AJANI EDWARDS
Brooklyn,USA
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate NYC Department of Education-certified educator with a decade of experience teaching mathematics in junior high special education settings. Demonstrated ability to tailor instruction to individual IEP goals, cultivate inclusive and supportive classroom environments, and enhance student achievement through strategic, data-informed teaching practices. Tenured and recognized for commitment to academic excellence, parent engagement, and professional growth.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Basketball Coach
Madiba Prep Middle School
Brooklyn, USA
10.2018 - Current
- Coached middle school boys’ basketball team, fostering athletic development, teamwork, and sportsmanship.
- Designed and led practices focused on skill development, strategy, and physical conditioning.
- Managed game-day operations, including play-calling, substitutions, and team motivation.
- Promoted academic accountability, encouraging student-athletes to maintain strong performance in both athletics and academics.
- Collaborated with parents, school staff, and athletic directors to support student-athletes’ overall growth.
- Led team to [e.g., playoff appearances, tournament wins, or notable achievements]
- Recognized by administration for excellence in classroom management and academic gains.
- Played a pivotal role in improving school’s special education compliance rating through thorough documentation and team collaboration.
Special Education Math Teacher
NYC Department of Education
Brooklyn, USA
09.2015 - Current
- Delivered mathematics instruction in both self-contained and ICT settings, aligned with NYS Common Core Learning Standards.
- Developed and implemented individualized education programs (IEPs) in collaboration with service providers, paraprofessionals, and families to support students’ academic and behavioral development.
- Contributed to school-wide academic improvement efforts by analyzing student performance data and helping design targeted intervention plans in mathematics.
- Consistently utilized assistive technologies and applied culturally responsive pedagogy to engage and support a diverse student population.
Education
Master of Science - Special Education (Grades 7–12)
Long Island College University
Brooklyn, NY05.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Mathematics
Purchase College
Purchase, NYSkills
- Team leadership and motivation
- Athletic program development
- Time management and discipline
- Student engagement through sports
- Conflict resolution and positive reinforcement
- Collaboration with school stakeholders
- CPR/First Aid certified
Certification
- New York State Professional Certification – Mathematics (Grades 7–12)
- New York State Professional Certification – Students with Disabilities (Grades 7–12)
- Tenured Teacher – NYC Department of Education
Technology Tools
- Google Classroom
- IReady
- IEP+
- STARS Classroom
- Microsoft Teams
- SMART Board Technology
- DeltaMath
- Desmos
- Nearpod
- Assistive Tech Tools (e.g., Read&Write, Co:Writer)
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Basketball Coach
Madiba Prep Middle School
10.2018 - Current
Special Education Math Teacher
NYC Department of Education
09.2015 - Current
Master of Science - Special Education (Grades 7–12)
Long Island College University
Bachelor of Arts - Mathematics
Purchase College
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