Engage Learning Studio

Hi, I’m Madie! I’m an educator with a background in adult ESL and memory care, focused on creating meaningful, real-life learning experiences for diverse learners. My work centers on helping adult learners build confidence in everyday communication through practical and engaging lessons. In addition to my ESL experience, I’ve worked extensively in senior living and memory care, where I developed programs that support cognitive engagement, emotional connection, and dignity. This experience shapes my approach to teaching—one that prioritizes clarity, patience, and human connection.

My teaching style is rooted in structured, scaffolded learning designed to support adult learners in accelerated environments. I have experience creating and teaching lessons within 3-hour class blocks, where pacing, clarity, and engagement are essential. My lessons integrate speaking, listening, reading, and writing through interactive, real-life activities that encourage active participation and build practical communication skills. I focus on helping learners gain confidence in everyday situations by making language both accessible and meaningful. In addition, my memory care activities prioritize creative, strengths-based activities that engage both the intellect and the senses- supporting cognitive stimulation while honoring each individual’s abilities. Through this approach, I strive to create learning environments where all individuals feel engaged, capable, and valued

Community Life Director (promoted to leadership role) Employee of the Month recipient Experience in adult ESL instruction and memory care programming Focus on real-life, strengths-based learning and engagement

Communications degree TEFL Certification Certified Dementia Practitioner Additional experience in public health and community-based learning

I’m passionate about creating meaningful, human-centered learning experiences that go beyond traditional instruction. My work is deeply rooted in connection—whether that’s helping adult learners find their voice in a new language or creating engaging, strengths-based experiences for individuals in memory care. I’m especially drawn to approaches that integrate creativity, communication, and real-life application, and I believe learning should feel both empowering and accessible at every stage of life. Outside of my work, I enjoy writing, storytelling, and exploring ways to bring more creativity and connection into everyday experiences.