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Overview
Work History
Education
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Certification
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Madalyn Evans

Hyattsville,MD

Summary

I am an Educational Assistant Teacher with over 20 years of experience, dedicated to enhancing student learning. I create engaging lesson plans that cater to diverse styles, and foster a nurturing environment that encourages critical thinking. I am committed to education and believe in every student's potential to thrive while pursuing my degree in Early Childhood Education.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Associate Teacher

Bright Horizons Child Development Center
Arlington, VA
05.2017 - 02.2025

Facilitated communication between home and school by promptly addressing parent inquiries. Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse early childhood age groups. Monitored children's development and documented findings. Served as a role model by exhibiting appropriate behavior and maintained suitable classroom environments for toddlers to pre-kindergarten students, supporting their overall development.

Educational Assistant

Align Staffing Employment Temporary Agency
Sheppard Pratt Health System
11.2016 - 04.2017

I collaborated with students aged 8 to 18 with Autism and health impairments in various programs. I kept accurate records of their activities and supported their academic needs while implementing their Behavioral Intervention Plans (BIP) and Individualized Education Plans (IEP). in the Therapeutic Community Program, Oakmont Primary Program, and The Lodge Program.

Paraprofessional Educator

Hendley Elementary
, USA
08.2015 - 08.2016

The District of Columbia Public Schools focused on creating an inclusive environment for kindergarten and first-grade students. In the Lead Teacher's absence, I oversaw classroom activities and team meetings, implemented the Second Step Program to improve social skills and prevent bullying, adapted instruction for students with learning disabilities, and collaborated with the Special Education Team to ensure IEP and BIP goals were met while tracking student progress.

Program Specialist

The Art and Drama Therapy Institute
Washington, USA
08.2012 - 09.2013

I collaborated with adults with intellectual disabilities by using personalized approaches to enhance their daily living skills and well-being. I designed therapeutic activities tailored to individual needs, promoting physical and emotional development and community integration. Additionally, I provided American Sign Language instruction for individuals with hearing impairments, helping them develop essential communication skills and fostering social connections.

Program Aide

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Washington
04.2011 - 08.2012

Lt. Joseph P. Kennedy Institute Community Companions

I worked closely with children and adults on the autism spectrum, ensuring their physical and developmental needs were met. Together, we developed treatment plans and maintained daily progress notes to effectively track their progress.

Paraprofessional Educator in Special Education

Carole Highlands Elementary
, USA
09.1997 - 06.2010

I provided personalized assistance to students struggling with participation and boosted their engagement.Collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, including the school psychologist and speech pathologist, we enriched the support provided to students.
I played a key role in organizing Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs), and I ensured accurate documentation by taking notes during IEP Team meetings.

Education

Early Childhood Education Program -

Prince George’s Community College
Largo, Maryland
09.2025

Prince George’s Community College
Largo, Maryland
05.2025

Montgomery Community College
Takoma Park, Maryland
09.1995

University of Maryland Eastern Shore
Prince Anne, Maryland
05.1992

High School Diploma -

Northwestern High School
Adelphi, Maryland
06.1991

Skills

  • Working with children with disabilities
  • Small group instruction
  • Classroom management assistance
  • Lesson planning and teaching
  • Creating a safe learning environment
  • Microsoft Office proficiency
  • Smartboard utilization
  • Audio-visual aid implementation
  • Test administration
  • American Sign Language proficiency
  • Student assessment for BIP, IEP, and 504 plans

Certification

  • 45HR Preschool Curriculum/ Activities, 08/2025
  • 45HR Child Growth and Development, 06/2025
  • Including All Children and the ADA, 04/2025
  • Second Step: Skills for Social and Academic Success, 05/2016

Accomplishments

  • Passed the Paraprofessional Educator Praxis Exam, School Year 2005
  • Certificate of Appreciation Region V, Prince George’s County Public Schools, School Year 2005 – 2006
  • Certificate of Completion, Child Care Institute 45-Hour School Hour Course, 03/1996
  • Guidance 'Against All Odds' Award & Principal # 1 Award, 06/1991

References

Available Upon Request

Timeline

Associate Teacher

Bright Horizons Child Development Center
05.2017 - 02.2025

Educational Assistant

Align Staffing Employment Temporary Agency
11.2016 - 04.2017

Paraprofessional Educator

Hendley Elementary
08.2015 - 08.2016

Program Specialist

The Art and Drama Therapy Institute
08.2012 - 09.2013

Program Aide

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Washington
04.2011 - 08.2012

Paraprofessional Educator in Special Education

Carole Highlands Elementary
09.1997 - 06.2010

Early Childhood Education Program -

Prince George’s Community College

Prince George’s Community College

Montgomery Community College

University of Maryland Eastern Shore

High School Diploma -

Northwestern High School