Wade Iseminger
Vancouver,WA
Summary
Dynamic educator with a strong work ethic and effective leadership skills, previously at Ocosta School District. Successfully implemented differentiated instruction, boosting student achievement through targeted interventions. Proficient in Excel and Google Suite, I fostered a supportive learning environment while leading grade-level initiatives and coaching sports, enhancing both academic and extracurricular engagement.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Classroom Teacher
Ocosta School District
08.1994 - 02.2025
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies, ensuring all students were able to access the curriculum and make progress in their learning.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices in education and refining instructional techniques accordingly.
- Established clear expectations for behavior and classroom management, creating a respectful and productive learning atmosphere.
- Boosted student confidence through consistent encouragement and positive reinforcement, fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Conducted small group interventions for struggling learners, providing targeted support that led to increased academic achievement.
- Assessed student progress using various assessment tools, adjusting instruction as needed to address identified areas of need.
- Wrote grants for and received funding for science, technology, and extra-curricular activities.
- Served as a team leader for grade-level initiatives, coordinating efforts among faculty members to achieve shared goals related to curriculum and instruction improvement.
- Union leadership (treasurer, vice-president, and president); lead contract negotiator, worked collaboratively with school administration.
- Coached junior high and high school basketball, attending multiple clinics to learn new strategies, improve coaching skills, and stay up to date with new trends in the game.
- Associated Student Body advisor; taught student leadership skills, operated a school store.
- Founded a unicycle riding club, taught unicycle skills to hundreds of individuals.
Education
Masters in Teaching - Elementary Education
Eastern Washington University
Cheney, WA06-1994
Bachelor of Science - Agricultural Economics
Washington State University
Pullman, WA05-1989
Skills
- Skilled in Excel and Word applications
- Experienced with Google Suite applications
- Service excellence
- Effective leadership
- Strong work ethic
- Goal-oriented
Accomplishments
- Named "Teacher of the Year" at Ocosta Elementary School in 2020.
- "Community Hero" Award; KSWW - FM 102.1 (Aberdeen, WA) March 2019.
- Two time Golden Acorn Award recipient (2006 & 2010), for exemplary and outstanding volunteerism and service to the PTA.
- Terry Huggins Inspiration Award, for contributions to the betterment of the Ocosta athletic programs (1998).
Timeline
Classroom Teacher
Ocosta School District
08.1994 - 02.2025
Masters in Teaching - Elementary Education
Eastern Washington University
Bachelor of Science - Agricultural Economics
Washington State University