JAMES NEWLAN
East Peoria
Summary
Goal-oriented Teacher's Aide offering support to students of different learning levels and backgrounds. Always ready to step in and positively impact student learning or teacher wellbeing with timely support. Reliable in maintaining orderly spaces and preparing daily materials.
Passionate Teaching Assistant offering 4-year background working with students at elementary level. Skilled in assisting teachers with classroom functions, lesson planning, and individual and group instruction. Talented in using various strategies to model positive behavior and maintain classroom discipline.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
P.E. Teacher's Assistant
Germantown Hills School District #69
08.2022 - Current
- Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals, and objectives.
- Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
- Worked with teacher to optimize learning plans based on student test grades and evaluations.
- Helped with grading assignments and tests, providing constructive feedback to students based on results.
- Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
- Supported classroom maintenance and upkeep, organizing books, and materials
Youth Director
University United Methodist Church
09.2018 - 12.2022
- Develop or direct study courses or religious education programs within congregations.
- Implement program plans by ordering needed materials, scheduling speakers, reserving space, or handling other administrative details.
- Collaborate with other ministry members to establish goals and objectives for religious education programs or to develop ways to encourage program participation.
- Select appropriate curricula or class structures for educational programs.
Educator
Right At School
09.2018 - 12.2022
- Manage the daily operations of recreational facilities.
- Enforce rules and regulations of recreational facilities to maintain discipline and ensure safety.
- Greet new arrivals to activities, introducing them to other participants, explaining facility rules, and encouraging participation.
- Supervise and coordinate the work activities of personnel, such as training staff members and assigning work duties.
- Explain principles, techniques, and safety procedures to participants in recreational activities, and demonstrate use of materials and equipment.
- Complete and maintain time and attendance forms and inventory lists.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT05-2026
Skills
- Classroom support
- Student assessments
- Classroom supply management
- Student and parent relations
Section name
Elem Ed Reading & Lang Arts Test Score: 174
Elem Ed: Mathematics Test Score: 179
Elem Ed: Social Studies Test Score: 161
Elem Ed Science Test Score: N/A Scheduled for February
Timeline
P.E. Teacher's Assistant
Germantown Hills School District #69
08.2022 - Current
Youth Director
University United Methodist Church
09.2018 - 12.2022
Educator
Right At School
09.2018 - 12.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Western Governors University