Michelle L.

Rochel
610 Ridge Road
Osceola, WI 54020
(715)-417-0259

Education:
St. Mary’s University
Master’s of Education Degree: Master’s in Education
Graduation Date: April 2018

St. Cloud State University

Bachelor of Science Degree: Elementary Education
Graduation Date: May 24, 1991

Middle Level 5-8 Social Studies Specialty

Date Completed: July 13, 2004

Licenses:
Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction-Elementary Education 1-6,
Social Studies 6-8.
State of Minnesota Department of Education-Elementary Education 1-6,
Social Studies 6-8.
Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction – 5051 Principal, PREK –grade 12

Teacher
Experience:
Middle School Science and Social Studies Teacher, Fifth/Sixth Grade Religion Teacher, St.
Anne Catholic School, Somerset, WI
 Created meaningful prayer services and guided meditations.
 Incorporated Circle of Power and Respect as part of morning routine.
 Created “hands on” science activities.
 Supplemented science and social studies curriculum with creative
activities.
 Worked on curriculum committee in selecting social studies textbooks.
 Communicated with parents through Progress Reports every three weeks.
 Worked closely with parents and students to implement academic and/or
behavior plans.
 Communicated with Somerset Middle School team of concerns and
referrals.
 Developed and implemented buddy activities with Pre-Kindergarten
students.
 Supervised two student teachers from UW – River Falls.
 Mentored new teacher to meet PI-34 criteria.
 Facilitated and chaperoned seven Washington D.C. trips.
 Facilitated middle school orientation for upcoming sixth grade students.
 Designed and incorporated mini courses during Catholic Education Week.
 Co-drafted middle school guidelines and expectations related to behavior
issues.
 Co-drafted middle school locker and lock policy.
 Completed PDP training.
  Accepted responsibility of serving on several interview committees.
 Coordinated many fundraisers for Washington D.C. trips.
 Aided in selecting Home and School Scholarship recipient.
6/98 – present

First Grade Teacher, St. Anne School, Somerset, WI

 Taught the Companion Reading Program.
 Supplemented all areas of the existing curriculum with creative activities.
 Promoted many cooperative learning opportunities.
 Created “hands on” science activities.
 Worked on curriculum committee in selecting math and science
textbooks.
 Taught K-1 physical education.
 Coordinated annual candy sales.
 Aided in selecting scholarship recipient.
6/91-6/98
Related
Experience:
Assumption of Blessed Virgin Mary, East Farmington, WI
 Lector
 Eucharistic Minister
 Chairperson for the Dice Game at the Fall Festival.
 Auction clerk – handle all money from silent and live auction
 Play Bingo at the Osceola Nursing Home.
 Bake goods for funerals.
 Sell Scrip after Mass.
 Member of the Assumption Catholic Council for Women.
6/91-present

Diocesan Teacher/Catechist Fall Institute, Rice Lake, WI

 Presenter of “Out in Space! Space Education for Teachers”
10/02
 Co-presenter of “Finding Faith in Stress”
10/06

South West Deanery Council of Catholic Women

 Deanery Treasurer
 Responsible for all accounting duties
 Create treasurer reports for meetings
 Collect dues from parishes
4/11
 Deanery President and President Elect
 Responsible for leading spring and fall meeting
 Work with parishes to find host deanery meetings
 Work with board members to create lasting relationships
4/12 - present
Superior Diocese Council of Catholic Women
 Diocesan Secretary
  Take detailed minutes at board meetings
 Ask for approval of minutes
 Collaborate with other ladies of Catholic faith
 Individual member of the National Council of Catholic Women
 Attend board meetings and diocesan conventions
4/14 – 6/16
Special honors:
 2003 Kohl’s Fellowship Teacher Recipient
 2010 Elizabeth Ann Seton Educator of the Year Recipient
 2015 Outstanding Collaborating Professional Recipient

References available upon request