Tonya Wendling
Waldron,Indiana
Summary
Dynamic and highly organized professional with 33 years of experience supporting complex operations, managing detailed records, and coordinating communication in fast-paced environments. Known for exceptional administrative accuracy, strong interpersonal communication, and the ability to multitask while adapting to shifting priorities. Brings proven flexibility, professionalism, and problem-solving skills developed through decades of mentoring educators, co-owning a small business, and serving as secretary of the local teachers’ union. Ready to contribute strong organizational support, customer service, and process efficiency in a corporate setting.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher / Classroom Manager
Waldron Elementary School
Waldron, IN
08.1993 - Current
- Managed daily schedules, coordinated meetings, and maintained detailed records.
- Prepared reports, correspondence, and instructional materials with accuracy.
- Served as primary contact for parents, staff, and administrators.
- Consistently met student growth expectations 95%-100% in the last 5 years.
- Mentored student teachers and younger educators across the school corporation.
- Served as Secretary of the local teachers’ union, managing minutes and communications.
- Utilized Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and school data systems.
Co-Owner / Administrative & Operations Support
Wendling Home Improvement
Waldron, IN
01.1999 - Current
- Manage business records, financial tracking, invoicing, and budgeting.
- Coordinate scheduling, customer communication, and project timelines.
- Maintain receipts, contracts, and documentation with accuracy and organization.
- Provide hands-on project support, demonstrating flexibility and multitasking.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Education
Indiana University, Indianapolis
Indianapolis, IN05-1993
Skills
- Office Administration
- Recordkeeping & Filing
- Calendar Management
- Customer Service
- Written & Verbal Communication
- Data Entry & Accuracy
- Document Preparation
- Event Coordination
- Microsoft Office
- Google Workspace
- Multitasking & Flexibility
- Confidentiality
- Problem-Solving
Timeline
Co-Owner / Administrative & Operations Support
Wendling Home Improvement
01.1999 - Current
Teacher / Classroom Manager
Waldron Elementary School
08.1993 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Education
Indiana University, Indianapolis
Professional Development
- Crisis Intervention & De-escalation Training (TBRI Methodology) | 2024
- Advanced Professional Communication (20 Graduate Credits in Counseling Psychology) | Indiana University, Indianapolis
- Information Synthesis & Document Analysis (Butler University)