Contact information:
Madeline Finstad
Phone: +1(920)-676-0442
Email: madeline.finstad@icloud.com
My blog link: https://maddiefinstad.knight.domains
Professional Summary:
As a future educator, my understanding is that each child is unique, learns differently, and has different needs. My goal is to be able to adjust each lesson to fit every students needs so they can all be successful. I have had some wonderful teachers who have done this for me, and now I want to be that for the future generation.
Education:
- I attended De Pere High School, and graduated in 2025
- Currently attending St Norbert College with an Elementary Education major and a language arts minor
- Anticipating to graduate in 2029
- On the De Pere swim team all through high school and competed on the Green Bay Swim Club from age 6 all the way through high school as well
Certifications:
- CPR certification
- Red Cross Lifeguard certification
Experience working with children:
- Floater at St. Norbert Children’s Center (May 2026-present)
- Supervise children ages 2 – 5
- Prepare and serve meals for lunchtime and snack
- Help with student work
- Assist with nap time routines
- Observed classrooms (K-4 and special education) at Susie C. Altmayer Elementary School (May 2026)
- Volunteered at Ashwaubenon Swim Clinic (October 2026)
- Help instruct on proper stroke technique
Previous Employment:
- Green Bay YWCA as lifeguard and swim instructor (June 2022-August 2025)
- Taught children ages 18 months – school age water safety and beginning stroke technique
- Observed children and spectators, remained alert and prepared for emergency situations