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 guiding Los Angeles educators, leaders, and families, Tali Sherman translates human-centered science into transformative strategy. A UC Berkeley and UCLA graduate, her work bridges the gap between effort and impact through the principle of kavanah—the deliberate direction of heart and mind. Tali helps schools, businesses, and families turn routine engagement into sustainable, purpose-driven growth with lasting outcomes.
Corporate Consulting
Comprehensive Corporate Consulting
Bridging the gap between "knowing" and "showing"
Technical mastery doesn't automatically make someone a great instructor. Serving as the corporate "Trainer’s Teacher," Tali uses adult learning science to give managers the high-impact 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
Industry experts bring the "what"—Tali provides the "how." Grounded in adult learning principles, she gives subject-matter experts the instructional tools to turn complex knowledge into high-impact training. 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
Deep expertise doesn't automatically equal great instruction. I bridge the gap between knowing and showing—turning your top technical minds into high-impact educators.
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Maximizing Training ROI
Companies waste billions on training that is forgotten in 48 hours. I apply neuroscience to make learning stick, driving real retention and ROI.
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Engagement Over Resistance
Mandatory training often triggers apathy and multitasking. I teach trainers to disarm resistance and drive active engagement.
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Strategic Knowledge Sequencing
Experts often overwhelm audiences with dense information dumps. I show leaders how to sequence complex content so information is easily digestible and retrievable.
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High-EQ Facilitation
I equip leaders with behavioral science tools to read the room, build psychological safety, and re-engage disengaged participants.
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Custom Curriculum Architecture
Generic training templates miss your operational reality. I show internal teams how to design custom, high-impact learning pathways.
About
The Master Teacher Behind the Scenes
Most leaders master their field; few master how people learn. Tali Sherman bridges this gap. As a National Board Certified Teacher and expert in SEL and instructional design, she turns complex learning science into actionable strategy—ensuring training across schools and corporate teams isn't just delivered, but 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
Tali has recently been recognized as the 2026 CCEA Plus Exemplary Award recipient for outstanding innovation and commitment to student success in social and emotional learning for her work with SEL curriculum development and implementation.
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.
