Madelyn Grace Edwards
Alamo,NM
Summary
Detail-oriented and compassionate professional with extensive experience in case management, behavior support, compliance reporting, and documentation. Strong background in interdisciplinary collaboration, data management, and trauma-informed care. Skilled in supporting individuals with diverse needs in high-pressure environments, organization and communication and de-escalation. Holds advanced education degrees in Criminal Justice and Special Education, with a proven ability to manage complex records, coordinate services, and advocate effectively for individuals and families.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Alamo Navajo School Board
Alamo, NM
01.2023 - Current
- Advocated for individual success by helping students understand and articulate their personal needs, strengths, and goals.
- Applied social-emotional skill development strategies, including affirmations, self-regulation techniques, and positive de-escalation practices.
- Built and maintained strong, trust-based relationships with clients, families, and interdisciplinary teams to support holistic outcomes.
- Fostered safe, inclusive, and supportive environments that prioritize emotional well-being, respect, and engagement.
- Demonstrated advanced computer proficiency and meticulous documentation skills, including Individualized Education Plans, progress tracking, and compliance reporting.
- Collaborated closely with individuals with behavioral, communication, social, and emotional needs to support growth and independence.
- Maintained a consistently empathetic, patient, and trauma-informed approach in high-need and high-stress situations.
- Taught and reinforced essential life skills, including hygiene, nutrition, and daily self-care routines.
- Integrated cultural awareness and diversity into all practices to ensure respectful, responsive, and equitable support.
Camp Coordinator
Cali Camp
Topanga, California
06.2019 - 07.2023
- Directed daily operations for a youth program involving supervised animal-based activities
- Managed equine health and wellness, including nutrition, injury monitoring, basic medical care, and medication administration.
- Ensured safe and compliant daily operations.
- Fostered a supportive, respectful environment by adapting activities to individual needs and building strong relationships with children, families, and staff.
Education
Master of Arts - Teaching
Western New Mexico University
Silver City, NM12.2025
Graduate Certificate - Special Education
Western New Mexico University
Silver City, NM05.2025
Master of Science - Criminal Justice
Boston University
Boston, Massachusetts, MA05.2025
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ12.2022
Skills
Case management Behavioral support De-escalation Trauma-informed care Documentation Data analysis Organization Problem solving Scheduling Time management Written and verbal communication Collaboration Adaptability Cultural competence Empathy Emotional intelligence
Certification
New Mexico Level One Alternative Pre K-12 Special Education License
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Alamo Navajo School Board
01.2023 - Current
Camp Coordinator
Cali Camp
06.2019 - 07.2023
Master of Arts - Teaching
Western New Mexico University
Graduate Certificate - Special Education
Western New Mexico University
Master of Science - Criminal Justice
Boston University
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
Grand Canyon University