RAQUEL ARCHER-SPELLER
CALDWELL,NJ
Summary
Professional educator skilled in creating dynamic, inclusive classroom experiences that drive student success. Adept at leveraging diverse instructional strategies to meet varied learning needs, ensuring comprehensive understanding of material. Known for collaborative approach and adaptability in ever-evolving educational settings, with focus on critical thinking and communication.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Living Environment Teacher
East New York Family Academy (ENYFA 409K)
09.2018 - Current
- Differentiated instruction to provide multiple points of entry for students with different abilities, interests or learning needs and styles.
- Integrated a wide range of instructional techniques including the use of technology to maintain student interest and maximize individual learning.
- Developed interdisciplinary differentiated lesson plans on Earth, Life and Physical Science.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Enhanced curriculum by incorporating real-world examples and hands-on activities, fostering a deeper understanding of scientific concepts.
Teacher (Grades 6-12)
Homebound Instruction, Brooklyn, NY
01.2005 - 09.2018
- Provided instruction to specific homebound or hospital bound children in their residences or other designated sites.
- Maintained accurate records, lesson plans and student portfolios that documented student progress.
- Responsible for administering RCTs and Regent exams.
- Collaborated with parents, students and other service providers to implement a student-centered curriculum.
Dean
Gateway Intermediate - I.S 364 (Grade 6-8)
09.2015 - 06.2018
- Speared solutions along with the Principal and Assistant Principal to guide the resolution of discipline concerns and maintain accurate records of action taken to ensure that progressive discipline steps are administered in accordance with school policy and Chancellor’s Regulations.
- Consistently raise the bar along with the faculty in the enforcement and implementation of the rules and other regulations of the student code of conduct to influence positive student behavior in the school.
- Advocate for students in collaboration with the Guidance Counselor and Positive Behavioral Intervention and Support (PBIS) team and/or school psychologist to identify proactive researched based approaches to supporting student academic and social/emotional success.
- Lead weekly grade level meetings by assessing data to determine action plans to support and improve student achievement.
- Co-authored a grant proposal that resulted in a $210,000 grant from Council member Inez Baron used to upgrade the technology infrastructure in the school.
Lead Science Teacher
Gateway Intermediate - I.S 364 (Grade 6-8)
01.2005 - 01.2018
- Content Trainer and Table Leader for Scoring Living Environment Regents and NYS Math Exams.
- Developed curriculum maps and units of study to be included in Atlas Rubicon Platform and common assessments.
- Interviewed potential students for entrance into Spring Creek Scholar’s Program.
- Organized; administered and scored the Intermediate Level Science Test and Living Environment Regents.
- Designed Lab Manual to correspond with the Living Environment curriculum and the New York Common Core Learning Standards.
- Utilized data resources to determine academic interventions and enrichment programs
- Lead Science Department in assessing best teaching practices that is beneficial for both teachers and students.
Administrative Intern
Gateway Intermediate - I.S. 364 (Grades 6-8)
01.2014 - 06.2015
- Initiated and presented professional development workshops in conjunction with the Data Application Specialist from the Network for new Science teachers in CR 211, to help better prepare students for the 4th and 8th grade (ELSE and ILSE) science performance and written exams.
- Spearheaded peer observations and performed instructional rounds with the administrative team in preparation for the Quality Review focusing on the ten indicators of the QR rubric.
- Conducted formative informal observations of teachers using “Danielson Rubric”. Assessed the quality of instruction. Provided beneficial feedback and identified areas to improve pedagogy and learning.
- Collaborated with school leaders and special education teams to organize testing operations to support all schoolwide assessment needs.
- Worked with Testing Coordinator in the NYS Math, ELA, Science and Regents exams. Reviewed student eligibility and timeline for administration. Submitted answer documents for students on register.
- Collaborated with Administration in developing an intervention plan during instructional time, to help special needs students.
- Shadowed Assistant Principals to observe best practices in school leadership to discuss next steps, and assumed leadership responsibilities.
- Review new testing material guidelines, and consult with Principal on suggestions and recommendations, with reference to curriculum changes. Reorganized content curriculum to align with grade level of students.
Teacher (Ages 17½ to 21)
Young Adult Borough Center (YABC)
01.2009 - 01.2011
- Taught at- risk young adults who were over- age and under credited in Earth Science, Math, and Living Environment while maintaining accurate records in accordance with program regulations.
- Developed and taught challenging lessons to improve critical thinking skills of students.
- Implemented strategies that provide students with opportunities to produce evidence of meeting the standards in the subject areas of instructions.
Science/Math Teacher
The Dumont School - PS/MS 174, Brooklyn, NY
01.2002 - 01.2005
- Organized school wide science fair and participated in the regional science fair.
- Created learning centers where children worked with manipulatives to explore concepts.
- Assisted in the organization and coordination of the NYS Intermediate Science Exam.
Education
Advance Certificate - School Leadership
College of St Rose
Albany, NY08.2014
Master of Science - Science Education
Brooklyn College
Brooklyn, NY09.2004
Bachelor of Science - Sports Medicine
Barry University
Miami, Florida12.2000
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Curriculum Development
- Data-Driven Instruction
- Relationship Building
- Growth Mindset
- Innovative Lesson planning
Accomplishments
- Professional Development and Mentorship: Mentored new science teachers for by providing ongoing support with classroom management strategies, lesson planning, and curriculum alignment; observed classes, offered feedback, and shared resources to build confidence and instructional effectiveness.
- Collaborated with other teachers to develop and implement cross-curricular projects.
- Addressed student difficulty in formulating claims by using discussion protocols and think-pair-share strategies to build critical thinking and writing skills.
- Modified instructional activities based on formative assessment data, including exit slips, to meet learner-centered goals and support student growth.
- Student Progress Conferences - Conducted conferences with parents, administrators, testing specialists and social workers to discuss educational plans designed to promote students' educational/social development.
- Improved students’ science writing skills by implementing strategies to support Claim-Evidence-Reasoning (CER) structure.
- Developed and implemented engaging activities and experiments that improved students' grasp of core scientific principles.
Collaboration and Leadership:
Curriculum and Instruction:
Student Achievement and Engagement:
Affiliations
- Content Trainer and Scorer (Math and Science)
- New York City Teaching Fellows, Cohort 5
- Summer School Teacher since 2002 (Math, Science, ELA, Living Environment)
- Member of MOSL team (Measure of Student Learning)
- Member of Quality Review Team (QR)
- Collaborative Inquiry Team Member
- School Leadership Team Member (SLT)
- Teacher at Office of Basic Adult Education/ESL
- Member of Urban Advantage
- New York Junior Tennis League
- United Federation of Teachers (UFT)
- American Federation of Teachers (AFT)
- National Education Association (NEA)
- American Educator
- Trip Coordinator
Certification
- New York State (NYS) Building Leader Certificate (2015)
- NYS Generalist License (Grade 5- 9)
- NYS Permanent Certification in Biology (Grades 7-12)
- NYS Common Branch License (Grade K-6)
- Students With Disabilities ( License) Grades 7-12 ) -(Pending)
Timeline
Living Environment Teacher
East New York Family Academy (ENYFA 409K)
09.2018 - Current
Dean
Gateway Intermediate - I.S 364 (Grade 6-8)
09.2015 - 06.2018
Administrative Intern
Gateway Intermediate - I.S. 364 (Grades 6-8)
01.2014 - 06.2015
Teacher (Ages 17½ to 21)
Young Adult Borough Center (YABC)
01.2009 - 01.2011
Teacher (Grades 6-12)
Homebound Instruction, Brooklyn, NY
01.2005 - 09.2018
Lead Science Teacher
Gateway Intermediate - I.S 364 (Grade 6-8)
01.2005 - 01.2018
Science/Math Teacher
The Dumont School - PS/MS 174, Brooklyn, NY
01.2002 - 01.2005
Master of Science - Science Education
Brooklyn College
Bachelor of Science - Sports Medicine
Barry University
Advance Certificate - School Leadership
College of St Rose
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