Tara Harding
Teacher - 9th & 10th Grade MYP Social Sciences at Lincoln High School- Claim this Profile
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German Elementary proficiency
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Spanish Limited working proficiency
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Credentials
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DP History training
International BaccalaureateJan, 2023- Nov, 2024 -
New York State Teaching License - 9-12 Social Studies
New York StateSep, 2005- Nov, 2024 -
Oregon State Teaching License - Social Studies PreK-12
State of OregonNov, 2016- Nov, 2024 -
New York State School Building Leader Certificate
New York StateSep, 2012- Nov, 2024
Experience
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Lincoln High School
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United States
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Education Administration Programs
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1 - 100 Employee
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Teacher - 9th & 10th Grade MYP Social Sciences
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Aug 2023 - Present
I'm so excited to announce that I will be returning to the classroom for the 2023-24 school year at Lincoln High School, here in Portland, Oregon. I'll be teaching 9th Grade US History: Ethnic Studies and 10th Grade Government/Economics. Lincoln has a well-established International Baccalaureate program and is currently seeking authorization to add the MYP program. I can't wait to get my IB on! I'm so excited to announce that I will be returning to the classroom for the 2023-24 school year at Lincoln High School, here in Portland, Oregon. I'll be teaching 9th Grade US History: Ethnic Studies and 10th Grade Government/Economics. Lincoln has a well-established International Baccalaureate program and is currently seeking authorization to add the MYP program. I can't wait to get my IB on!
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Portland Public Schools
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Primary and Secondary Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Instructional Coach - High School Social Sciences
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May 2022 - Aug 2023
- Coach Social Studies teachers, including those who are AP and IB, in classroom management, scaffolding for English Language Learners, Special Education, and Gifted, and creation of lesson plans and use of curriculum.- Develop and lead Professional Developments around AP, IB and AVID strategies to teachers throughout the district. Topics include Structured Student Talk, Culturally Sustaining Teaching, Project Based Learning, and Socratic Seminars. - Guide the High School Social Studies curriculum selection and adoption for the entire school district. Show less
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Instructional Coach & Exam Administrator - Advanced Placement & International Baccalaureate
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Dec 2016 - May 2022
- Lead full-staff Professional Development trainings related to assorted AVID strategies to schools throughout the city of Portland. Collaborate with School Leadership Teams to assess needs and develop a personalized presentation. Follow up as needed through individual teacher coaching and/or further Professional Development as needed.- Coach teachers in the creation of unit and lesson plans that incorporate IB and/or AVID strategies. - Present and articulate district policies of equity and alignment at schools, trainings, workshops and meetings.- Gather, analyze and present data regarding current status of relevant programs throughout PPS in order to improve equitable access to and success in these classes. Conduct information gathering visits with and observations of each PPS High School and synthesize this data into actionable goals.- Collaborate with and provide expertise in AVID, AP and IB for other PPS departments throughout the Office of Teaching and Learning. Work frequently with Talented and Gifted, English Language and Science Departments, as well as with the Department of College and Career Readiness. - Improve communication with staff, families and community through updating and creating websites aimed specifically at families. Created an internal website for AVID teachers allowing for increased community building and the sharing of resources and strategies.- Synthesize and provide each high school with specific data regarding equity in AP and IB for use by school counselors and administrators in increasing equitable participation of Students of Color. Show less
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NYC Museum School
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United States
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Global Studies Teacher
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Sep 2012 - Jun 2016
- Taught Global Studies to grades 9 and 10 with a focus on rigor and college preparation through the biweekly composition of argumentative and informative essays supported by daily writing tasks. Incorporated frequent analysis of primary and secondary documents found in college texts in order to support engaging Common Core based lessons. Developed and implemented research projects aimed at improving students’ abilities to utilize technology and research databases. - Taught a thematic Humanities module that explored the causes and legacy of European Imperialism in Africa, Asia and Latin America. Developed curriculum that allowed students to independently explore the content through novel studies, project-based learning and weekly trips to NYC Museums and other NYC landmarks. Show less
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Brooklyn School for Global Studies
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United States
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Master Teacher - Social Studies
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Sep 2011 - Jun 2012
-Taught American History to grades 7 and 8 and Participation in Government to grade 12. Led high school seniors through writing and presentation of the Government Roundtable paper, a graduation requirement for Consortium schools. Planned and co-taught regularly with Collaborative Team Teachers for both 7th and 8th grade classes. Devised lessons, units and activities that promoted literacy and a passion for learning in all students. -Supervised grades 6 through 12 of the History Department at a Transformation School. Assisted teachers with developing rigorous curriculums that adhered to both Common Core Learning Standards and the New York State Scope and Sequence. Focused on the Danielson Rubric in order to coach teachers in classroom management and in developing lesson plans that reached a wide range of learning styles and needs. Trained teachers in strategies for building literacy in Social Studies. Lead school-wide Professional Development sessions around the use of online databases, Skedula and Datacation. Show less
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Brooklyn Preparatory High School
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United States
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1 - 100 Employee
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High School Social Studies Teacher
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Jul 2005 - Aug 2011
- Taught Advanced Placement and regular United States History. Focused on developing independence and college readiness through the Habits of Mind. Encouraged students to develop strong theses and to use evidence in support of their positions. Promoted literacy and questioning skills through analysis of primary documents and composition of historical narratives, essays and thesis papers. Educated with an emphasis on empathy, cultural awareness and an appreciation of diversity. - Served in multiple leadership roles, including Grade Team Leader, Credit Recovery Administrator, School Leadership Team, and Assistant Dean. Show less
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Middle School 136 Charles O'Dewey
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Brooklyn, New York, United States
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Middle School Teacher - Social Studies
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Jul 2002 - Aug 2005
- Taught 6th Grade Ancient Civilizations, 7th Grade early US History and 8th Grade US History. - Collaborated with other teachers throughout Brooklyn to develop a shared middle school curriculum. - Lead teacher trainings around technological tools and streaming videos. - Taught 6th Grade Ancient Civilizations, 7th Grade early US History and 8th Grade US History. - Collaborated with other teachers throughout Brooklyn to develop a shared middle school curriculum. - Lead teacher trainings around technological tools and streaming videos.
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Education
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2007 - 2009
Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts
Leadership Certification, Educational Leadership and Administration, General -
2002 - 2005
Brooklyn College
Master of Education - MEd, Social Studies Teacher Education -
1994 - 1998
University of Arizona
Bachelor of Arts - BA, History & Anthropology
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