James Amodeo

James Amodeo has a diverse work experience, starting in 1995 as a Case Manager at Shearman & Sterling where they managed complex litigation matters for Fortune 500 companies. In 2007, they transitioned to the NYC Department of Education as a Special Education Middle School Teacher, working with students with various challenges. From 2011 to 2015, they served as a Teacher and Co-Administrator at The Children's Storefront, overseeing the Upper School's academic resources and budget recommendations. James then worked as a Consultant at CKingEducation, Inc., providing professional development training and coaching to teachers. At UNICEF, they worked as a Consultant in 2017. Following that, they had multiple roles at Forrest Solutions and SPYSCAPE, including as a Consultant and Policy & Procedure Writer and Editor. In 2018, they became an Educational Contractor at School Professionals, teaching various subjects at private and charter schools. Later in 2018, they joined Northern Manhattan Improvement Corporation as an Educator, teaching humanities to adults. Currently, they work as a Head Teacher at Reece School, focusing on Special Education and differentiating lessons for individual students. Overall, James has a wide range of experience in education, consulting, management, and administration.

James Amodeo's education history includes a Juris Doctor (JD) degree from St. Thomas University Benjamin L. Crump College of Law. James also holds a Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree in Political Science from Hunter College, where they graduated Cum Laude. Additionally, they completed another Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science and Government from Hunter College.