified
- Special Education EC-12 Certified
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