Josilyn Dooley
Waunakee,WI
Summary
Personable and dedicated with passion for nurturing young minds. Understanding of child development and educational methodologies, combined with skills in creating engaging and age-appropriate activities. Committed to fostering supportive and stimulating learning environment for children.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Intern
Peace Lutheran Preschool
Waunakee, WI
02.2026 - Current
- Provides care for 3 and 4 year olds.
- Supports classroom management by fostering a positive learning environment for students.
- Creates and carries out development-appropriate lesson plans.
- Communicated effectively with faculty and staff and accepted critiques and suggestions for areas of improvement.
Student Teacher
Madison College Early Learning Center
Madison, WI
01.2026 - Current
- Provides care for 2 years old children
- Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
- Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff, and students.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations, enforcing classroom rules, and fostering open communication.
Childcare Floater Assistant Teacher
Bee Balm Early Learning Center
Madison, WI
06.2025 - 01.2026
- Supervised children in various age groups, ensuring safety and well-being during activities.
- Assisted lead teachers with lesson preparation and classroom management to enhance learning experiences.
- Implemented creative play-based activities that stimulated cognitive and social development among children.
- Adapted quickly to different classrooms, providing consistent support across varying educational settings.
Paid Student Inter
Bee Balm Early Learning Center
Madison, WI
09.2025 - 12.2025
- Provided care for 2.5-3.5 years old.
- Assisted in planning and implementing age-appropriate educational activities for diverse learning needs.
- Supported classroom management by organizing materials and facilitating a positive learning environment.
- Collaborated with teachers to assess student progress and adjust instructional strategies accordingly.
- Engaged with parents to provide updates on student development and address concerns effectively.
Student Intern
Madison College Early Learning Center
Madison, WI
02.2025 - 05.2025
- Assisted educators in developing and implementing age-appropriate lesson plans.
- Supported classroom management by fostering a positive learning environment for students.
- Organized educational materials and resources to enhance instructional effectiveness.
- Collaborated with teaching staff to adapt activities for diverse learning needs.
Childcare Floater
La Petite Academy Inc.
Waunakee, WI
06.2023 - 01.2025
- Provided optimal care and education support for students age 1-5.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of play areas, promoting a healthy learning space.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding daily activities and children's progress.
- Monitored behavior and guided to encourage positive interactions among peers.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance childcare techniques and stay updated on best practices.
- Supervised children during indoor and outdoor activities, ensuring safety and engagement.
Student Intern
Leep Academy (now Called The Village Of Early Childhood Center)
Waunakee
02.2024 - 05.2024
- Provided optimal care and education support for 3 years old students
- Supported classroom management by fostering a positive learning environment for students.
- Supported children in developmentally appropriate educational play.
- Supported children in building relationships with peers.
- Supported children during outside play.
- Taught children good social manners.
Intern
Waunakee School District
Waunakee, WI
09.2022 - 06.2023
- Resolved minor issues independently, demonstrating problem-solving abilities within the internship role.
- Built professional relationships with colleagues at all levels within the organization, strengthening interpersonal communication skills during the internship experience.
- Monitored student progress, providing feedback to teachers on individual performance and areas needing improvement.
Teacher’s Assistant
Waunakee School District
Waunakee, WI
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Supported classroom management by maintaining a positive learning environment conducive to student engagement.
- Organized classroom resources and materials, ensuring accessibility for both teachers and students during lessons.
- Supported the lead teacher in developing curriculum materials, ensuring alignment with state standards and educational objectives.
Education
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Madison Area Technical College
Madison, WI05-2026
Skills
- Leadership qualities
- Team collaboration
- Patience and empathy
- Child supervision
- CPR training
- Mandated reporter training
- Behavior management techniques
Timeline
Student Intern
Peace Lutheran Preschool
02.2026 - Current
Student Teacher
Madison College Early Learning Center
01.2026 - Current
Paid Student Inter
Bee Balm Early Learning Center
09.2025 - 12.2025
Childcare Floater Assistant Teacher
Bee Balm Early Learning Center
06.2025 - 01.2026
Student Intern
Madison College Early Learning Center
02.2025 - 05.2025
Student Intern
Leep Academy (now Called The Village Of Early Childhood Center)
02.2024 - 05.2024
Childcare Floater
La Petite Academy Inc.
06.2023 - 01.2025
Intern
Waunakee School District
09.2022 - 06.2023
Teacher’s Assistant
Waunakee School District
06.2022 - 08.2022
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Madison Area Technical College