MADELYN BURNS
San Mateo,CA
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Behavior Technician
LEARN Academy Creative Learning Center, Special Education Preschool
Redwood City, CA
09.2025 - Current
- Implemented behavior intervention plans using applied behavior analysis, enhancing learning outcomes for preschool-aged children in special education.
- Applied ABA-based support strategies to effectively address and de-escalate challenging behaviors.
- Collected and analyzed session data on target behaviors and skill acquisition to track progress and inform interventions.
- Worked under ongoing BCBA supervision and applied recommended strategies and behavior plans across daily routines.
Sports Programming Director
Becket-Chimney Corners YMCA
Becket, MA
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Supervised three instructors in delivering engaging daily programming for campers ages 7-15.
- Designed and led lesson plans and 4-hour daily activities.
- Collaborated with senior staff to enhance camper well-being and support staff effectiveness.
Teaching Assistant & Tutor (Child Studies Internship)
Buchser Middle School
Santa Clara, CA
04.2024 - 06.2024
- Adjusted teaching methods to support special education students with individual learning needs.
- Tracked student progress, providing feedback to motivate and support ongoing academic growth.
- Tutored students one-on-one and in small groups to enhance understanding in core subjects.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology & Child Studies, Cum Laude
Santa Clara University
Santa Clara, CA06-2025
Skills
- Kappa Delta Pi, National Professional Association and Honor Society for Educators, Phi Omega Chapter, Santa Clara University April 2025
- 40-Hour RBT Training (RBT Test Content Outline, 3rd ed), Autism Partnership Foundation August - September 2026
- Club Sport Council Women’s Team Representative, Santa Clara Club Sports 2024 - 2025
RESEARCH
Senior Capstone Research Project, Santa Clara University, "Restricted Reads: The Impact of LGBTQIA+ Book Bans in Florida Schools". Spent 100+ hours researching LGBTQIA+ book bans across Florida's 15 largest school districts. Coded and categorized 380+ book entries in StataSE and used ANOVA to identify significant district-level disparities. Co-authored an 18-page report and presented findings to peers and faculty.
LEADERSHIP
- Captain, Santa Clara Rage Women's Ultimate Frisbee Team
- September 2021 - June 2025
- Coordinated with coaches and fellow captains, supported teammates, and led events and recruitment while balancing coursework, work, and competition travel.
SKILLS
Applied behavior analysis, behavior data collection, youth program planning, statistical analysis (StataSE, ANOVA), conflict resolution, team collaboration
Timeline
Behavior Technician
LEARN Academy Creative Learning Center, Special Education Preschool
09.2025 - Current
Sports Programming Director
Becket-Chimney Corners YMCA
06.2024 - 08.2024
Teaching Assistant & Tutor (Child Studies Internship)
Buchser Middle School
04.2024 - 06.2024
Bachelor of Science - Psychology & Child Studies, Cum Laude
Santa Clara University