Joy Gordon
Santa Rosa,CA
Summary
Dedicated teaching assistant skilled in classroom management, individualized instruction, and lesson planning, fostering positive learning environments that drive student success.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher's Assistant
JX Wilson Elementary
Santa Rosa, California
2025.08 - Current
- Supported classroom management and engaged students in activities to enhance learning environment.
- Prepared instructional materials for lessons and educational activities.
- Supervised children and participated with children in activities.
- Fostered positive educational setting through gentle discipline and encouragement of student achievement.
- Coordinated student performances and enrichment activities to enrich learning experiences.
Teaching Asistant Special Education
Write Elementary School
Santa Rosa, California
2024.10 - 2025.06
- Assisted teachers in preparing lessons and organizing classrooms to enhance instructional effectiveness.
- Supported students in learning activities and provided individualized instruction to improve comprehension.
- Facilitated small group discussions to enhance student understanding.
- Collaborated with educators to implement educational strategies and plans.
- Helped create a positive classroom environment through engaging activities.
- Collaborated with teachers to generate materials, develop lesson plans, prepare classes, manage scheduling, distribute exams, and mentor students.
- Enforced rules for behavior and established expectations for student conduct in accordance with school guidelines.
Private Nanny
Care.com Inc
Santa Rosa, California
2022.10 - 2024.08
- Provided attentive care for children in a safe and nurturing environment.
- Developed engaging activities to promote children's physical and cognitive development.
- Managed daily schedules, including meal times, playtime, and rest periods.
- Applied consistent discipline techniques to foster positive behavior and encourage emotional development.
- Provided supervision and guidance to ensure safety of children in all situations.
- Assisted with bathing, dressing, teeth brushing, and diapering to ensure children's personal hygiene and promote healthy habits.
- Facilitated creative play through storytelling, games, and drawing to enhance children's imagination and social skills.
- Engaged with children on an individual basis to build positive, trusting relationships.
Teacher/Pod First Grade
Care.com Inc
Marin County
2021.09 - 2022.05
- Developed lesson plans for diverse student needs and learning styles.
- Assessed student performance through tests, quizzes and other assessments.
- Prepared and graded subject tests for students.
- Tutored students requiring extra help and gave additional practice work to help improve concept understanding.
- Scheduled tutoring sessions to help students improve grades and gain better grasp course material.
- Identified and documented learning achievements by reporting outcomes, performance information and program adjustments used to boost comprehension.
Special Education Teacher/Aid
Marin County Office Of Education
Marin County
2017.08 - 2020.08
- Developed individualized education plans, enhancing learning experiences for students with diverse needs.
- Delivered specialized instruction using adaptive technologies and resources effectively.
- Created a safe environment conducive to learning for special education students.
- Advocated for students with disabilities, ensuring access to necessary resources and support.
- Participated in professional development activities, refining teaching strategies to better serve special education students.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies
San Francisco State University
San Francisco, CA1995-06
Skills
- Classroom management
- Lesson planning
- Curriculum development
- Individualized instruction
- Special education
- Educational technology
- Small group instruction
- Tutoring students
- Behavior management
- Individual assistance
- Preparing instructional materials
- Time management
- Teacher collaboration
- Child development
- Adaptability to change
- CPR and first aid
Timeline
Teacher's Assistant
JX Wilson Elementary
2025.08 - Current
Teaching Asistant Special Education
Write Elementary School
2024.10 - 2025.06
Private Nanny
Care.com Inc
2022.10 - 2024.08
Teacher/Pod First Grade
Care.com Inc
2021.09 - 2022.05
Special Education Teacher/Aid
Marin County Office Of Education
2017.08 - 2020.08
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies
San Francisco State University