Intentional teaching. Engaging learners. Lasting impact.
Intentional teaching. Engaging learners. Lasting impact.
Meet Tali Sherman, M.Ed.
National Board Certified Teacher | SEL Expert | Curriculum Developer |
Professional Development Facilitator
With over 20 years of experience navigating the diverse educational and professional landscape of Los Angeles, Tali Sherman translates the science of human-centered teaching into transformative strategies. A graduate of UC Berkeley and UCLA, her expertise is rooted in the conviction that emotional intelligence (EQ) is an essential foundation for both academic learning and professional growth.
Rooted in the concept of kavanah—“the deliberate and intentional direction of the heart and mind”—Tali’s work is driven by a singular purpose: bridging the gap between effort and impact. Whether in a classroom, a corporate boardroom, or a family home, she recognizes that true learning and growth only occur when instruction is meaningful and purpose-driven.
Through the lens of kavanah, Tali guides schools, businesses, organizations, and families to move beyond surface-level engagement. She transforms routine interactions into sustainable frameworks, ensuring that outcomes are not only measurable but deeply impactful and lasting.
Corporate Consulting
Comprehensive Corporate Consulting
Bridging the gap between "knowing" and "showing"
Many managers have achieved mastery in their technical fields and are now ready to bridge the gap into the art of instruction. While subject-matter expertise is the starting point, the ability to effectively transfer that knowledge is a distinct skill set.
Tali serves as the "Trainer’s Teacher" for the corporate sector. Using her deep background in andragogy (adult learning theory), she equips managers and trainers with the instructional tools they need to:
✓ Move beyond "information dumps" to active, sticky learning.
✓ Master the art of facilitation and engagement.
✓ Build a culture of psychological safety and purpose-driven growth.
For Corporations & Organizations
Train the Trainer: The Science of Instruction
Tali empowers subject matter experts to transform their deep content knowledge into impactful learning experiences by mastering pedagogy—the science and craft of effective instruction. While industry experts provide the "what," Tali provides the "how." By applying andragogy (the specific science of how adults learn), she helps trainers complement their expertise with specialized tools designed for the modern workplace. By teaching the science of how the brain retains information, Tali ensures your internal training is not just delivered, but is engaging, retrievable, and results-driven.
Why Effective Instruction Matters in Business
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The "Expert's Dilemma" Bridge
Your subject matter experts are brilliant, but being an expert in a field doesn't make one an expert in teaching it. I bridge the gap between "knowing" and "showing," turning technical experts into high-impact educators.
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Maximizing Training ROI
Companies waste billions on training that employees forget within 48 hours. I apply the science of how the adult brain learns (andragogy) to ensure your training "sticks," leading to better retention and immediate application.
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Engagement Beyond Powerpoint
I move trainers away from "death by slides" and toward active learning strategies. By incorporating SEL principles, I teach your trainers how to read a room, manage group energy, and handle difficult participants with high EQ.
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Customized Learning Architecture
I teach leaders how to structure information. We look at the "scaffolding" of their content to ensure it's accessible to learners of all levels and backgrounds.
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Curriculum Architecture
Designing transformative content that bridges the gap between technical information and adult learner engagement.
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AI Literacy
I move your team beyond mere "tool use" to AI Literacy—the critical ability to evaluate, ethically navigate, and strategically integrate AI into the workflow while maintaining human agency.
About
The Master Teacher Behind the Scenes
Most leaders are experts in their field, but few are experts in the science of how people learn. Tali Sherman bridges this gap.
With decades of experience and as a National Board Certified Teacher, instructional coach, curriculum developer, and professional development facilitator, Tali is a leading expert in Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) and purpose-driven instruction.
Tali translates the complex "how-to" of teaching and learning into high-impact strategies for both schools and the corporate world. Whether she is building social and emotional intelligence in students or teaching executives how to effectively train their teams, Tali's work ensures that knowledge isn't just shared-it's mastered.
Why Partner with Tali?
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Proven Expertise
A veteran educator and advocate who has trained leaders, educators, and mental health professionals across the state.
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Human-Centered Approach
Holds an M.Ed. from UCLA's top-ranked School of Education with an emphasis on Social Justice.
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Beyond Theory to Mastery
Provides learners with cognitive tools and instructional frameworks to move past passive listening into active acquisition.
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Real-World Application
Ensures every participant—whether in a classroom or workshop—doesn't just hear the material, but truly masters and applies it.
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National Board Certified Teacher
Holding the highest professional mark in the teaching profession.
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UC Berkeley & UCLA
M.Ed. from UCLA with emphasis on Social Justice; B.A. from UC Berkeley (Phi Beta Kappa).
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SEL Expert
Leading expert in Social and Emotional Learning and purpose-driven instruction.
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20+ Years Experience
Veteran educator who has trained leaders, educators, and mental health professionals statewide.
The Problem
Valuable expertise becomes diluted or lost when delivered without a structured instructional framework.
The Solution
20+ years of instructional experience applied to your existing content for maximum impact.
The Outcome
Confident internal trainers, engaged employees, and measurable skill growth.
Educational Consulting
Comprehensive Educational Consulting
"Social and Emotional Learning isn't just a curriculum—it's the vehicle through which students find their voice, their purpose, and their path to a stable future."
— Tali Sherman, M.Ed.
For Schools & Educators
Social and Emotional Learning with Substance
Tali partners with K-12 institutions to move Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) from a concept to a culture. She guides schools to move past surface-level SEL instruction to create a deeply rooted curriculum that is grounded equally in academic rigor and SEL implementation.
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Professional Development
Custom workshops for schools and companies looking to integrate SEL into organizations, rather than just as an "add-on" program on topics ranging from conflict resolution, mindset development, and sustainable cultural shifts.
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Curriculum Development
Designing transformative, culturally responsive SEL content that meets the needs of modern, diverse student populations.
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Instructional Coaching
Empowering educators to lead with empathy and manage classrooms through a trauma-informed, growth-oriented lens.
For Parents & Students
Real-World Readiness
Success in school and life requires more than just high IQ; it requires the ability to manage oneself. Tali provides targeted support to help students transition from being "managed" by adults to becoming self-sufficient individuals.
The Impact of Intentional Real-World Readiness Instruction
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Executive Functioning
Mastering the "how" of learning—organization, planning, focus, memory, time management, problem solving, and emotional control.
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Financial Literacy
Building a practical foundation for real-world independence teaching students how to manage money, understand credit, and plan for the future.
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AI Literacy vs. AI Use
Shifting students from "tool use" to AI Literacy—the ability to critically evaluate and ethically direct technology while maintaining human agency.
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Applicable Life Skills
Essential coaching to prepare students for a successful transition from the classroom to adulthood.
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Emotional Intelligence (EQ) Coaching
Moving beyond "feelings" to functional skills. Tali helps students build the internal toolkit necessary for self-regulation, high-stakes decision-making, and the social fluency required to navigate complex adult environments.
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SEL for Personal Agency
Shifting the student from a passive learner to an active leader of their own life. This consulting focuses on developing the resilience to face setbacks and the self-awareness to align their actions with their long-term goals.
When schools and parents invest in SEL, the results are measurable:
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Elevated Academic Performance
Students who can regulate stress and maintain focus learn more effectively.
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Positive Behavior & Wellness
Significant reductions in disciplinary issues and marked improvements in student mental health.
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Future Readiness
Mastery of the "soft skills"—such as empathy, collaboration, and resilience—that top employers and universities demand.
Ready to bridge the gap?
Growth isn't accidental—it's intentional. I work alongside parents, schools, and corporate leaders to build the frameworks necessary for lasting achievement. Contact me today and discover how intentional instruction leads to measurable growth.
