Hagar Abuella
16 Lake Ave, 4a, East Brunswick,NJ
Summary
Dynamic educational leader specializing in strategic curriculum design and community engagement. Proven expertise in integrating technology and fostering social-emotional learning. Successfully launched innovative programs that increased student participation and supported diverse learners. Empowered teachers through targeted coaching and professional development initiatives.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Principal of Science and Health Careers
Tottenville High School
Staten Island, NY
09.2020 - Current
- Directed administration for Science and 10 Career and Technical Education programs, including Medical Assisting and Automotive.
- Designed and launched school’s STEAM and Health Careers pipeline to enhance student engagement.
- Conducted teacher observations and coaching sessions, leading professional development on MTSS and MAP Growth.
- Oversaw DOE-wide systems related to grades, messaging, attendance, and student accounts as Technology SPOC.
- Facilitated family engagement by training over 1,000 parents on NYC Schools Accounts.
- Managed deployment of over 2,000 student devices and accounts through TeachHub.
- Coordinated borough-wide events and mentoring programs as District 31 Lead for My Sister’s Keeper Initiative.
- Co-authored national SEL curriculum for Council for Unity to support social-emotional learning.
Social Studies & Special Education Teacher | SEL Program Coordinator
Susan E. Wagner High School
Staten Island, NY
09.2012 - 08.2019
- Supported students in ICT, self-contained, and lowest-third cohorts through tailored instruction.
- Designed and facilitated SEL-based community service projects via Leadership Learning Center and Council for Unity.
- Composed IEPs, conducted annual reviews, and developed individualized support strategies for diverse learners.
- Created curriculum, pacing, and unit plans for Regents-aligned Global and U.S. History courses.
- Led school’s Emotional Intelligence (RULER) team; delivered professional development to faculty.
- Founded Wagner Culture Committee and My Sister’s Keeper chapter; facilitated inclusive programming and events.
- Bridged relationships between students and NYPD through anti-violence campaigns and community partnerships.
Education
School District Leadership Advanced Certificate -
College of St. Rose
Albany, NY01.2019
M.S. - Special Education
Touro College
Brooklyn, NY01.2014
B.A. - Social Studies/Education
College of Staten Island
Staten Island, NY01.2013
Skills
- Strategic educational leadership
- Educational technology
- Curriculum design and implementation
- Teacher coaching and development
- Social and emotional learning integration
- Data-driven instruction
- Community outreach and service learning
- Career and technical education supervision
- Technology integration and management
Certification
- NYS School Building & District Leader Licenses
- NYS Certifications: Social Studies 7–12, Students with Disabilities 7–12
- Therapeutic Crisis Intervention for Schools
Professional Highlights
- District 31 Lead for My Sister’s Keeper
- Author of nationwide SEL + Community Service curriculum for Council for Unity
- Led 100+ service projects supporting Staten Island’s most vulnerable communities
- Founder and Coordinator of multiple youth leadership programs for at-risk students
- Support Person of Contact for Technology to a school of 4,000
Languages
Arabic
Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Assistant Principal of Science and Health Careers
Tottenville High School
09.2020 - Current
Social Studies & Special Education Teacher | SEL Program Coordinator
Susan E. Wagner High School
09.2012 - 08.2019
School District Leadership Advanced Certificate -
College of St. Rose
M.S. - Special Education
Touro College
B.A. - Social Studies/Education
College of Staten Island
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