Craig Gordon
Oakley,CA
Summary
Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Oakley Unified School District, adept at fostering student engagement and building strong relationships. Skilled in classroom management and developing tailored IEPs, I consistently promote a positive learning environment, enhancing academic success for diverse learners through innovative instructional strategies.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Substitute Teacher
Swing Education
05.2025 - Current
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
Owner
Gordon & Gordon
07.2000 - Current
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
- Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
Long Term Special Education Teacher
Oakley Unified School District
11.2019 - 05.2025
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
Substitute Teacher
Mt Diablo Unified School District
11.1993 - 07.2000
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Political Science And Government
University of Texas At Austin
Austin, TX05-1986
Skills
- Classroom management
- Adaptable
- Relationship building and management
- Student engagement
Accomplishments
- Took all offered shifts to maintain coverage for students
- Completed extra training to further help students under care.
- Recognized by multiple schools as an excellent substitute.
Certification
- 30-Day Substitute Teaching Permit
- Teaching Permit for Statutory Leave
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
Swing Education
05.2025 - Current
Long Term Special Education Teacher
Oakley Unified School District
11.2019 - 05.2025
Owner
Gordon & Gordon
07.2000 - Current
Substitute Teacher
Mt Diablo Unified School District
11.1993 - 07.2000
Bachelor of Science - Political Science And Government
University of Texas At Austin
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