Kassandra Boutin
Lowell,MA
Summary
Passionate Teacher with experience developing and implementing diverse curriculums covering a wide range of subjects. Highly skilled at motivating students through positive encouragement and reinforcement of concepts via interactive classroom instruction and observation. Successful in helping students develop strong literacy, numeracy, social and learning skills.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
5th Grade Teacher
Woburn Public Schools
09.2023 - Current
- Improved classroom management by implementing positive reinforcement strategies and setting clear expectations for behavior.
- Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating diverse teaching methods, including visual aids, group activities, and hands-on experiences.
- Encouraged parental involvement in student learning through regular communication and parent-teacher conferences.
- Developed strong rapport with students, fostering a positive and supportive learning environment.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lessons, connecting subject matter across various topics.
- Assessed student progress regularly using formative and summative assessments, modifying instruction as needed for optimal learning outcomes.
Special Education Instructional Assistant
Pine Glen Elementary
11.2019 - 06.2023
- Support student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Deliver personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Provide support to help students with special needs learn and grow.
- Offer student support through special accommodations, extra assistance and assessments.
- Keep classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Collate classroom materials to help teachers prepare for daily instruction and activities.
- Create lesson materials, visuals, and digital presentations to supplement lesson plans.
- Oversee students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules and support lead teacher.
- Assist and mentor students in groups by reviewing lesson teachings.
- Use behavior modeling and specialized teaching techniques to share and reinforce social skills.
- Built and maintained effective communication and relationships with students, teachers, support staff and parents.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
Long Term Substitute Teacher 4th Grade
Burlington Public Schools
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Implemented day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Diversified classroom instruction and group activities to successfully support students with unique strengths and learning styles.
- Instructed students in core educational principles, concepts and in-depth subject matter.
- Leveraged classroom discussion strategies to engage students, promote topics and boost learning opportunities.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Helped students develop life-long learning skills and good study habits.
- Integrated existing and new technology into classroom to help provide creative and fun learning environment.
- Assigned, explained and graded homework.
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
- Administered standardized assessments with strict requirements and documented information in permanent records.
- Collaborated with teaching staff to implement coordinated educational strategies and student support networks.
- Worked collaboratively with other teachers, administrators and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Maintained frequent communication with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback, support and discuss instructional strategies.
Permanent Substitute Teacher
Pine Glen Elementary
08.2019 - 11.2019
- Manage class of 18-20 students
- Follow and teach lesson plans assigned by classroom teacher and special education teachers for students in grades Kindergarten to 5th grade
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Provided instruction for students in core subject areas.
- Follow and implement plans assigned by music, art, and physical education teachers
- Collaborated with teaching staff to implement coordinated educational strategies and student support networks.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
Substitute Teacher
Lowell Public Schools
05.2019 - 06.2019
- Managed class of 25 - 30 students
- Followed and taught lesson plans assigned, by permanent teacher for students in grades Kindergarten through 8th grade.
Student Teaching/ Practicum
Bartlett Community Partnership School
01.2019 - 05.2019
- Assumed full-responsibility of second grade classroom and prepared and taught daily lessons
- Assisted primary teacher with coordination of classroom activities and lessons
- Worked with students individually who need additional assistance with math and reading comprehension subjects
- Conducted small reading groups with upwards of 4 students to provide support in comprehension and retention of classroom lessons
- Pre-Practicum, Collaborated with classroom teacher of second grade classroom on lesson plans and small group work
- Worked with students both individually and in small groups on math, science, and reading
Assistant Teacher
Knowledge Beginnings
10.2016 - 08.2018
- Create a safe, nurturing environment where children can play and learn
- Assisting teachers with curriculum that is consistent with the unique needs of each child
- Partnering with parents and center staff to provide the best care and education for children.
Pre-Practicum II
Camela A. Farley Elementary School
05.2018 - 06.2018
- Assisted fourth grade classroom teacher with various lessons and classroom activities
- Worked with students both individually and in small groups on reading and math
Pre-Practicum I
Francis Wyman Elementary School
04.2018 - 06.2018
- Pre-Practicum I
- Observed third grade classroom and learned various teaching and classroom management skills
- Assisted teacher with classroom activities and handing out assignments
Education
Master of Education - Learning And Instruction
Northeastern University
Boston, MA07.2022
Bachelors of Science - Child, Family and Community Studies, Elementary Education
Merrimack College
North Andover, Massachusetts08.2019
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education
Middlesex Community College
Bedford, MA05.2017
Skills
- Student Motivation and Engagement
- Differentiated Instruction
- Student-Centered Learning
- Emergent Curriculum
- Instructional Materials Creation
Certification
- Licensed Elementary 1-6, License Number 510529
- Endorsed Sheltered English Immersion, License Number 510529
Affiliations
Pawtucketville Youth Organization, Lowell, MA 3/2009- 6/2016
T-Ball Coach, Manager, Commissioner
- Responsible for direct oversight of 10-12 four, five and six year old T-Ball Players.
- Communication with managers, coaches and parents via email and phone calls on a weekly basis
Timeline
5th Grade Teacher
Woburn Public Schools
09.2023 - Current
Long Term Substitute Teacher 4th Grade
Burlington Public Schools
01.2023 - 05.2023
Special Education Instructional Assistant
Pine Glen Elementary
11.2019 - 06.2023
Permanent Substitute Teacher
Pine Glen Elementary
08.2019 - 11.2019
Substitute Teacher
Lowell Public Schools
05.2019 - 06.2019
Student Teaching/ Practicum
Bartlett Community Partnership School
01.2019 - 05.2019
Pre-Practicum II
Camela A. Farley Elementary School
05.2018 - 06.2018
Pre-Practicum I
Francis Wyman Elementary School
04.2018 - 06.2018
Assistant Teacher
Knowledge Beginnings
10.2016 - 08.2018
Master of Education - Learning And Instruction
Northeastern University
Bachelors of Science - Child, Family and Community Studies, Elementary Education
Merrimack College
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education
Middlesex Community College
- Licensed Elementary 1-6, License Number 510529
- Endorsed Sheltered English Immersion, License Number 510529
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