Margaret Stohlman, LMSW
Brooklyn,NY
Summary
Compassionate and client-centered LMSW with hands-on experience in school-based counseling, medical case management, and educational programming. Recognized for building trusting, collaborative relationships with clients, families, and colleagues. Committed to advancing social justice and equity by providing trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and client-centered care.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Remote Program Manager & Remote Program Associate
READ 718
Brooklyn, NY
11.2021 - Current
- Designed and implemented individualized literacy instruction and assessments for 25 to 30 students in grades 3 to 8, targeting decoding, fluency, comprehension, and vocabulary development.
- Recruited, trained, and coached 25–30 volunteer tutors for 1:1 remote instruction, ensuring consistent lesson quality and student engagement.
- Managed remote program operations, including scheduling, family and volunteer communications, and curriculum evaluation.
- Conducted intake meetings with families to assess student needs, and remained a point of contact to address concerns and share student progress.
Social Work Intern
Frederick Dougalss Academy VII
Brooklyn, New York
09.2024 - 05.2025
- Provided 1:1 counseling to a caseload of 11 high school students, utilizing evidence-based techniques, including CBT, DBT, and narrative therapy, to support mental health and emotional regulation.
- Collaborated with the social work team to design and implement monthly mental health workshops, reaching approximately 250 students, promoting school-wide awareness and resilience.
- Facilitated communication with families, teachers, and school staff to coordinate in the support of students' academic and emotional needs.
- Supported with crisis intervention for students experiencing acute distress, ensuring safety, and connecting them to appropriate resources.
Social Work Intern
National Association for Drug Abuse Problems
New York, New York
09.2023 - 06.2024
- Managed a caseload of 15 adult clients enrolled in Medicaid with co-occurring chronic health conditions and/or serious mental illness.
- Facilitated comprehensive mental and physical health care for clients by coordinating appointments with health care professionals, engaging in case conferences, linking clients to social service agencies, and serving as a patient advocate.
- Conducted annual bio-psycho-social assessments and quarterly face-to-face visits in clients' homes or community settings to evaluate health, housing stability, and psychosocial needs.
- Documented client interactions, assessments, and care plans in an accurate and timely manner in Electronic Health Records to ensure continuity of care.
Student Achievement Associate
Zeta Charter Schools
The Bronx, New York
07.2020 - 07.2021
- Facilitated special education referrals for 20 students by liaising with the Committee on Special Education (CSE), collaborating with school leaders and families, and managing all documentation for Individualized Education Plans (IEPs).
- Participated in over 75 IEP meetings with the CSE to advocate for student needs, and ensure appropriate educational supports.
- Managed recruitment, hiring, and performance evaluation of eight related service professionals to maintain high-quality support services.
- Monitored student progress through systematic data collection to identify those requiring targeted interventions or special education referrals.
English Teacher
Dara Academy
Chiang Mai, Thailand
05.2018 - 03.2020
- Designed and implemented weekly lesson plans for 250 ten-year-old English as a Second Language (ESL) students, enhancing language proficiency across reading, writing, speaking, and listening domains.
- Served as the ESL teacher for five classes, adapting instruction to meet students' individual learning needs and proficiency levels.
- Organized and facilitated extracurricular English activities, including school plays and weekend language camps, to promote immersive language practice.
Writing Assistant
CUNY Start
Brooklyn, New York
09.2017 - 03.2018
- Tutored 30 nontraditional college students to improve their reading and writing skills in preparation for credit-bearing courses at Kingsborough Community College.
- Provided weekly written feedback on essays to 15 students preparing for the CUNY Assessment Test, promoting stronger academic writing.
- Worked closely with program instructors and advisors to develop individualized learning plans for students facing academic, or socio-emotional challenges.
Private Tutor
WyzAnt Tutoring
New York, New York
06.2017 - 03.2018
- Delivered individualized instruction in Spanish, writing, and math to 5 students, aged 10–18, ensuring lessons met each student’s abilities and needs.
- Maintained regular communication with parents to discuss student progress, academic goals, and strategies for success.
- Developed customized lesson plans tailored to each student’s unique needs and learning preferences.
First Year Corps Member
City Year Columbus
Columbus, Ohio
07.2016 - 06.2017
- Worked with a team of nine to improve academic performance, attendance, and behavioral outcomes in a public high school serving over 750 students.
- Provided targeted academic support in a 10th grade math classroom by tutoring 12 at-risk students in small group sessions.
- Led Young Leaders forums to promote leadership, accountability, and positive behavior among students who frequently received suspensions.
Education
Master of Social Work - Clinical Practice
Hunter College, Silberman School of Social Work
New York, NY05-2025
Bachelor of Arts - American Studies, Spanish Area Studies
Kenyon College
Gambier, Ohio05-2016
Skills
- Special education advocacy (IEPs, CSE process)
- Electronic Health Records (EHR) documentation
- Google Workspace and Microsoft Office
- Family Engagement & Support
- Community Resource Navigation
- Individual Counseling
- Bio-psycho-social Assessments
- Proficient in Spanish (speaking, reading, writing)
Certification
- Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW), New York State - July 2025
- Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) Certificate - April 2017
Timeline
Social Work Intern
Frederick Dougalss Academy VII
09.2024 - 05.2025
Social Work Intern
National Association for Drug Abuse Problems
09.2023 - 06.2024
Remote Program Manager & Remote Program Associate
READ 718
11.2021 - Current
Student Achievement Associate
Zeta Charter Schools
07.2020 - 07.2021
English Teacher
Dara Academy
05.2018 - 03.2020
Writing Assistant
CUNY Start
09.2017 - 03.2018
Private Tutor
WyzAnt Tutoring
06.2017 - 03.2018
First Year Corps Member
City Year Columbus
07.2016 - 06.2017
Master of Social Work - Clinical Practice
Hunter College, Silberman School of Social Work
Bachelor of Arts - American Studies, Spanish Area Studies
Kenyon College
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