Emily Irene Madden
Nashville,TN
Summary
Dedicated and driven educator with a lifelong personal connection to dyslexia and hands-on experience supporting students with dyslexia through individualized instruction, advocacy, and relationship-centered learning. Brings strong communication, leadership, critical thinking, and program support skills, along with a deep commitment to fostering dyslexia awareness and empowering students to grow in confidence, independence, and academic success.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Lighthouse Aftercare Program
Vanderbilt University
09.2025 - Current
- Founder, designer, and manager of the student-centered aftercare program focused on support, structure, and engagement.
- Lead daily operations, programming, and student supervision in a safe, supportive environment.
- Collaborate with undergraduate staff to support program operations and student engagement.
Programs For Talented Youth
Vanderbilt University
06.2025 - Current
- Support gifted students in Vanderbilt’s summer and school-year academic programs.
- Assist with classroom management, supervision, logistics, and student engagement.
- Collaborate with instructors and staff while maintaining professionalism and confidentiality.
Roberts Academy and Dyslexia Center
Vanderbilt University
09.2024 - Current
- Serve as a Graduate Assistant supporting students with dyslexia through instruction, classroom assistance, and daily supervision.
- Teach transition classes for students preparing to transfer, helping develop academic, social, and self-advocacy skills for a successful next step.
- Collaborate with specials teachers to support student engagement, classroom management, and daily instructional needs.
- Monitor student progress and help document growth toward academic and developmental goals.
- Assist with fundraising efforts to help support school programs, resources, and student opportunities.
- Help maintain a structured, supportive, and inclusive learning environment.
- Serve as a substitute teacher across subjects and grade levels as needed.
Private Nanny For High Profile Families
Parents Of Children
01.2024 - Current
- Provide dependable, individualized childcare and tutoring while maintaining safe, engaging, and structured daily routines in a home environment.
- Manage schedules, transportation, meals, household assistance, and academic support to meet children’s and family needs.
- Foster positive relationships with children through patience, consistency, attentive care, and personalized learning support.
Study Abroad Barcelona
Universitat Autònoma De Barcelona
05.2024 - 07.2024
- Engaged in a culturally enriching study abroad program in Barcelona for two months.
- Immersed in the local culture and further developed a global perspective and adaptability, fostering a holistic learning experience.
Director of First Year Experience Event and Operations Chair
Delta Delta Delta
01.2022 - 05.2024
- Organize new member retreats, presentations, and various activities for the Pledge Class.
- Mentor and collaborate with the First-Year Experience team to foster a welcoming chapter environment focused on community building, diverse perspectives, and inclusive norms.
- Communicate membership expectations through diverse learning methods and track participation.
- Identify and create Tri Delta development opportunities for members.
Child Minister
Grace Bible Church
08.2020 - 05.2024
- Manage the religious education program and other church activities for children from infancy through early adolescence.
- Monitor and lead coordinated activities during an allotted time, helping the children achieve confidence in themselves.
Childcare Assistant
Nashville Fannie Battle Day Home
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Infant Helper: Spent time interacting with babies through play, reading, and assisting teachers with lessons and other needed duties during their visit.
- Classroom Helper (toddlers, 2s, and preschool): assisted teachers with lesson plans, classroom upkeep, and writing after-school reports.
- Provided individual attention to special needs children, guiding them through social cues and giving them tools to manage processing issues.
Youth Support Specialist
Nashville Monroe Harding
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Assisted foster care youth and other vulnerable young people in building a solid foundation of strengths, positioning them for success in adulthood.
- Provided children, young adults, and families with support networks to help them achieve their educational goals and function in society.
- Advocated for service recipients and empowered young people to advocate for themselves.
Leader and Counselor
Camp Ozark
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Served as a motivational Christian role model for all Camp Ozark campers.
- Shared my past leadership experience with the lead campers.
- Assisted in creating a nurturing, safe environment for adolescent campers.
Student Leadership Representative
SBISD District Improvement Team
01.2017 - 01.2020
- Served as a liaison between adult leaders and students, advising the Superintendent and other district leaders in planning, staffing patterns, budgeting, staff development, curriculum, and school organization.
Student Leadership Representative
SBISD Dyslexia Awareness Panel
01.2013 - 01.2020
- Addressed members of the Dyslexia Awareness Board and an audience of parents, students, and school administrators regarding the advantages and struggles of dyslexia (a public speaking event).
- Led a Q&A panel, provided effective strategies, and led a testimonial panel.
Education
Master's of Education - Child Studies
Vanderbilt University
Nashville, TN05-2026
Bachelor of Science - Communications, Minor in Psychology
Texas A&M University
College Station05-2024
Skills
Academic Support, Teaching, Tutoring, Dyslexia Intervention Support, Learning Strategies, Student Achievement Support, Educational Program Development, Student Outreach, Inclusive Learning Environments, Collaboration, Leadership, Coaching & Mentoring, Child Advocacy, Child Development, Psychology, Vanderbilt Certificate in Dyslexia, Communication, Google Docs, Google Sheets, Google Slides, Canva, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint
Timeline
Lighthouse Aftercare Program
Vanderbilt University
09.2025 - Current
Programs For Talented Youth
Vanderbilt University
06.2025 - Current
Roberts Academy and Dyslexia Center
Vanderbilt University
09.2024 - Current
Study Abroad Barcelona
Universitat Autònoma De Barcelona
05.2024 - 07.2024
Private Nanny For High Profile Families
Parents Of Children
01.2024 - Current
Childcare Assistant
Nashville Fannie Battle Day Home
05.2022 - 08.2022
Youth Support Specialist
Nashville Monroe Harding
05.2022 - 08.2022
Director of First Year Experience Event and Operations Chair
Delta Delta Delta
01.2022 - 05.2024
Leader and Counselor
Camp Ozark
05.2021 - 08.2021
Child Minister
Grace Bible Church
08.2020 - 05.2024
Student Leadership Representative
SBISD District Improvement Team
01.2017 - 01.2020
Student Leadership Representative
SBISD Dyslexia Awareness Panel
01.2013 - 01.2020
Bachelor of Science - Communications, Minor in Psychology
Texas A&M University
Master's of Education - Child Studies
Vanderbilt University