Jadwega Handorf

Jadwega Handorf

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Volunteer Recruiter, Manager, and Capacity Builder

  • Education

    • Aurora University

      2006 - 2008
      Master of Arts (M.A.) Elementary Education and Teaching Maintained 4.0 average

      Activities and Societies: Student Wisconsin Educational Association -Featured presenter for the M.A.T.C program at the George Williams campus graduation ceremony-Public Relations Officer for the Student Wisconsin Education Association (SWEA) chapter-Wrote a SWEA grant with other SWEA officers to help a local elementary school

    • Carroll University

      1997 - 2001
      Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) Psychology 3.57

      Activities and Societies: Carroll Concert Choir, Carroll Chamber Orchestra, Carroll Habitat for Humanity Collegiate Chapter -Graduated Cum Laude-Won outstanding senior orchestra member award-Served as both secretary and treasurer for Carroll Habitat for Humanity Collegiate Chapter-Received 4 year prestigious Voorhees Scholarship

  • Experience

    • Jennie-O Turkey Store

      Jan 2002 - Dec 2005

      1. Performed microbiological sampling of various turkey products, testing for levels of aerobic and anaerobic bacteria2. Chemically digested turkey feed samples and analyzed mineral levels using various chemical tests.3. Performed fat analysis on turkey feed samples4. Sampled mechanically separated turkey (MST) for bone particles and reported findings to the MST supervisor5. Entered chemical analysis and bacterial analysis data into a database and reported inconsistent findings to the laboratory manager. Show less 1. Performed Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) checks throughout various plant departments to ensure compliance was being followed2. Put turkey products on hold when HACCP checks failed either due to the presence of possible metal contamination or due to a failure for meat to reach temperature checks in an appropriate time3. Inspected departments throughout the Barron Plant for proper sanitation prior to line start-up 4. Assisted USDA inspectors to maintain a safe product5. Filled in, reviewed, and filed appropriate paperwork documenting daily HACCP checks had been completed Show less

      • Laboratory Technician A

        Feb 2004 - Dec 2005
      • Quality Assurance Technician

        Jan 2002 - Feb 2004
    • George Williams College of Aurora University

      Feb 2006 - May 2008
      Student Administrative Assistant

      1. Assisted the Department of Professional Studies by putting together recruitment folders2. Created mailing lists of area schools to send recruitment materials for the Master of Arts in Teaching program3. Covered the reception area of the Department of Professional Studies during evening classes to assist both students and staff

    • McHenry County Department of Health

      Jun 2007 - Aug 2007
      Summer Intern - Department of Health

      1. Collected and tested samples of mosquitoes throughout McHenry County for West Nile Virus2. Sampled water from lakes across the county and tested them for levels of E. Coli bacteria3. Shut down beaches with high levels of E. Coli bacteria, and followed up with sampling once beaches had been cleaned of waste materials4. Investigated community complaints about noxious weed infestation at various properties throughout McHenry County5. Followed up inquiries with a letter requiring mowing of property if noxious weeds were identified6. Provided an outreach booth a Woodstock Music at the Square, raising awareness of West Nile Virus with free samples of mosquito repellent Show less

    • Kangnam Poly Returnee Education Institute

      May 2008 - Jun 2009
      Kindergarten/Elementary Teacher

      1. Utilized different teaching strategies to engage learners2. Integrated technology into all subject areas3. Collaborated with a team of 12 teachers to create a variety of standardized assessments4. Assessed student progress through anecdotal records, checklists, and standardized tests5. Created a database of reading quizzes for various textbooks used by the institute

    • Kyungnam University

      Sept 2009 - Aug 2012
      English Language Instructor

      1. Utilized multiple modalities to instruct Korean university students in conversational English2. Minimized teacher talk time while increasing student talk time through authentic language activities3. Developed conversation materials for all levels of students4. Taught a variety of elective English courses including writing, business English, and interview skills5. Created a variety of assessments to gauge and measure student learning and understanding6. Developed 2 courses for the Korean Secondary English Education Teacher Training Program7. Trained Korean secondary English teachers as part of a government-sponsored program8. Liason to native Korean teachers through the Short-term Teacher Training Program Show less

    • Hanyang University

      Sept 2012 - Aug 2014
      Professor for the College English Education Committee

      1. Cultivated student self-efficacy to become confident and proficient giving academic presentations2. Instituted the learning management system Canvas for 100% of elective and Professional Academic English courses, increasing communication between students and teachers3. Created presentation and writing curriculum for non-traditional students and developed standardized rubrics for the Professional Academic English course for the CEEC4. Instructed 20-25 English language learners per class in English for academic purposes5. Trained ELL students in a variety of presentation techniques to increase mastery of presenting6. Led and administered the Essay Contest Extracurricular Committee and the Film Festival Committee, promoting the use of English for ELLs Show less

    • Barron County Habitat for Humanity

      Nov 2014 - now
      Volunteer/Outreach/Marketing/Public Relations Coordinator (AmeriCorps VISTA)

      1. Brand development, web site traffic growth, social media traffic growth, and brand recognition through advertising2. Developed volunteer recruitment strategies, volunteer training program, and volunteer recognition program3. Recruited, trained, and increased active volunteer numbers on our construction projects and at the ReStore4. Wrote and distributed a monthly Habitat e-newsletter and ReStore sales bulletin.5. Wrote and scheduled all press releases, church bulletin announcements, and radio PSAs about Barron County Habitat for Humanity6. Created presentations and informational material about Barron County Habitat for Humanity7. Scheduled speaking events, outreach events, and networked with local stakeholders to increase visibility and knowledge of both Barron County Habitat for Humanity and the ReStore8. Planned and promoted a Lincoln Driven to Give fundraising event with a local car dealership and raised over $3,000. Show less

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • TESOL Certification

      Jul 2010
  • Volunteer Experience

    • AmeriCorps VISTA

      Issued by Barron County Habitat for Humanity on Nov 2014
      Barron County Habitat for HumanityAssociated with Jadwega Handorf
    • Religious Education Assistant

      Issued by St. Joseph Catholic Church, Rice Lake, WI on Sept 2005
      St. Joseph Catholic Church, Rice Lake, WIAssociated with Jadwega Handorf
    • Secretary/Treasurer

      Issued by Habitat for Humanity, Carroll University Chapter on Sept 1997
      Habitat for Humanity, Carroll University ChapterAssociated with Jadwega Handorf
    • Entertainer

      Issued by Heritage Manor on Sept 2003
      Heritage ManorAssociated with Jadwega Handorf