Mr. Wilder retired from Belleville East High School in 2023, after 34 years in District 201.  He began his career at Belleville West High School and taught Spanish for 15 years.  He spent his final 19 years at Belleville East High School serving as a school counselor.  He has earned a bachelor's degree in Spanish from Western Illinois University, a master's degree in English as a Second Language from Southern Illinois University, and a master's in School Counseling from Lindenwood University.  He is a member of various professional organizations, such as ASCA, ISCA, SWISCA, IACAC, and MOACAC.  He believes there is always more to learn, always room for improvement. 

In his spare time, Mr. Wilder prefers to spend time with his family: wife Julie and two adult children Carmen and Owen.  He loves being outdoors, hiking and biking.
  
He is thrilled for the opportunity to continue doing what he loves, with the faculty and families of Father McGivney!