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Raquel Wells

Upper Darby,PA

Summary

Student Support Specialist with expertise in creating individualized learning plans and building strong student relationships. Proficient in workshop facilitation and career program development, providing tailored support that enhances academic and personal success. Experienced in IEPs, reevaluation evaluations, progress monitoring, functional behavior assessments, and 504 plans.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Student Support Specialist

Imhotep Charter High School
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
09.2023 - 08.2025
  • Assisted students with academic resources and support services.
  • Maintained student records and documentation for accurate reporting.
  • Collaborated with faculty to address student needs and concerns.
  • Coordinated parent-teacher conferences to discuss the progress of individual students.
  • Responded promptly to emails or phone calls from concerned parents or guardians.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities relevant to the position.
  • Developed and implemented individualized learning plans for students with special needs.
  • Maintained consistent and timely contact with parents about student behavior and upcoming events.

Career Development Coordinator

Prep Charter High School
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
01.2021 - 08.2023
  • Developed career programs to support student job readiness and skill development.
  • Coordinated workshops on resume writing and interview preparation for students.
  • Collaborated with local businesses to create internship opportunities for students.
  • Assessed student interests and skills to recommend suitable career paths.
  • Maintained up-to-date resources on job market trends and educational pathways.
  • Delivered presentations on topics related to career exploration, resume writing, interviewing techniques.
  • Collaborated with student affairs staff members on initiatives aimed at promoting college success through meaningful employment.

Teacher's Assistant

Elwyn
Media, Pennsylvania
03.2017 - 01.2021
  • Assisted teachers in implementing individualized education plans for students.
  • Supported classroom management by supervising student activities and behavior.
  • Conducted small group instruction to reinforce learning concepts and skills.
  • Maintained a safe and inclusive classroom environment for diverse learners.
  • Supervised children and participated with children in activities.
  • Established positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers and school administrators.
  • Prepared lesson materials, bulletin board displays, exhibits, and demonstrations to assist teachers in classroom preparation.
  • Helped teachers with material generation, lesson plan development, class preparation, scheduling, exam distribution and student mentoring.

Education

Associate of Applied Science -

Delaware County Community College
Media, PA
08-2015

Skills

  • Student assessment
  • Academic resource management
  • Individualized learning plans
  • Workshop facilitation
  • Career program development
  • Educational program coordination
  • Relationship building
  • Conflict resolution
  • Problem solving
  • Teamwork orientation
  • Special education
  • Verbal and nonverbal communication
  • Individual education plans ieps
  • Progress evaluations
  • Data collection
  • Emotional support
  • Functional behavior assessment
  • Parent communication
  • Autism spectrum
  • Head teacher support

Accomplishments

I received a certificate for being the best Career Development Teacher and my student gave me an award for being the best dressed, teacher. Showing them the appropriate dress attire for a professional work setting. I also receive a certificate best student support specialist by my supervisor.

Certification

  • Cosmetology Licenses
  • Mortuary Certificate
  • Over 500 Professional Development Hours

Timeline

Student Support Specialist

Imhotep Charter High School
09.2023 - 08.2025

Career Development Coordinator

Prep Charter High School
01.2021 - 08.2023

Teacher's Assistant

Elwyn
03.2017 - 01.2021

Associate of Applied Science -

Delaware County Community College

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