TOM WENDFELDT

2619 N 36th St #DD-2

Phoenix, AZ 85008
Cell: 480-208-3877
twe56e80@westpost.net
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EDUCATIONAL CONSULTANT
Dynamic educator with an outstanding record of achievement and a strong commitme
nt to academic excellence. Notable success designing academic programs and curri
culum aligned with rigorous organizational learning objectives. Passionate educa
tional leader with demonstrated strengths directing organizational initiatives a
s well as coaching, mentoring and guiding others toward common goals. Recognized
for engaging students through relevant curriculum, course content and learning
materials.
CAREER HIGHLIGHTS
* Selected to develop the districtas K-12 music curriculum. Aligned curriculum t
o the districtas rigorous objectives and Washington State Standards for Learning
.
* Integrated technology into the classroom by implementing a keyboard lab and ap
plying technology to the development and creation of music by students.
* Met Arizona State standards of excellence. Designed cross cultural and subject
area curriculum which applied to music, reading, math, art, literature, history
and science.
* Conceptualized and created a model music program that met or exceeded state st
andards in addition to meeting studentsa needs and interests.
* Examined the districtas current music program, curriculum and assessments. Det
ermined the district provided students with little choice, limited diversity in
class offerings and a lack of feeder programs.
* Expanded the music program to offer students with a choice between choral musi
c, general music and instrumental music beginning in 3rd grade.
* Employed peer coaching, student directed learning, peer assessments and indivi
dualized portfolios to self assess how well students were able to meet goals. En
couraged students to become lifelong learners.
* Earned recognition as a leader and motivator with a passion and pride in perfo
rmance excellence who strives to achieve goals. Consistently employed the motto
T.E.A.M. (together everyone achieves more).
* Established and grew a startup company into a viable retail competitor in a sm
all retail music market. Developed several online businesses.
* Competed with larger corporations in an ever tightening retail market. Researc
hed and test marketed to identify a niche market which other organizations were
not addressing.
* Emphasized personalized customer service in an effort to effectively edge out
sterile corporate stores.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
PHOENIX ELEMENTARY SCHOOL DISTRICT, Phoenix, AZ - 2009 to Present
Teacher, K-8 General Music: Engaged and inspired numerous students with relevant
curriculum. Addressed and met the needs of students by employing a wide variety
of learning styles.
* Conceptualized, planned, differentiated and implemented curriculum.
* Aligned curriculum to the school districtas rigorous learning objectives.
ROOSEVELT SCHOOL DISTRICT, Phoenix, AZ - 2008 to 2009
Substitute Teacher/Substitute Music Teacher K-8: Skillfully guided students whil
e adhering to the districtas mission and visions.
* Cultivated a classroom environment which promoted the development of positive
self concept for all students.
* Challenged and motivated students to actively participate.
GUITAR CENTER INC., Scottsdale, AZ - 2004 to 2008
Pro Audio Department Manager/Sales Associate: Set challenging objectives and led
a team of associates in promotion of products. Selected, hired, trained and sup
ervised staff. Maintained inventory and monitored stock supply.
* Maximized sales by strategically showcasing merchandise.
* Built rapport and developed a loyal customer base.
SELAH MUSIC INC., Selah, WA - 1993 to 2003
President and CEO, General Manager of Retail Operations: Hired and developed an
exceptional team of private instructors. Oversaw all aspects of purchasing and i
nventory. Administered human resource functions. Supervised physical plant opera
tions.
* Generated sales in the organization by developing and implementing high impact
advertising and targeted marketing campaigns. Analyzed and developed key e-comm
erce initiatives.
* Conducted market analysis and developed new products.
* Engaged students by providing one-on-one musical instruction.
EAST VALLEY SCHOOL DISTRICT, Yakima, WA - 1990 to 2001
Public Administrator/Music Educator K-12: Performed administrative duties while
serving as an intern and substitute principal. Supervised over 45 certificated a
nd 5 non-certificated employees while educating 650 students. Inspired and instr
ucted 300 to 600 students daily.
* Spearheaded numerous committees dealing with educational and instructional iss
ues, which included fund raising, PTA and community outreach.
* Earned the K-12 endorsement in music education, certified instrumental, vocal
and general music.
* Collaborated with committees to address educational and instructional issues i
ncluding development of K-12 music curriculum.
EARLIER ROLES
WAITSBURG SCHOOL DISTRICT, Waitsburg, WA
Educator: Engaged K-12 students by providing instrumental, vocal and general mus
ic instruction. Served as a drama instructor. Motivated students while serving a
s a high school guidance counselor.
EDUCATION
HERITAGE COLLEGE, Toppenish, WA
Master of Arts - Public Administration
CENTRAL WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY, Ellensburg, WA
Bachelor of Arts - Music Education