Crystal A. Spruell
Staten Island
Summary
Professional educator with strong background in developing and implementing engaging curriculum. Adept at fostering collaborative learning environment that encourages student growth and achievement. Skilled in classroom management, lesson planning, and adapting to diverse educational needs. Known for reliability and flexibility, ensuring smooth and effective teaching operations.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
NYCDOE Public School 373R
09.2023 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips that enriched students' learning experiences outside traditional classroom settings.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
- Served on school committees focused on curriculum development, teacher evaluations, or community outreach initiatives to contribute positively to the overall school climate.
- Organized and led educational field trips that complemented classroom learning, broadening students' real-world understanding.
- Collaborated with colleagues to integrate cross-disciplinary lessons, enriching students' educational experience.
Unit Coordinator, NYCDOE 6th-12th Grade
Public School 369K
09.2017 - 08.2023
- Supervise and Manage daily scheduling for teachers, paraprofessionals and related service providers
- Facilitate staff training through PLC (professional learning committees) with focus on IEP (Individualized Education Plan) development, classroom strategies implementation etc
- Coordinate the development of quality IEPs for all students in accordance with IDEA, process IEP documents accordingly and communicate with all related parties
- Act as a resource for the development of lesson plans, functional academics goals, and objectives
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips that enriched students' learning experiences outside traditional classroom settings.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
- Served on school committees focused on curriculum development, teacher evaluations, or community outreach initiatives to contribute positively to the overall school climate.
- Led professional development workshops for peers on effective classroom management techniques.
- Guided students through college application process, increasing number of students accepted into their first-choice institutions.
Special Education Classroom Teacher, K-8th Grade
Public School 369K
09.2012 - 08.2017
- Teach multiple disciplines to students with various disabilities (Emotional Disturbance, Autism, OHI, LD etc.) in a self-contained 12:1:1 setting
- Modify curriculum and instruction to meet individual student needs; align curriculum and instruction to students’ individual goals and Next Gen Learning Standards
- Use a variety of instructional methods according to student learning styles
- Developed and implemented behavior management techniques to maintain a structured and focused learning environment for all students.
- Facilitate and manage events with multiple classes
Assistant Director/Education Specialist
Sports & Arts in Schools Foundation
06.2013 - 09.2015
- Supervise a full staff of 5 Activity Specialists and 75 students ranging from grades 6-8
- Observe Activity Specialists to ensure alignment between planning & effectiveness of instruction
- Organize and facilitate staff meetings and professional developments
- Organize events and activities for students to display their work and increase parent engagement
Education
Master of Science - Education
Pace University
New York, NY08.2014
Bachelor of Arts - Science, Letters and Society
CUNY, College of Staten Island
Staten Island, NY06.2012
Skills
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Critical thinking
- Lesson planning
- Student engagement
- Curriculum implementation
- Special needs students
Related Experience
- Assistant Director/Education Specialist, Sports & Arts in Schools Foundation,
Supervise a full staff of 5 Activity Specialists and 75 students ranging from grades 6-8, Observe Activity Specialists to ensure alignment between planning & effectiveness of instruction, Organize and facilitate staff meetings and professional developments., Organize events and activities for students to display their work and increase parent engagement.
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
NYCDOE Public School 373R
09.2023 - Current
Unit Coordinator, NYCDOE 6th-12th Grade
Public School 369K
09.2017 - 08.2023
Assistant Director/Education Specialist
Sports & Arts in Schools Foundation
06.2013 - 09.2015
Special Education Classroom Teacher, K-8th Grade
Public School 369K
09.2012 - 08.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Science, Letters and Society
CUNY, College of Staten Island
Master of Science - Education
Pace University
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