MADELYN DREESZEN
North Sioux City,SD
Summary
Motivated college student, currently enrolled and seeking opportunity to apply skills in child care and education. Excellent at communicating, problem solving and leadership. Keen attention to time-management and adaptability.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Substitute Teacher, K-5
Lawton-Bronson Community School District
Bronson, IA
01.2025 - Current
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse learning styles.
- Managed classroom behavior, fostering a positive and conducive learning environment.
- Collaborated with teachers to support curriculum objectives and student needs.
Paraprofessional
Lawton-Bronson Community School District
Bronson, IA
08.2024 - Current
- Facilitated individualized instruction to support diverse learning needs of students.
- Collaborated with teachers to develop and implement customized lesson plans.
- Monitored student progress, providing timely feedback to enhance academic performance.
- Assisted in classroom management, promoting a positive and productive learning environment.
Paraprofessional
Perry Creek Elementary
Sioux City, Iowa
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Assisted certified staff in devising strategies for reinforcing learning materials and developing student skills.
- Worked with students in small groups to help reinforce learning objectives.
- Observed students' educational progress with individual charts and files.
- Accompanied teacher on class trips to assist with supervising behavior and safety issues.
- Implemented academic and therapeutic programming to reflect goals established in student's IEP.
Ulta Beauty Team Member
Target
Sioux City, IA
05.2023 - 01.2024
- Tracked stock levels and notified supervisors of shortages or discrepancies, contributing to effective inventory control.
- Trained new team members on company procedures and protocols to foster smooth onboarding process and facilitate integration.
- Offered flexible working hours to support fluctuations in operational demand.
- Restocked supplies at work stations to help team members meet demands.
- Communicated and problem-solved operational problems on the spot.
- Cleaned aisles, removed trash and baled cardboard to assist with housekeeping requirements.
- Collaborated with other team members to drive efficient operations.
Child Care Provider
Prodigy Learning Center
Dakota Dunes, SD
01.2022 - 02.2023
- Observed signs of behavioral or emotional issues and alerted senior staff and parents of concerns.
- Selected activities to reinforce learning and discovery and helped children develop personal interests.
- Cultivated safe and inclusive care environment to nurture and encourage children.
- Built positive relationships with parents and listened to concerns and requests.
- Kept accurate records of attendance, behavior and challenges in alignment with regulatory standards.
- Documented daily activities, attendance and behavior changes for parent reviews.
Education
Associate of Arts - Elementary Education
Western Iowa Tech Community College
Sioux City, IA12-2024
High School Diploma - undefined
Lawton Bronson Jr./Sr. High School
Sioux City, IA05-2023
Skills
- Adhered to health and safety regulations to promote pleasant environment for customers and team members
- Built positive and productive relationship with each student to foster trust and collaboration
- Managed feeding and sleeping schedules for babies and infants
- Worked with administrators to develop and improve lesson plans, capitalizing on learning opportunities and incorporating new technologies
- Cooked and prepared meals and snacks
- Followed parents instructions regarding diet and daily routine
LANGUAGES
English, Native
Certification
- CPR Certified
- Substitute Authorization
- Mandatory Reporter: Child Abuse
- Mandatory Reporter: Dependent Adult Abuse
Internships
Lawton-Bronson Elementary School, Bronson, IA
October 2025 10 Hours
- Prepared lesson plans for students in 1st-5th grade.
- Taught 1-1 Lessons
- Taught students new Reading and English topics.
Lawton-Bronson Elementary School, Bronson, IA
November 2025 35 Hours
- Created whole-group and small-group lesson plans.
- Used checks for understanding to adjust the lesson accordingly.
- Created different centers so students could work within small groups.
- Collaborated with the mentor teacher to adapt the lesson to students' learning needs and the environment.
- Taught two different math topics.
COMMUNITY SERVICE
LifeServe donor of distinction
Interests
Reading, Sports
Timeline
Substitute Teacher, K-5
Lawton-Bronson Community School District
01.2025 - Current
Paraprofessional
Lawton-Bronson Community School District
08.2024 - Current
Paraprofessional
Perry Creek Elementary
01.2024 - 05.2024
Ulta Beauty Team Member
Target
05.2023 - 01.2024
Child Care Provider
Prodigy Learning Center
01.2022 - 02.2023
High School Diploma - undefined
Lawton Bronson Jr./Sr. High School
Associate of Arts - Elementary Education
Western Iowa Tech Community College