ELLEN BERGER
West Chester
Summary
Seeking a challenging leadership position where I can apply my experience in teaching and supervising, as well as my educational preparation, to play a key role in the success and growth of faculty and students.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
ELD Specialist
Lower Merion School District
11.2014 - Current
- Screened, tested and placed EL learners in the Title III program.
- Designed and implemented an ELD program that facilitated the process of acquiring proficiency in the English language (speaking, listening, reading writing).
- Modified and adapted general education curricula and assessments to meet the individual needs of the English language learner.
- Educated the English language learners and their families about the beliefs, behaviors and expectations of American schools.
- Encouraged interdepartmental and cross-functional team collaboration.
- Coordinated communication between families, students and school administration to create an effective and culturally-sensitive learning environment.
- Managed several internet-based language programs.
- Facilitated Professional Development sessions regarding best practices and strategies to assist the EL student.
ELD Specialist
Coatesville Area School DIstrict
08.2005 - 10.2014
ELD Curriculum Coordinator
Coatesville Area School District
8 2006 - 8 2012
- Provided leadership, coordination and innovation in the curricular area of English Language Development
- Facilitated intra-departmental communication and collaboration.
- Participated in the, recruitment, screening, interviewing, training, supervising, leading and assignment of department personnel.
- Implemented an ongoing program of curriculum including the evaluation and recommendation of revisions in subject area curricula.
- Assisted in the preparation of the department budget and annual recommendations for departmental purchases.
- Coordinated with outside agencies such as: Migrant Education, Intermediate Units, and Social Services.
- Educated district staff on Title III laws and regulations.
- Created multimedia presentations for staff development
- Coordinated and facilitated communication between the community, parents, students and school administration to create an effective and culturally-sensitive learning environment.
- Managed several internet-based language programs.
Special Education Teacher
San Francisco Unified School District
8 1998 - 7 2003
Education
Supervisory Certification: Supervisor of Curriculum and Instruction - undefined
Gwynedd Mercy University
Gwynedd, PA2018
Master Degree - Education
Cabrini College
King of Prussia, PA2009
Bachelor of Arts - Art History
Ithaca College
Ithaca, NY1995
Multiple Subject, CLAD Teaching Credential - Education
San Francisco State University
San Francisco, CA2000
Distance Learning Certification - Distance/Cyber Learning
University Of California - San Diego
La Jolla, CA2014
Skills
- Professional Learning Community leader/member
- Curriculum Writing
- Google Docs and Google Drive
- MS Office and instructional technologies
- Cultural Proficiency advocate
- Professional Development trainer
- Independent project completion
- Ability in Spanish language
- Beginner Arabic learner
Certifications
Pennsylvania: Administrative: Supervisor of Curriculum & Instruction Instructional: ELD Specialist K-12
Florida: Administrative: School Leader Instructional: Special Education K-12, ESOL K-12, Art K-12, Elementary Education K-6
California: Instructional: Multiple Subject, CLAD (Cross Cultural, Language & Academic Development Emphasis)
Languages
English language proficiency
Conversational ability in the Spanish language
Timeline
ELD Specialist
Lower Merion School District
11.2014 - Current
ELD Specialist
Coatesville Area School DIstrict
08.2005 - 10.2014
Supervisory Certification: Supervisor of Curriculum and Instruction - undefined
Gwynedd Mercy University
Master Degree - Education
Cabrini College
Bachelor of Arts - Art History
Ithaca College
Multiple Subject, CLAD Teaching Credential - Education
San Francisco State University
Distance Learning Certification - Distance/Cyber Learning
University Of California - San Diego
ELD Curriculum Coordinator
Coatesville Area School District
8 2006 - 8 2012
Special Education Teacher
San Francisco Unified School District
8 1998 - 7 2003
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