Lily Mellem
Ham Lake,MN
Summary
I am a educator with a Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education and Developmental Disabilities (Special Education). Experienced in supporting students across diverse developmental levels through inclusive, student-centered instruction. Strong background in collaboration, relationship-building, and differentiated practices, with hands-on field experience in general and special education settings. Committed to creating supportive learning environments that promote academic growth and individual success.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Teacher
Cotter Schools
01.2024 - Current
- Supported the social, emotional, and developmental growth of young children in a safe, nurturing early childhood environment at St. Nicholas Hall. Assisted with daily routines and implemented developmentally appropriate activities while maintaining positive communication with families and collaborating with staff to support each child's individual needs.
- St.Nichols Hall
- Facilitated classroom activities to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.
Full-Time Summer Nanny
06.2025 - 06.2026
- Provided full-time summer care for two elementary-aged children (ages 6 and 7), supporting daily routines, academic enrichment, and age-appropriate activities. Planned engaging indoor and outdoor experiences, ensured a safe and structured environment, and promoted positive behavior, independence, and social development.
Part-Time Nanny
06.2025 - 09.2025
- Supervise and care for two children, ages 10 and 13, in the absence of parents. Assist children with daily routines, including meal preparation and transporting children to and from school, extracurricular activities, and appointments as needed.
Lead Infant Daycare Teacher
Foundation Hill
05.2024 - 09.2024
- Led and managed an infant classroom (6-16 months), creating a safe, nurturing environment. Planned developmentally appropriate activities, tracked milestones, communicated with families, and ensured compliance with state childcare licensing and safety regulations.
Assistant Infant Teacher
Primrose Schools
10.2022 - 01.2024
- Responsible for care for infants and work closely with lead teacher in conducting childcare activities such as preparing and serving meals or bottles, engaged in age-appropriate daily activities, interact with parents, log detailed daily reports that outlined each child's day. Followed all state childcare regulations, including licensing and safety standards.
Summer Nanny
Private Family
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Provide care for children during the summer months, creating a safe and stimulating environment. Following all licensing rules. Planning and execute age-appropriate indoor and outdoor activities, including arts and crafts, sports, nature walks, and educational games. Transport children to and from outings, camps, playdates, and other scheduled activities as needed.
Education
Elementary Education Bachelor's Degree - K-6
Winona State University
Winona12-2026
Developmental Disabilities(SPED) Bachelor's Degree - Special Education
Winona State University
Winona12-2026
Travel Study - Social Work
Winona State University
Austria 06.2025
Skills
- Management Skills
- Creativity
- Teamwork
- Negotiation
- Critical Thinking
- Leadership
- Branding
- Cheerful and energetic
- Valid Driver's license
- Early childhood development
- Reliability and trustworthiness
Certification
- Red Cross
- CPR
- Mandated Reporter Training
- Bloodborne Pathogens Training
- Child Abuse Prevention Training
Language
American Sign Language (Basics)
English
Field Experience
Primary (K–3) Middle Level (Grades 5–6) Special Education – Transition to Adulthood
- Primary Classroom – Multicultural Youth, Jefferson Elementary School, Winona, MN (30.25 hrs)
- Kindergarten Reading & Language Arts, Cochrane–Fountain City Elementary School, WI (18 hrs)
- Kindergarten Immersion Day, McKinley Elementary School, Ham Lake, MN (8 hrs)
- 1st Grade Reading & Language Arts, McKinley Elementary School, Ham Lake, MN (3 hrs)
- 3rd Grade Reading & Language Arts, Washington–Kosciusko Elementary School, MN (17 hrs)
- 3rd Grade Math, Galesville Elementary School, MN (10 hrs)
- Multicultural Youth – Key Kids After-School Program, Goodview Elementary School, MN (21 hrs)
- Science, Ridgeway Elementary School, Winona, MN (5 hrs)
- Social Studies, Ridgeway Elementary School, Winona, MN (18 hrs)
- Physical Education Tutoring (Homeschooled Students), Winona State University, MN (8 hrs)
- Miller Mentoring Tutoring Program, Winona Middle School, MN (30 hrs)
- 5th Grade Immersion Day, Sunrise Elementary School, Blaine, MN (8 hrs)
- 6th Grade Immersion Day, Cotter Schools, Winona, MN (7 hrs)
- ACE Academy Transition Program, Holmen, WI (40 Hours)
Timeline
Full-Time Summer Nanny
06.2025 - 06.2026
Part-Time Nanny
06.2025 - 09.2025
Lead Infant Daycare Teacher
Foundation Hill
05.2024 - 09.2024
Assistant Teacher
Cotter Schools
01.2024 - Current
Summer Nanny
Private Family
06.2023 - 08.2023
Assistant Infant Teacher
Primrose Schools
10.2022 - 01.2024
Elementary Education Bachelor's Degree - K-6
Winona State University
Developmental Disabilities(SPED) Bachelor's Degree - Special Education
Winona State University
Travel Study - Social Work
Winona State University