- Design and adapt standards-aligned curriculum to meet diverse learning needs, including inclusion and sub-separate settings
- Develop scaffolded instructional materials (eg, modified assessments, guided notes, sentence frames, graphic organizers) to improve access and engagement
- Align curriculum, instruction, and assessment using data to drive differentiation and monitor student progress
JOHN NEWCOMB
Chelmsford,MA
Summary
Special Education Teacher and Evaluator with an M.Ed. and Massachusetts licensure in Moderate Disabilities (5–12) and Biology (8–12). Experienced in conducting academic evaluations and translating data into effective IEPs and instructional strategies. Active in school leadership through NEASC, School Site Council, and QIP. Committed to inclusive practices, student engagement, and data-driven decision making.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Evaluator
Lowell High School
Lowell, MA
06.2025 - Current
- Conduct comprehensive academic evaluations using multiple data sources to identify student learning profiles and determine eligibility for special education
- Administer and interpret standardized assessments, including Wechsler Individual Achievement Test – Fourth Edition (WIAT-4), Kaufman Test of Educational Achievement – Third Edition (KTEA-3), Woodcock-Johnson IV (WJ-IV), and Test of Written Language – Fourth Edition (TOWL-4)
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to translate evaluation findings into targeted supports and instructional strategies
Special Education Teacher
Lowell High School
Lowell, MA
02.2021 - Current
- Deliver specialized instruction in inclusion and sub-separate settings, including curriculum development and differentiation to meet diverse learner needs
- Develop and monitor IEPs aligned with assessment data and measurable goals, using progress data to guide instruction
- Collaborate with staff and families to support students’ academic and social-emotional growth
Special Education Paraprofessional
Lowell High School
Lowell, MA
09.2019 - 02.2021
- Supported instruction through adapted materials and individualized assistance
- Assisted with progress monitoring and classroom management
Youth Public Safety Academy – Senior Counselor / Special Education Liaison
Middlesex Sheriff Community Affairs
Chelmsford, MA
06.2022 - Current
- Design and deliver training programs using simulations and team-based learning
- Ensure accessibility and support for students with disabilities
- Provide behavioral and instructional support strategies to staff
Counselor
Youth Public Safety Academy
06.2015 - 08.2018
- Built positive relationships with students and families through mentorship
- Promoted teamwork, leadership, and positive decision-making
Boys Cross Country Assistant Coach
Chelmsford High School
Chelmsford, MA
08.2021 - 11.2022
- Supervised practices and supported student-athlete development
- Promoted teamwork, safety, and goal-setting
Education
Master of Education (M.Ed.) - Curriculum and Teaching
Fitchburg State University
Fitchburg, MA07-2025
Moderate Disabilities Licensure Cohort -
Lowell Public Schools
Lowell, MA06-2025
Bachelor of Arts - Communication
Worcester State University
Worcester, MA05-2019
Skills
- Administration and interpretation of standardized academic assessments: WIAT-4, KTEA-3, WJ-IV, TOWL-4
- Data analysis and report writing for eligibility determination and IEP development
- Progress monitoring and curriculum-based assessment
- Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to interpret data and guide instruction
Accomplishments
- Develop comprehensive, data-driven IEPs aligned to evaluation findings, including measurable annual goals and objectives
- Write clear, legally compliant IEP components (PLAAFP, goals, accommodations, service delivery) using precise, student-centered language
- Design targeted supports and accommodations that align with student needs and ensure access to the general education curriculum
Affiliations
- Quality Improvement Plan (QIP) Committee Member
08/2025 – Present
Support the development and monitoring of school-wide improvement initiatives aligned with district goals
- School Site Council Member
08/2024 – Present
Collaborate with school leadership on policy, budgeting, and strategic planning to improve student outcomes
- NEASC Steering Committee Member
08/2024 – Present
Contribute to accreditation efforts through data analysis, self-study development, and goal setting
- Floor Representative
08/2023 – Present
Serve as a liaison between faculty and administration, communicating updates and addressing staff concerns
Certification
- Massachusetts DESE Initial License – Moderate Disabilities (5–12), Issued July 21, 2025
- Massachusetts DESE Provisional License – Biology (8–12), Issued January 2024
- Sheltered English Immersion (SEI) Endorsement, Issued May 2022
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification, July 2025 – Present
Interests
Timeline
Special Education Evaluator
Lowell High School
06.2025 - Current
Youth Public Safety Academy – Senior Counselor / Special Education Liaison
Middlesex Sheriff Community Affairs
06.2022 - Current
Boys Cross Country Assistant Coach
Chelmsford High School
08.2021 - 11.2022
Special Education Teacher
Lowell High School
02.2021 - Current
Special Education Paraprofessional
Lowell High School
09.2019 - 02.2021
Counselor
Youth Public Safety Academy
06.2015 - 08.2018
Master of Education (M.Ed.) - Curriculum and Teaching
Fitchburg State University
Moderate Disabilities Licensure Cohort -
Lowell Public Schools
Bachelor of Arts - Communication
Worcester State University