Ajmaani O. Whitter
Jersey City
Summary
Energetic and passionate individual with strong commitment to social justice and community engagement within the Black community. Possesses foundational knowledge in advocacy strategies and grassroots organizing, with skills in communication and public speaking. Driven to create meaningful change and positively impact in all communities, further fostering solidarity and unity.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Sunshine Developmental School
New York, NY
09.2024 - Current
- Developed individualized education plans tailored to each student's unique learning needs.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to promote positive classroom environments.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to assess and address student progress effectively.
- Utilized assistive technology to enhance learning experiences for students with disabilities.
- Utilized assessment tools to evaluate student progress and adapt instruction.
- Facilitated inclusive classroom activities to promote social skills and teamwork.
- Works day to day with children ages 3-5 in an inclusive classroom of 15 children.
2025 Corps Member
Teach For America
New York, NY, USA
06.2025 - Current
- Developing the skills and knowledge to lead rigorous, supportive, and inclusive classrooms, including instructional design, trauma-informed practice, social-emotional learning, and supervised summer school teaching in Teach For America partner schools.
- Engaging in over 100 hours of professional development, including coaching and observation, coursework and seminars in instructional planning, classroom management, learning theory, literacy, and diversity.
- Pursuing MAT/MEd and Transitional B certification through Relay Graduate School of Education.
Campus Ambassador
Teach For America
Greencastle, IN, USA
08.2024 - 05.2025
- Played a pivotal role in identifying and recruiting future leaders poised to influence the nation's political, economic, and social landscape.
- Strengthened Teach For America's campus presence and brand by organizing marketing initiatives, awareness events, and engaging competitive student leaders as potential candidates for the Teach For America corps.
- Cultivated student support and amplified engagement with Teach For America’s mission through targeted outreach and advocacy efforts.
- Built relationships with student organizations to expand outreach efforts and partnerships.
- Mentored peers on leadership development and advocacy within the educational landscape.
- Played a key role in the implementation of new initiatives aimed at enhancing the overall college experience for students by serving on various planning committees and task forces.
- Worked closely with a group of 5-10 undergraduate students to support their application process under the Ignite Fellowship and the Corp processes.
First Year Residential Assistant (FYRA)
DePauw University Housing and Residence Life (HRL)
Greencastle, IN, USA
04.2024 - 05.2025
- Supporting and mentoring a community of over 200 first-year students by fostering an inclusive and welcoming living environment.
- Planning and facilitating educational and social programs, enforcing campus policies, and providing peer support to promote academic and personal growth.
- Conducted regular inspections of facilities, ensuring compliance with safety and maintenance standards.
- Collaborated with campus resources to provide residents access to academic support services.
- Assisted in crisis management situations, providing guidance and support to affected individuals.
- Developed and implemented educational programs enhancing resident engagement and personal development designed for 30-50 first-year residents.
Collective Rising Reproductive Intern
Collective Power for Reproductive Justice
Remote
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Collaborated with Yemi Combahee to organize virtual events aimed at educating the community about the implications of the upcoming election, while also creating impactful one-page resources promoting solidarity with Palestine, Sudan, and Congo.
- Engaged over 600 individuals through phone banking in a 10-week period, driving attendance to Black Feminist Future (BFF) events that celebrated Black unity and love.
- Assisted in organizing community engagement events to promote reproductive justice initiatives.
- Conducted research on policy impacts related to reproductive health access and equity.
- Collaborated with team members to develop educational materials for outreach programs.
- Gained valuable experience working within a specific industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
Education
Master of Arts - DUAL ECE - Special Ed & General ED
RELAY GSE
New York, NY05-2027
Skills
- Microsoft Office Applications
- Google Suite Applications
- Slack
- Asana
- Fast typing speed
- Work independently
- Proofreading & editing
- Data entry
- Issue awareness
- Advocacy background
- Mobilization support
- Outreach management
- Problem-solving
Certification
Microsoft PowerPoint Skill Assessment, LinkedIn, 2023
Leadership Experience
First Year Residential Assistant (FYRA), DePauw University Housing and Residence Life (HRL), Greencastle, IN, 2024-04-01, 2025-05-01, Supporting and mentoring a community of over 200 first-year students by fostering an inclusive and welcoming living environment., Planning and facilitating educational and social programs, enforcing campus policies, and providing peer support to promote academic and personal growth.
Center of Equity and Inclusion (CDI) Strength & Resilience Award 2025 Recipient
"The CDI Strength and Resilience Award at DePauw University, presented by the Center for Diversity & Inclusion (CDI), honors students or groups who demonstrate exceptional perseverance, passion, and, as in the case of Feminista!, significant impact on campus. Recent recipients include student AJ and the organization Feminista! for their contributions to the community."
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
2025 Corps Member
Teach For America
06.2025 - Current
Special Education Teacher
Sunshine Developmental School
09.2024 - Current
Campus Ambassador
Teach For America
08.2024 - 05.2025
Collective Rising Reproductive Intern
Collective Power for Reproductive Justice
05.2024 - 08.2024
First Year Residential Assistant (FYRA)
DePauw University Housing and Residence Life (HRL)
04.2024 - 05.2025
Master of Arts - DUAL ECE - Special Ed & General ED
RELAY GSE