1. WADE KOCHENDORFER
1324 Wedgewood Ave. Eau Claire, WI 54703
waderk@icloud.com
Objective
Landing a position where there is a need for my teaching skills such as increasing learning while establishing
positive, effective relationships with students, parents, staff and the community. Willing to learn other avenues.
Summary of Qualifications
• Exceptional communication skills with the ability to establish relationships with students, parents, staff and the
community
• Reflective educator who continually evaluates the effects of his instruction and actively seeks opportunities to grow
professionally
• Able to create challenging, enriching and innovative activities that address the diverse needs of students
• Excited to collaborate with staff to enrich curriculum and the quality of education of children
• Ability to teach children to think by relating class material to the world beyond the classroom
• Enthusiastic leader who will seek out opportunities for involvement in extra-curricular activities
Education
The University of Wisconsin-Stout, Menomonie, WI Wisconsin’s Polytechnic University
Major: Early Childhood Education Degree: Bachelor of Science, August 2007
Certifications: Birth-Grade 3, First Aid, CPR and SIDS
Honors:
• Chancellor's Award in Academic Excellence
• Stout Academic Honor Society
• Praxis Recognition of Excellence Award in Elementary Education Content Knowledge
Teaching Related Experience
Chippewa Falls Head Start
Four Year Old Kindergarten Teacher
• Creating a positive impact on children, families and the communities in which we work.
• Was entrusted to educate our most precious resources, the children.
• Following federal regulations and guidelines as they pertain to Head Start.
Eau Claire Area School District
Four Year Old Kindergarten Teacher - Assistant
• Providing young children and their families access to quality early learning experiences that positively impact our
community now and in the future
• Enjoyed a combination classroom – EC4T, Head Start and Special Ed.
Children's House Montessori School
Four Year Old Kindergarten Teacher (August 2010 to 2013)
• Providing young learners opportunities to grow and thrive in a safe and healthy environment
• Delivering a blended, comprehensive system of high quality early childhood education and care for all children in
our community
• Head Start coordinator
Eau Claire and Chippewa Falls School Districts
Substitute Teacher (September 2007 to 2010)
• Presented engaging and developmentally appropriate lessons, while consistently modifying teaching techniques to
assist the diverse individual needs of the students
• Cultivated positive, respectful relationships with students and co-workers

2. WADE KOCHENDORFER
1324 Wedgewood Ave. Eau Claire, WI 54703
waderk@icloud.com
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Menomonie Parks and Recreation Department
Lead Teacher, Sports for Fun! Disk Golf (Summers 2008, 2009, 2015, 2016)
• Demonstrated ability to motivate, instruct and connect with students age 5-12
• Emphasized sportsmanship and team building skills playing games in a positive environment
• Interacted collaboratively with students and staff to enrich learning experience
School District of Philadelphia, John Moffet Elementary School
Philadelphia Urban Seminar Program (May 2008)
• Excelled while teaching in a cultural immersion program by developing a strong working relationship with the
teaching staff, students and parents
• Developed a leadership role among peers during daily debriefing and reflecting in learning forums as well as a
community involvement work project
Menomonie Parks and Rec. Developmentally Disabled Adult Recreation Program
Thursday Night Thrill Seekers (Feb. 2006 to Present)
• Collaborated with colleague to create activities for a variety of developmental abilities
• Established productive relationships with consumers, staff, volunteers and the community
Eau Claire Parks and Recreation
Outdoor Skating Rink Supervisor (1989-2000)
• Enriched the Eau Claire Skating Rink Program by helping to develop exciting physical activities
• Encouraged people of all ages to develop good habits for saying fit and active in winter months
• Collaborated with the community to develop a safe and nurturing environment for area skaters
Work Experience
Kell Container Corp. Chippewa Falls, WI
Three Color Rotary Die Cut Press Operator (2002 – Nov. 2005)
• Successfully balanced working full time and pursing ECE Degree to achieve a 4.0 GPA
• Received excellent performance evaluations highlighting resourcefulness, respect and flexibility
3M Inc. Eau Claire, WI
Photolithography Associate (1999-2002)
• Demonstrated strong product knowledge and interpersonal skills by seeking further advancement
• Upheld a strong work ethic by perfect attendance and solid interpersonal communication
Professional and Community Involvement
• Family Service Credential
• Non-violent Crisis Intervention Training
• Stout Academic Honor Society
• Stout Association for Education of Young Children (SAEYC)
• Student Wisconsin Education Association (SWEA)
• National Education Association (NEA)
• Special Olympic Volunteer
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