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Tamara Jordan

Education Speciaist
Ontario,CA

Summary

Versatile Education Specialist Teacher with focus on individual student needs across academia and emotional development. Empathetic and accommodating in design and implementation of hands-on lessons, curriculum development, and lesson plan implementation catering to diverse learning abilities. Proficient in employing constant communication, patience and positive reinforcement in team efforts to deliver exceptional educational tools, fostering academic achievement. Integrates educational technology to drive retention, comprehension and participation. Accomplished in building trust and meaningful relationships between students, parents, and administrators. Thrives in fast-paced, diverse, and collaborative environments.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Education Specialist, C.O.O.L Program

Larchmont Charter School
08.2021 - Current
  • Design and present instruction with clear and logical structure.
  • Wrote reasonably calculated, legally defensible IEP's aligned to state standards.
  • Monitored Edgenuity learning and comprehension progress of students by utilizing data to coordinate support and services for each student.
  • Interfaced with teachers, psychologists, specialists, etc.
  • Administered assessments and used results to facilitate student learning.
  • Trained and provided work direction and guidance to instructional aide.
  • Maintained confidentiality, exercised initiative, and possessed good judgement.
  • Evaluated student work using formative assessments and provided constructive feedback, promoting continuous improvement in academic performance.
  • Provided individualized support for students, adapting instructional approaches to meet their unique learning requirements.
  • Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional and social growth.
  • Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
  • Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
  • Conducted conferences with parents and students via Zoom to review progress and adjust academic plans as necessary.

Education Specialist

Larchmont Charter School
08.2013 - 06.2021
  • Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
  • Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
  • Helped students develop important learning skills and good study habits useful in trade school or college education.
  • Led interesting and diverse group activities to engage students in course material.
  • Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
  • Established appropriate deadlines and provided complete instructions for reading assignments and homework.
  • Kept classroom organized, clean, and safe for all students and visitors.
  • Completed in-service and additional training to maintain professional growth.
  • Planned coursework to introduce students to important literature.
  • Developed curriculum materials that aligned with state standards, ensuring comprehensive coverage of required content.
  • Enhanced students'' critical thinking skills by integrating problem-solving tasks and real-world applications into lessons.
  • Mentored new teachers in effective instructional strategies, contributing to a supportive professional community within the school.
  • Implemented data-driven instruction by regularly assessing student progress and adjusting lesson plans accordingly.
  • Collaborated with other teachers to share best practices and implement effective teaching strategies across the school.
  • Increased parent involvement through regular communication about student progress and collaborative goal-setting for academic success.
  • Utilized differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning styles within the classroom.
  • Assessed individual student needs to create lesson plans addressing academic strengths and interests of students, while fostering development, and growth.
  • Provided individualized support for students with special needs, adapting instructional approaches to meet their unique learning requirements.

Elementary School Support/Special Education Co-Teacher

Azusa Unified School District
08.2012 - 01.2013
  • Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
  • Maintained student portfolios to monitor learning progress and completion of work required for promotion to next grade level.
  • Worked one-on-one with students to determine strengths, weaknesses and learning patterns.
  • Included multicultural awareness in class discussions to meet state standards.
  • Assessed student learning progress and comprehension with routine tests and standardized examinations.
  • Boosted individual perseverance and resilience by setting challenging goals and providing realistic support.
  • Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
  • Prepared materials for lessons, assignments and assessments and evaluated, corrected and graded student performance to identify gaps in skills or knowledge and set realistic goals.
  • Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking and communication.
  • Communicated student progress, academic difficulties or behavioral concerns to parents, guardians and administration using tact and professionalism to improve student academic performance.
  • Monitored student performance to evaluate effectiveness of instructional strategies.
  • Helped students with special needs integrate into general classroom environments by advocating for individual requirements and helping teachers solve problems.
  • Implemented behavior modification techniques to improve student social and academic performance.
  • Facilitated small group instruction to address individual learning needs.
  • Planned daily activities to keep students engaged and on track with learning goals.
  • Utilized technology to create meaningful lessons that engage students.
  • Developed and implemented behavior management plans to improve student behavior.

Education

Master of Arts - Special Education

California State Polytechnic University
Pomona, CA

Bachelor of Arts - Communications

California State University of Fullerton
Fullerton, CA

Skills

  • Professionalism
  • Adaptability
  • Flexibility
  • Communication skills
  • Time management
  • Digital literacy
  • Curriculum coordination
  • Team leadership
  • Teamwork
  • Classroom management
  • Work ethic
  • Case management
  • Online Teaching
  • Group and individual instruction
  • Self Motivation
  • Co-Teaching and Co-Planning

Timeline

Education Specialist, C.O.O.L Program

Larchmont Charter School
08.2021 - Current

Education Specialist

Larchmont Charter School
08.2013 - 06.2021

Elementary School Support/Special Education Co-Teacher

Azusa Unified School District
08.2012 - 01.2013

Master of Arts - Special Education

California State Polytechnic University

Bachelor of Arts - Communications

California State University of Fullerton

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