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Raquel E. Tucker

Newport News,VA.

Summary

Versatile instructor with a MLIS (candidate) degree and a highly diverse teaching background. Excelled in high school classroom instruction, student and adult tutoring practices, and education delivery. Exceptional communications and adaptability skills enabled the achievement of positive outcomes. My vision is to utilize the skills mentioned above to empower personal improvement by providing information, training, and resources, as well as assisting individuals regardless of ability.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

FSA,ACT,& SAT Prep Reading Teacher

King H.S.
08.2018 - 05.2021

· Positive communication skills that have led to productive working relationships with students, parents, and staff

· Analyze school and district data to identify areas of need for staff and individual students

· Participate in school planning for quality and consistency in the implementation of assigned curriculum and programs

· Provide instructional support, technical assistance, and collaboration in cross-curriculum teams to improve student achievement

· Assist non-native speakers in achieving educational/career goals by providing instruction in English for Speakers of Other languages

· Assist with career and supported living planning, goal development, and personal transitional planning

· Provide a safe yet stimulating environment for all types of learners as well as adult learners from various cultures with enthusiasm, sharing American English and culture with the varied professional training and workshops

· Develop lectures, lesson plans, and special activities for students with academic challenges

· Identify individual student needs and developmental skills to accommodate different learning styles

College & Career Prep Reading Teacher

East Bay H.S.
08.2016 - 05.2018

Varying Exceptionalities Teacher-Reading (Fuse)

King H.S.
08.2013 - 05.2016
  • Assessed students' individual needs to prepare and implement individualized lesson plans to achieve school district's objectives.
  • Taught students according to individual intellectual, physical, emotional and psychological needs.
  • Submitted reports according to state and local educational agencies.
  • Developed differentiated lesson plans to address varying learning needs.
  • Maintained records and progress reports for each student in [Type] program.
  • Utilized positive reinforcement to promote student behavior conducive to learning.

Varying Exceptionalities Teacher-Reading/Career Planner

Leto H.S.
08.2009 - 05.2013

English as a Second Language (ESL) Teacher

Leto Adult Education
08.2010 - 05.2012

Varying Exceptionalities Teacher

Pizzo E. S.
08.2008 - 05.2009

Educable Mentally Handicap-Social Studies/Varying Exceptionalities Teacher-Reading/Career Planner

Hillsborough H.S.
08.2004 - 05.2008

Varying Exceptionalities Teacher

Ridgeway Community Special School
08.2003 - 07.2004

Emotional and Behavioral Disorders Teacher

Heritage H.S.
09.1998 - 06.2003

Substitute Teacher, K-12

Newport News/Hampton Public Schools
09.1996 - 06.1998
  • Followed classroom plans left by the class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
  • Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Repeatedly requested as a substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.

Education

MLIS - Library & Information Studies

Old Dominion University
Norfolk, VA
05.2024

MA - Special Education

Hampton University
Hampton, Virginia
05.1996

BS - Speech/Special Education

James Madison University
Harrisonburg, Virginia
05.1992

Life Coach -

Manifest Theological Institute
Tampa, FL
12.2020

Life Coaching & Leadership -

State, The Blend Academy
Tampa, FL
08.2020

English For Speakers of Other Languages - ESOL

Hillsborough County
Tampa, FL
07.2009

Reading Endorsement

Hillsborough County
Tampa, FL
07.2004

Skills

  • Positive communication
  • Analyze data
  • ELL Training/Support
  • Adult Learner's Training/Workshops
  • Planning events
  • Class Management
  • Diverse Learner Accommodation
  • Collaboration/Teamwork
  • Career/Supportive Living Planning
  • Promote Literacy
  • Interactive Media
  • Safe, Positive Learning Environment

Accomplishments

  • Mayor's Neighborhood University; Tampa,FL. Fall 2019
  • Florida High Impact Teacher, HCPS 2016-2017
  • ALA Girl State Counselor; People to People Youth Forum; People to People Youth Advocate; Uni-Town Workshop & Seminar; NCCJ Metro-town Youth Diversity Counselor; Alternative Education Seminar/ Re-Education Workshop, Veteran services, Relay for life, Breast Cancer, Daughters of Destiny, Mentor, Tutoring
  • Visiting International Faculty (VIF) Educator 2003-4
  • American Legion Auxiliary; Unit President, District Officer, and Girl State Orientation Representative
  • Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc.; Representative, Committee Chair, and Volunteer
  • National PanHellenic Council; Representative and Officer
  • Developed and Conducted Professional Development Workshops
  • Planned, Developed, and Coordinated Youth Diversity Conference
  • NAACP; Representative and Volunteer

Timeline

FSA,ACT,& SAT Prep Reading Teacher

King H.S.
08.2018 - 05.2021

College & Career Prep Reading Teacher

East Bay H.S.
08.2016 - 05.2018

Varying Exceptionalities Teacher-Reading (Fuse)

King H.S.
08.2013 - 05.2016

English as a Second Language (ESL) Teacher

Leto Adult Education
08.2010 - 05.2012

Varying Exceptionalities Teacher-Reading/Career Planner

Leto H.S.
08.2009 - 05.2013

Varying Exceptionalities Teacher

Pizzo E. S.
08.2008 - 05.2009

Educable Mentally Handicap-Social Studies/Varying Exceptionalities Teacher-Reading/Career Planner

Hillsborough H.S.
08.2004 - 05.2008

Varying Exceptionalities Teacher

Ridgeway Community Special School
08.2003 - 07.2004

Emotional and Behavioral Disorders Teacher

Heritage H.S.
09.1998 - 06.2003

Substitute Teacher, K-12

Newport News/Hampton Public Schools
09.1996 - 06.1998

MLIS - Library & Information Studies

Old Dominion University

MA - Special Education

Hampton University

BS - Speech/Special Education

James Madison University

Life Coach -

Manifest Theological Institute

Life Coaching & Leadership -

State, The Blend Academy

English For Speakers of Other Languages - ESOL

Hillsborough County

Reading Endorsement

Hillsborough County
Raquel E. Tucker