Tara Gordon
Studio City
Summary
Energetic educator driven to continue to learn and grow professionally. Understands and implements new technologies and teaching strategies. Excellent at working with different learning styles and play based learning.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
First Grade Teacher
Citizens of The World Charter School West Valley
Winnetka, CA
08.2025 - Current
- Designed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment conducive to learning and growth.
- Supported the diverse learning needs of 20+ students with IEPs and 504 plans
- Supported diverse learners through tailored interventions and differentiated instruction.
Middle School Humanities Teacher
Emek Hebrew Academy
Sherman Oaks, CA
11.2024 - Current
- Analyzed assessment and IEP data to create and adapted curriculum to support the needs of each student.
- Provided quality and differentiated History and ELA instruction to heavily academic and behaviorally impacted students.
- Integrated the use of technology and hands on activities to provide support and engagement during each lesson and consistent communication.
First Grade Secular Studies Teacher
Emek Hebrew Academy
Sherman Oaks, CA
08.2022 - Current
- Delivered targeted instruction in Fundations, Math in Focus, Foss Science, and Readers and Writers Workshop, achieving 80% student mastery of state learning standards.
- Created innovated and engaging lesson plans based on the needs and interests of students.
- Analyzed assessment data and student progress to create differentiated whole and small group lesson plans for two classes of 20-27 students.
- Collaborated with colleagues across all content areas and grade levels to adopt additional teaching methodologies and strategies.
- Communicated with parents, administrators, and counselors to resolve student behavioral and academic issues.
Tutor
Tara Gordon Tutoring
Los Angeles, CA
08.2020 - Current
- Provided personalized English and Math tutoring sessions to help students improve their reading, writing, and computational skills resulting in grade improvements.
- Documented student growth and mastery of skills and sharing information with students, parents, and teachers.
- Experienced in providing quality standardized Test Prep for ISEE, HSPT and PSAT.
Second Grade Homeroom Teacher
New Horizon School Westside
Los Angeles, CA
08.2021 - 06.2022
- Provided quality instruction of Horizons, Math in Focus, Foss Science, and HMH Social Studies to reach state academic standards.
- Created innovated and engaging lesson plans based on student's needs and interests.
- Provided strong communication between parents and administration.
- Analyzed assessment data per individual student to create IEPs and provide each student with an individual learning path.
Education
Masters and Credential - Elementary Education
Western Governors University
Millcreek, Utah01-2024
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Film and Animation
Rochester Institute of Technology
Rochester, NY05-2018
Skills
- Software: Microsoft Office Suite, Google Classroom, Adobe Cloud, Zoom, Renweb, Clever, IXL, Foss Science, HMH ED My Friend, HMH Waggle, Prodigy, Parent Locker
- Hardware: Smartboard, I-pad/Chromebook, Sewing machine
- Other: California Drivers license, American Sign Language, Red Cross Certified in First Aid and Water Safety, hand sewing, percussion/theatre, Animation, gardening
- Classroom management
- Phonics instruction
- Parent-teacher communication
- Play-based learning
Timeline
First Grade Teacher
Citizens of The World Charter School West Valley
08.2025 - Current
Middle School Humanities Teacher
Emek Hebrew Academy
11.2024 - Current
First Grade Secular Studies Teacher
Emek Hebrew Academy
08.2022 - Current
Second Grade Homeroom Teacher
New Horizon School Westside
08.2021 - 06.2022
Tutor
Tara Gordon Tutoring
08.2020 - Current
Masters and Credential - Elementary Education
Western Governors University
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Film and Animation
Rochester Institute of Technology