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stephanie edmondson

Mount Vernon

Summary

Dedicated educational professional with over 10 years of experience supporting students in elementary, middle school, high school, alternative education, special education, and secure detention settings. Currently serving as a Social Studies Co-Teacher in an alternative high school, with extensive experience working with students with behavioral challenges, autism spectrum disorders, emotional disabilities, and diverse learning needs. Skilled in classroom instruction, behavior management, individualized support, small-group facilitation, parent communication, documentation, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams. Recognized for building positive relationships with students, maintaining structured learning environments, and fostering academic growth, accountability, and student engagement.

Experienced education professional prepared for co-teaching role. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Skilled in classroom management, curriculum development, and effective communication. Reliable and adaptable with passion for fostering positive learning environment.

Education professional with solid background in fostering supportive and engaging learning environment. Known for effectively assisting in lesson planning and classroom management, contributing to student success. Valued team collaborator who consistently adapts to changing needs and maintains high standards for educational outcomes.

Experienced with classroom management and student engagement, ensuring productive learning environment. Utilizes innovative teaching methods alongside lead teachers to enhance student understanding. Track record of effective collaboration and adaptability in various educational settings.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Social Studies Co-Teacher

Urban Dove Team Charter School
Manhattan, NY
09.2025 - Current
  • Co-teach Social Studies classes in an alternative high school setting serving students with diverse academic, behavioral, and social-emotional needs.
  • Collaborate with lead teachers to deliver engaging instruction and adapt lessons to meet individual learning styles and abilities.
  • Support students through small-group and individualized instruction.
  • Implement classroom management strategies and behavioral interventions.
  • Assist with assessments, grading, progress monitoring, and student documentation.
  • Collaborate with counselors, administrators, and families to support student success.
  • Foster a structured, supportive, and engaging learning environment.

Youth Development Specialist, Woodfield Secure Detention Center

The Children’s Village
Dobbs Ferry, NY
10.2022 - Current
  • Oversee daily operations by supervising and documenting student transitions, activities, and interactions.
  • Prepare and maintain reports, logs, and records in compliance with state and organizational standards.
  • Provide individualized support and intervention strategies for youth with behavioral and emotional needs.
  • Collaborate with teachers, case workers, nurses, and administrators to support student development.
  • Ensure a safe, structured, and policy-compliant environment.
  • Maintain mandated reporter responsibilities and support positive youth outcomes.

Teacher’s Assistant – 5th Grade

Harlem Children’s Zone
Harlem, NY
09.2022 - 01.2023
  • Assisted the lead teacher with classroom instruction, student engagement, and classroom management.
  • Provided small-group and one-on-one academic support.
  • Monitored student progress and assisted with grading assignments.
  • Supported standardized testing and testing accommodations.
  • Collaborated with teachers to develop strategies supporting student achievement.

Substitute Teacher & After-School/Summer Program Staff

Holy Rosary / Our Lady of Mt. Carmel School
Harlem, NY
05.2022 - 08.2022
  • Served as a substitute teacher across multiple grade levels and subject areas.
  • Functioned as a long-term substitute for a second-grade classroom.
  • Maintained classroom continuity and student engagement.
  • Assisted with after-school and summer programming activities.
  • Supported student supervision, enrichment, and recreation programs.

1:1 Teacher’s Assistant

Atlas School for Autism
New York, NY
01.2019 - 01.2020
  • Provided individualized academic and developmental support to students with autism.
  • Assisted students with hygiene, daily living skills, and social development.
  • Collaborated with teachers, therapists, and families to support individualized goals.
  • Reinforced behavioral and educational interventions.
  • Assisted with community-based learning activities and outings.

Paraprofessional & Teacher’s Assistant

AMAC
New York, NY
11.2017 - 06.2019
  • Supported students in elementary and adult education settings.
  • Assisted with IEP implementation and progress monitoring.
  • Facilitated one-on-one and small-group instruction.
  • Participated in IEP meetings and collaborated with multidisciplinary teams.
  • Promoted student independence and academic growth.

Administrative Support & Teaching Assistant

Sisulu-Walker Charter School
Harlem, NY
09.2013 - 06.2015
  • Assisted administrators with scheduling, filing, student records, and office operations.
  • Supported parent communication through phone, email, and in-person interactions.
  • Provided front-desk coverage and welcomed visitors.
  • Assisted teachers with literacy, phonics, math, and classroom activities.
  • Monitored student progress and provided targeted academic support.
  • Helped maintain a structured and engaging learning environment.

Education

Associate Degree -

LaGuardia Community College
Long Island City, NY
08-2012

Skills

  • Classroom Instruction & Co-Teaching
  • Alternative Education & Behavioral Support
  • Special Education Support & Inclusion
  • IEP Implementation & Goal Monitoring
  • Student Intervention & Behavior Management
  • Small Group & Individualized Instruction
  • Social Studies Instruction & Academic Support
  • Parent & Family Communication
  • Educational Documentation & Reporting
  • Administrative Support & Record Keeping
  • Crisis Intervention & Conflict Resolution
  • Team Collaboration & Multidisciplinary Coordination
  • Classroom Management
  • Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Google Workspace
  • Special education
  • Project-based learning
  • Feedback provision
  • Parent-teacher communication
  • Collaborative teaching
  • Instructional strategies
  • Student motivation
  • Peer mentoring
  • Literacy development
  • Creativity enhancement
  • Social-emotional learning
  • Behavior management
  • Instructional methods
  • Classroom instruction
  • Student-centered learning
  • Alternative learning methods
  • Cooperative learning experience
  • Social-emotional learning training
  • Public speaking
  • Critical thinking
  • Classroom management
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Motivating students
  • Relationship building

Accomplishments

Educational and administrative professional with over 10 years of experience providing customer service, office support, record management, scheduling assistance, and communication with students, families, staff, and community members. Skilled in managing confidential information, multitasking in fast-paced environments, and creating welcoming and professional interactions with visitors and stakeholders.

Certification

  • New York State Mandated Reporter Training
  • DASA Training
  • Child Abuse Identification & Reporting Training
  • Crisis Prevention / De-escalation Training
  • CPR & First Aid Certification
  • TCI (Therapeutic Crisis Intervention) Training

Timeline

Social Studies Co-Teacher

Urban Dove Team Charter School
09.2025 - Current

Youth Development Specialist, Woodfield Secure Detention Center

The Children’s Village
10.2022 - Current

Teacher’s Assistant – 5th Grade

Harlem Children’s Zone
09.2022 - 01.2023

Substitute Teacher & After-School/Summer Program Staff

Holy Rosary / Our Lady of Mt. Carmel School
05.2022 - 08.2022

1:1 Teacher’s Assistant

Atlas School for Autism
01.2019 - 01.2020

Paraprofessional & Teacher’s Assistant

AMAC
11.2017 - 06.2019

Administrative Support & Teaching Assistant

Sisulu-Walker Charter School
09.2013 - 06.2015

Associate Degree -

LaGuardia Community College
stephanie edmondson