Madison Peters

Sioux Falls, SD | (507)460-8762 | Madison.Herrick@icloud.com

Objective

Experienced Early Childhood & Elementary Education student skilled at caring for and educating various-
aged children. Knowledgeable about managing schedules, creating activities and lessons, and teaching
academic and life skills that benefit a child’s development in all three domains. Maintain parent objectives
while being compassionate and caring with children.

Professional Experience

Student Teaching, 2nd Grade | Harrisburg Horizon Elementary | Sioux Falls, SD 01/2024 – 05/2024
• Engaged in the 4+1 Program
• Took on responsibilities and roles of the regular classroom teacher
• Prepared materials for lessons in reading, math, science, social studies, phonics, and writing
• Created, conducted, and monitored pre- and post- assessments
• Developed and implemented classroom management strategies

Substitute Teacher | Sioux Falls School District | Sioux Falls, SD 08/2023 – 12/2023
• Maintained an orderly classroom by following the teacher’s directions for the day
• Delivered material in a creative and engaging way for students
• Provided a safe and comfortable classroom environment for students to participate in

OST Kindergarten Assistant Teacher | SDSU Fishback Center | Brookings, SD 08/2022 – 05/2023
• Organized meaningful activities that promoted development in children’s physical, cognitive, and
socio-emotional domains
• Modeled to students problem-solving skills and supported them through the process of finding a
solution
• Supported children as they practiced socio-emotional skills with peers or individually
• Created spaces where children could explore materials and engage in imaginative play

Student Teaching, Toddler Classroom | Fishback Center | Brookings, SD 08/2022 – 12/2022

• Maintained roles of the lead classroom teacher
• Prepared materials and activities for development in all domains
• Set developmental goals for each child and monitored growth in those areas
• Developed relationships with families and maintained consistent communication with them

Substitute Teacher | Brookings School District | Brookings, SD 03/2022 – 05/2023

• Maintained an orderly classroom by following the teacher’s directions for the day
• Delivered material in a creative and engaging way for students
• Provided a safe and comfortable classroom environment for students to participate in
Professional Development

Michael’s Journey | Autism Awareness Conference | Brookings, SD 03/2024

• Participated in activities and listened to various speakers regarding autism, speech and language,
social skills, visual schedules, and play therapy

South Dakota STEM ED Conference | Huron, SD 02/2024

• Attended and participated in various breakout sessions in the areas of science, technology,
engineering, and math

EPSCoR Workshop | Planning for Sense-Making in Elementary Science | Huron, SD 02/2024

• Strengthened understanding of three-dimensional science teaching through the curriculum unit
What’s in My Water Bottle?

Deciphering Dyslexia Conference | Brookings, SD 10/2022

• Participated in various reading and writing activities and took part in discussions to gain a better
understanding of dyslexia and students who learn differently

Michael’s Journey | Autism Awareness Conference | Brookings, SD 03/2022

• Listened to speakers talk about strategies, techniques, and experiences with autism and
participated in various breakout sessions

Education

South Dakota State University 05/2024

Major: Early Childhood Education

Dakota State University 05/2024

Certification: Elementary Education

Skills & Abilities

• Technological Skills
• Google Certified Educator (2022), Proficient in Microsoft Applications, Well-Versed in a
variety of educational technology tools, such as Flip, Adobe Software, Kahoot, & Quizizz