Rafael Acosta
Dean of Bilingual Instruction at LEEP Dual Language Academy Charter School- Claim this Profile
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Spanish Professional working proficiency
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English Full professional proficiency
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Credentials
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Equity First: The Path to Inclusion and Belonging
LinkedInJul, 2022- Nov, 2024 -
Learning How to Increase Learner Engagement
LinkedInJul, 2022- Nov, 2024 -
How to Build Credibility as a Leader
LinkedInJun, 2022- Nov, 2024 -
Elementary Education K-6 Teacher
New Jersey Department of EducationJun, 2019- Nov, 2024
Experience
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LEEP Dual Language Academy Charter School
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United States
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Education Administration Programs
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1 - 100 Employee
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Dean of Bilingual Instruction
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Jul 2021 - Present
Academic Planning: Create & maintain data tracking systems for grade level instructional data via Illuminate platform, custom-made trackers, and Whetstone. Conduct deep analysis of data in order to lead effective analysis meetings based on daily student work samples. Coordinate and support the creation of master schedule each year. Build grade level/content area action plans and materials to address data; Monitor grade-level progress against assessment cycle benchmarks. Own curriculum and assessment work/review such as lesson planning process, assessment revisions, curriculum implementation and oversight of effectiveness using UbD curriculum structuring principles. Coordinate & facilitate assessment cycles including scheduling, quality assurance of assessment materials, and teacher/student preparation. plan and execute professional development throughout the school year based on school needs. Support the lesson planning process by providing weekly feedback to teachers on their lessons Identify key areas of focus in academic performance and recommend and implement solutions in a timely manner. Teacher Development: Observe, coach and mentor instructional staff to ensure that teaching is at all times intentional, engaging, and rigorous, and that teachers are creating a warm, structured, and responsive classroom culture. Provide bite-sized and actionable feedback to teachers. Conduct yearly formal teacher evaluations. Build professional relationships with teachers that support their development; Build a positive staff culture that is focused on student success and our core virtues. Family/Student Engagement: Reinforce positive student behavior and establish rapport with students. Assist in maintaining a safe, positive and orderly learning environment for staff and students. In partnership with school social worker, address the social-emotional needs of students through the use of research-based strategies. Show less
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North Star Academy Charter School of Newark
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United States
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Education Administration Programs
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100 - 200 Employee
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Dean of Curriculum & Instruction Fellow / Instructional Leader
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Jul 2016 - Jun 2021
Observe 4th grade teachers and conduct feedback/coaching sessions on a weekly basis for the purpose of providing constructive feedback and recommendations (team of 5 teachers). Review curriculum and assessments to ensure common core alignment of curriculum and rigorous content standards that drive student growth and promote college readiness. Foster a DDI culture among the grade level team, in which data is used to identify trends in assessment results, analyze student growth, including content mastery and skill gaps, and drive the continuation, modification, or addition of strategies to move students to higher levels of achievement. Facilitate small and large group discussions between and among the leadership team, and teachers on issues related to student learning. Collaborate with members of the instructional team and school leadership to conduct school-wide instructional needs assessments. In conjunction with leadership team, develop specific, measurable goals for the instructional team, and identify specific skills, strategies, and programmatic activities to support or extend school-wide learning. In conjunction with leadership team, coordinate grade level meetings and plan professional development sessions for the purpose of providing targeted support to teachers. Work with general and special education teachers to develop grade specific student interventions and modifications based on IEP goals and/or data trends. Show less
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University of Miami
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Graduate Advising & Records Coordinator-School of Architecture
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Dec 2014 - Jul 2016
- Recruitment Management to include generating, nurturing and retaining student leads - Assist 92 Graduate students with devising an Academic plan, providing support for academic success, and encouraging early career involvement and exploration - Assist faculty with student conflict and resolution strategies - Engaged with full student life-cycle at the University of Miami (pre-matriculation-enrollment-graduation) - Recruitment Management to include generating, nurturing and retaining student leads - Assist 92 Graduate students with devising an Academic plan, providing support for academic success, and encouraging early career involvement and exploration - Assist faculty with student conflict and resolution strategies - Engaged with full student life-cycle at the University of Miami (pre-matriculation-enrollment-graduation)
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Valencia College
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Academic Advisor
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Sep 2013 - Dec 2014
- Assist students in identifying their academic values and goals, consistent with their capabilities, interests, and educational backgrounds- Clarify academic policies, college regulations, program requirements, procedures, transfer requirements and transfer college information- Develop students to independently monitor their progress and achieve their educational and career goals- Promote and refer students to appropriate campus resources and services including Career Services, Financial Aid, Admissions and Records- Discuss academic performance most notably with students on academic warning, probation and suspension Show less
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Enrollment Services Advisor
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May 2013 - Sep 2013
- Assist students with completing and submitting requirements within the scope of enrollment including admissions, financial aid, assessment, registration, in order to guarantee successful transition to college- Advise students of Valencia's policies and procedures, departments roles and processing times- Review federal regulations and provide information to students pertaining to eligibility, and requirements needing to be satisfied to receive financial aid- Review student records through the college-wide Banner System including processed transcripts, residency documents, placement scores and course registration for accuracy and timely submission.- Resolve conflicts through meaningful conversations with current and prospective students- Assist with marketing and promotional campaigns developed to increase enrollment at Valencia College Show less
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Graduate Intern
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May 2013 - Aug 2013
- Assisted the Coordinator of Student Development with programming tasks and fundraising events college-wide- Tasked with the piloting of Involvement tracks at Lake Nona Campus aimed at assisting student in being successful in one of five tracks; Academic, leadership, Volunteerism, Health and Wellness, and Career coaching. - Created publication material, and advertising material for launch of involvement tracks Fall 2013- Assisted Student Development in Fundraising events such as the First Generation matching grant - Attended Budget Hearings for 2013-2014 academic year resource allocations. Show less
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Practicum Student- office of students with disabilities
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Jan 2013 - May 2013
- Provide support for Academic Adivsors and Assistive Technology Specialists- Transcribe textbooks to Alternative Text Format- Assist with student intake process - Provide academic advising to students with disabilities including, degree audits, registration, and discussing academic standing/ holds- Interpret diagnostician report and provide reasonable accommodations to registered students - Refer students to local physicians for diagnosis and mental health examinations
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Huntington Learning Center
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United States
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Education Management
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700 & Above Employee
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Subject Tutor
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Jan 2014 - Jul 2014
- Provide individual and small group tutoring to students in the Tutoring Center located in Dr. Phillips, FL - Assist students in improving academic achievement by meeting with them and clarifying learning problems and work on study skills - Supervise the engagement of students K-12 and provide guidance in appropriate use of learning center resources - Other assistance might include: reviewing class material, discussing the text, administering skill assessments, increasing vocabulary and reading comprehension skills, or working on solutions to problems Show less
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Nova Southeastern University
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Practicum Student
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Jul 2012 - Jan 2013
- Work with projects including New Student Orientation for the Orlando Student Education Center. - Facilitate various presentations including Technology use during orientation and a Blackboard presentation educating students about its use and features. - Provide support to the Asst. Director for Student Affairs Ms. Lorrenza Vandiver - Work with projects including New Student Orientation for the Orlando Student Education Center. - Facilitate various presentations including Technology use during orientation and a Blackboard presentation educating students about its use and features. - Provide support to the Asst. Director for Student Affairs Ms. Lorrenza Vandiver
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University of Florida
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Student Assistant
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Jan 2008 - Apr 2011
- Assist the Vice President for Student Affairs staff including Associate Vice President, Assistant Vice Presidents, Director of External Relations and administrative staff- Assist students who have questions or concerns about various topics within the college community- Provided administrative support to the VPSA staff including assisting the Director of External Relations in distributing pertinent university publications to students and their families and assisting the Associate Vice President in the student appeals process pertaining to conduct decisions - Drafted and revised executive correspondence and inter-departmental memorandums including writing donation letters for the Director of Florida Opportunity Scholarship and Student government Resolutions for the VPSA Show less
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Intern- Student Legal Services
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2010 - 2011
- Assisted Vice President and General Council with day to day function of Judicial affairs including processing claims, court documents and communicating pertinent information with students involved in conduct matters. - Conducted research on the use of tasers across three police departments in Alachua county; Gainesville Police Department, Alachua County Sherrif Department, and UF Police Department. - Investigated the wrongful use and extent of use of tasers as advised by the manufacturing companies and the negative implication on the human body caused by its wrongful use and deployment. - Assisted the vice general counsel in populating taser incidents in a functional spreadsheet accessible across the department. Show less
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Education
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2023 - 2023
University of Massachusetts Amherst
Postgraduate Degree, Project Management -
2016 - 2017
Relay Graduate School of Education
Alternate Route Program, Elementary Education and Teaching -
2011 - 2013
Nova Southeastern University
Master of Science (MS), College Student Affairs -
2007 - 2011
University of Florida
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Anthropology -
2022 -
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