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Melony Edwards

Omak

Summary

Dedicated mentor/educator successful at motivating and building positive team dynamics to ensure PSIS students' meet and exceed their academic goals. Dedicated to open, communicative culture where students feel empowered to eagerly contribute to their own success and embrace the strength of their individual potential.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Ninth Grade Teacher

Paschal Sherman Indian School
08.2023 - Current

Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse learning needs. Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment. Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences. Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.

Home Living Assistant

Paschal Sherman Indian School
09.2002 - 08.2023

Maintained a structured, clean and safe Home Living environment for K-9th grade students. Encouraged students to develop healthy social, emotional, and communication strategies to promote positive growth. Worked with Academic and support staff to develop prevention/intervention plans to manage students’ behaviors. Supervised one hour of study hall 4 nights a week for students K-9th grade. Tutored individual students needing more one-on-one support. Communicated with Academic Staff and Parents/guardians regarding students academic difficulties, behavioral concerns, and student achievements and triumphs using tact and professionalism to improve students performance both at school and in the Home Living Environment. Followed all Policies and Procedures of PSIS.


PSIS Residential Interim Supervisor

PSIS
01.2021 - 03.2023

Managed Staff scheduling. Completed staff payroll. Addressed any staff and/or students concerns in a timely manner. Maintained positive communication habits with staff, parents/guardians, and students. Encouraged and supported the academic, emotional, and social growth of all students. Collaborated with staff and administration to develop and remain united to PSIS missions and goals for success of all students. Created and maintained student files and documentation needed for school records and BIE ISEP audit. Worked closely with school nurse to ensure all dental, vision, and medical needs of Residential students were met on a daily basis. Maintained strict Confidentiality. Followed all policies and Procedures of PSIS

Education

Bachelor of Elementary Education -

Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT
07-2025

Associate of Applied Science -

Wenatchee Valley College North
Omak, WA
06.1996

Skills

  • Strong Communication and Social Perceptiveness
  • Large group Management
  • Instructing and Monitoring
  • Active Listening and Persuasion
  • Knowledge and experience in Native American Culture
  • Able to adapt teaching methods to meet each students' unique talents, ideas, and learning styles
  • Collaborative and Team Orientated

Certification

State of Washington Education Conditional Certificate #602141D 03/2025-6/30/2027

Timeline

Ninth Grade Teacher

Paschal Sherman Indian School
08.2023 - Current

PSIS Residential Interim Supervisor

PSIS
01.2021 - 03.2023

Home Living Assistant

Paschal Sherman Indian School
09.2002 - 08.2023

Bachelor of Elementary Education -

Western Governors University

Associate of Applied Science -

Wenatchee Valley College North