Jessica earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in Applied Linguistics from the University of California, Los Angeles, and her Master of Arts degree in Teaching English as a Second Language from California State University, Northridge, she has cultivated a deep understanding of language acquisition and pedagogy.
Jessica Edmond brings over a decade of experience in teaching English as a Second Language to a diverse array of language learners. Having earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in Applied Linguistics from the University of California, Los Angeles, and her Master of Arts degree in Teaching English as a Second Language from California State University, Northridge, she has cultivated a deep understanding of language acquisition and pedagogy.
With a teaching philosophy grounded in empathy and understanding, Ms. Edmond endeavors to empower her students not only to improve their language skills but also to cultivate confidence, a sense of belonging, and the ability to navigate their daily lives with ease. In her classroom, she fosters a culture of collaboration and mutual respect, encouraging students to express themselves freely and to embrace their unique cultural identities, believing that by celebrating diversity and embracing differences, students can develop a deeper appreciation for the richness of human experience.
Ms. Edmond is currently teaching ESOL at the Colburn Music Academy. In addition to her role at Colburn, she has been serving as an adjunct ESL instructor at the College of the Canyons in Santa Clarita since 2018 and as a summer-sessions ESL lecturer at the University of California, Los Angeles since 2023. Her multifaceted teaching experiences across different educational settings have equipped her with a diverse skill set and a nuanced understanding of the varying needs of language learners at different stages of their academic journeys.