Madi Patterson
Foothill Ranch,CA
Summary
Motivated hard-worker with over five years of work experience and a strong background in involvement with the deaf community. Passionate about ASL, theatre, and continuous learning.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraeducator
Connections OCDE
Irvine, CA
01.2025 - 06.2025
- Provide instructional support in DHH classrooms across grade levels. Adapt to diverse language needs while promoting engagement, safety, and inclusion.
Ride Operator
Disneyland
Anaheim, CA
08.2023 - 10.2024
- Operated and narrated a scripted attraction in Fantasyland while navigating guests on a boat. Provided on-the-spot ASL interpretation for Deaf guests, upon request.
Education
ASL interpreter training program
Sorenson Connections (2025)
Workshops
Mt. San Antonio College (2024-25)
Golden West College (2023-24)
Mt. San Jacinto College (2022)
Skills
- American Sign Language
- Communication
- Time management skills
- Quick learner
- Adaptable
- Reliable
Interpreting Experience
35+ hours of volunteer Interpreting in various settings: Educational, Church, and Theater. Knowledge of Code of Ethics, Deep understanding of Deaf culture, and positive relationship building with deaf clients.
Affiliations
Volunteer Interpreting:
- Legally Blonde The Musical (team interpreted in 2023)
- Aladdin (shadow interpreted for Genie in 2022)
Observation:
- 15 hours of theatre interpreting observations across local, college, theme park, and Broadway-style productions, with accompanying notes
Theatre Training:
- Freelance in Acting Industry Class (2023)
- Improv classes (2023-present)
- ASL Theatre Workshop (Deaf West Theatre)
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Paraeducator
Connections OCDE
01.2025 - 06.2025
Ride Operator
Disneyland
08.2023 - 10.2024
ASL interpreter training program
Sorenson Connections (2025)
Workshops
Mt. San Antonio College (2024-25)
Golden West College (2023-24)
Mt. San Jacinto College (2022)
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