Barbara Newsom
Colorado Springs
Summary
Experienced elementary educator with a Master’s in Reading. Proven ability to create language-rich, data-informed classrooms that drive measurable growth for diverse learners. Passionate about collaborating with colleagues, modeling effective strategies, and fostering continuous improvement to strengthen teacher practice and student achievement in literacy.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work History
PLC , Elementary School third grade teacher
Mountainside Elementary district 8
Fountain
06.2018 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse learning styles and abilities.
- Implemented classroom management strategies to maintain a positive learning environment.
- Mentored new teachers by sharing best practices and instructional strategies.
- Maintained safe, clean, and organized classroom environment.
- Attended in-service training and professional development courses to stay on top of policy and education changes.
- Administered and graded class tests to evaluate student progress and comprehension.
- Referred to district standards to plan lessons and prepare students to take standardized assessments.
- Communicated regularly with parents about student progress via phone calls, emails, meetings.
- Facilitated dynamic discussions on literary themes and historical contexts.
- Assessed student performance through diverse evaluation methods and feedback.
- Maintained accurate records of student grades, attendance and behavior.
- Attended professional development workshops to stay up-to-date with best practices in education.
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of each student's learning style.
- Adapted course materials to accommodate different learning styles and abilities.
- Taught English classes to students of various levels.
- Worked with students individually to address areas of concern.
- Evaluated and documented student learning and growth.
Second Grade Teacher
James Madison Charter Academy
Colorado Springs
06.2017 - 05.2018
- Developed engaging literature curriculum aligned with educational standards.
- Utilized technology tools to support interactive learning experiences in literature classes.
- Facilitated dynamic discussions to enhance student comprehension and critical thinking.
- Mentored students in literary analysis and interpretation through one-on-one sessions.
Elementary School Teacher, First Grade
Rocky Mountain Classical Academy
Colorado Springs
05.2015 - 05.2017
- Developed engaging lesson plans for first-grade students.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment to enhance student learning.
- Implemented hands-on activities to promote critical thinking skills.
- Assessed student performance through varied evaluation methods.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding student progress and classroom events.
- Reviewed grammar rules with students during class time.
Education
Master of Arts - Reading
Regis University
Denver, CO 09.2009 - 05.2011
Educators Licensure - Education
Regis University
Denver, CO 09.2004 - 05.2007
Bachelor of Arts - Business Management /Psychology
Regis University
Denver, CO 09.1994 - 05.1997
Skills
- Developing lesson plans
- Classroom management
- Assessment strategies
- Individualized instruction
- Data analysis
- Literacy assessment
- Data-driven instruction
- Literature identification
- Writing instruction
- Attention to detail
- Age-appropriate curriculum
Timeline
PLC , Elementary School third grade teacher
Mountainside Elementary district 8
06.2018 - Current
Second Grade Teacher
James Madison Charter Academy
06.2017 - 05.2018
Elementary School Teacher, First Grade
Rocky Mountain Classical Academy
05.2015 - 05.2017
Master of Arts - Reading
Regis University
09.2009 - 05.2011
Educators Licensure - Education
Regis University
09.2004 - 05.2007
Bachelor of Arts - Business Management /Psychology
Regis University
09.1994 - 05.1997