Tracey L. Gordon
Memphis,TN
Summary
Passionate individual with experience in helping students of all abilities reach educational goals. Proven ability to create a positive and encouraging learning environment to value individual differences. Committed to helping special education students overcome challenges and build self-confidence.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Memphis City Schools
Memphis, TN
09.2023 - Current
- 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.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
Special Education Teacher
Compass Community School-Midtown
Memphis, TN
07.2020 - 09.2023
- Instruct special education students, according to their IEPs, with purpose, clarity, and urgency
- Oversee progress monitoring to ensure that special education student needs are being met
- Coordinate the Response to Intervention program and monitor special education students’ academic progress
- Carefully implement all matters pertaining to compliance with local, state, and federal laws and regulations
- Ensure student records are carefully maintained and that all timelines are adhered to regarding student evaluations
- Serve as the school’s liaison in matters pertaining to special education
- Communicate regularly with families as partners in the education of their children
Special Education Teacher
DuBois Elementary School of Arts and Technology
Memphis, TN
07.2018 - 05.2019
- Identified the educational needs of each child to provide individualized learning plans
- Prepared progress reports and established individual learning goals
- Complied with state and federal guidelines pertaining to special education
- Established effective communications with parents and address any concerns
- Demonstrated knowledge of the IEP process and exhibited evidence of preparation for conferences
- Planned and created grouping for Response to Intervention instructions
- Chairperson on the Student Attendance Review Team (SART)
- Supported Parent by training them on how to develop strategies and create the necessary conditions to support positive school attendance
- Chairperson on the Student Attendance Review Board (SARB)
- Developed and implemented intervention strategies in order to interrupt negative attendance patterns and reduce chronic absenteeism
- Provided support to habitually-truant students and families
- Conducted SARB hearings and reviews that are culturally-sensitive to student and family conditions
Special Education Teacher
Memphis Academy of Health Sciences
Memphis, TN
12.2014 - 05.2018
- Identified the educational needs of each child to provide individualized learning plans
- Prepared periodic progress reports and established individual learning goals
- Complied with state and federal guidelines pertaining to special education
- Established effective communications with parents and addressed any concerns
- Demonstrated knowledge of the IEP process and exhibits evidence of preparation for the conference
Special Education Teacher
Blytheville School District
Blytheville, AR
08.2013 - 06.2014
- Developed and implemented Individualized Educational Plans with measurable goals for exceptional students
- Collaborated, planned, delivered, and evaluated instruction based on the student's individual needs
- Communicated frequently with parents, providing updates on their child’s academic and behavioral progress
- Teached social studies and literature based on school expectations, through project-based learning
Education
Masters of Education - Special Education, Moderate Disabilities
Cambridge College
Memphis, TN01.2013
B.A. - Consumer Science and Education, Fashion Merchandising, Marketing
The University of Memphis
Memphis, TN05.2006
Skills
- Student Records Management
- Building Relationships
- Adaptability
- Reliability
- Life Skills Instruction
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Memphis City Schools
09.2023 - Current
Special Education Teacher
Compass Community School-Midtown
07.2020 - 09.2023
Special Education Teacher
DuBois Elementary School of Arts and Technology
07.2018 - 05.2019
Special Education Teacher
Memphis Academy of Health Sciences
12.2014 - 05.2018
Special Education Teacher
Blytheville School District
08.2013 - 06.2014
Masters of Education - Special Education, Moderate Disabilities
Cambridge College
B.A. - Consumer Science and Education, Fashion Merchandising, Marketing
The University of Memphis
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