Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Philanthropy
Affiliations
Certification
Languages
Websites
Accomplishments
References
Timeline
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Elyse U. Baerga

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Summary

Dynamic educational leader with extensive experience in student services at Woodbridge School District. Proven track record in fostering positive school climates and enhancing student support programs. Bilingual proficiency and effective communication skills drive collaboration among staff and community stakeholders, ensuring compliance and equity in educational practices.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Director of Student Services

Woodbridge School District
07.2018 - Current
  • Director of Special Education.
  • Special Education and 504 Plan Compliance Officer.
  • Director of Equity and Support.
  • Oversee Visiting Teacher and school-based attendance.
  • Oversee McKinney Vento.
  • Oversee Foster Care.
  • Oversee Relative Care Applications.
  • Oversee School Counselors.
  • Oversee School Nurses.
  • Oversee Pupil Accounting Coordinator.
  • Oversee Special Education Unit Count.
  • Manage and oversee school data collection.
  • Title IX Investigator and Coordinator.
  • District-wide translator.
  • Oversee TOY, ESPOY, and BHPOY.
  • Oversee School District Discipline Data.
  • Oversee Volunteer and Mentoring Program for the district.
  • Oversee specialized services and instruction for students.
  • Work Collaboratively with all district staff.
  • Work directly under the Superintendent.
  • Work collaboratively with all building and district-level admin.
  • Work collaboratively with School Board to create and implement policy to support student improvement.

Principal

Smyrna School District
Smyrna
01.2011 - 07.2018
  • Leader of Curriculum.
  • Construct Master Schedule.
  • Hire all staff.
  • Recruit Educators.
  • Oversee Staff Disciplinary Matters.
  • Oversee School Choice, at building level.
  • Evaluate and Observe all Educators.
  • Cultivate Positive School Climate.
  • Oversee and Develop Code of Conduct, at building level.
  • Oversee Discipline at District Level.
  • Oversee Student Transitions to Alternative Placements.
  • Oversee School Safety.
  • Oversee School Security.
  • Oversee Staff and Student Attendance.
  • Implement and Develop School and District-Level Policies.
  • Implement Team Building Activities.
  • Manage School Climate and Culture.
  • Manage School Profile.
  • Parent Teacher Organization.
  • Communicate with all Parents.
  • Host Community and School Events.
  • Implement Positive Behavior Support.
  • Implement Restorative Practices.
  • Provide Counseling.
  • Develop and Manage Mental Health Programs.
  • Communicate with Division of Family Services, as needed.
  • Manage School Budget.
  • District Translator.
  • Manage and Oversee IEP’s and 504 Plans.
  • Create Specialized Educational Programs.
  • Oversee and Manage school-based instructional units.

Associate Principal

John Bassett Moore Intermediate School
Smyrna
01.2008 - 01.2011

Associate Principal

Smyrna High School
Smyrna
01.2005 - 01.2008

High School Teacher

Smyrna High School
Smyrna
01.2003 - 01.2005

Elementary School Teacher

Drew Pyle Elementary School
Wilmington
01.2002 - 01.2003

Middle School Teacher

Roberto Clemente Middle School
Philadelphia
01.2000 - 01.2002

Education

Masters - Educational Leadership

Wilmington University
Wilmington, DE
01.2006

Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood/Elementary Education

Temple University
Philadelphia, PA
01.2000

High School Diploma -

The Peddie School
Hightstown, NJ
01.1996

Skills

  • Child development expertise
  • Effective communication
  • Classroom management
  • Curricular implementation
  • Multicultural competence
  • Marketing and promotion
  • Leadership qualities
  • Facility maintenance oversight
  • School improvement plans
  • Academic instruction
  • Staff leadership
  • Discipline enforcement
  • Teaching and learning assessments
  • Grant proposals
  • Recruitment and hiring
  • Fundraising strategies
  • Observe teachers
  • Special education compliance
  • Community outreach
  • Positive school climate
  • Advisory council involvement
  • Committee participation
  • School safety training
  • Bilingual proficiency (Spanish)

Philanthropy

  • Boys and Girls Club of Delaware, Smyrna, DE, Board Member, 01/01/11, 01/01/21
  • Police Athletic League (PAL), Smyrna, DE, Board Member, 01/01/11, 01/01/21
  • Special Olympics, DE, Volunteer and Coach, 01/01/12, Present
  • Member of La Colectiva Fall 2020 to Present

Affiliations

  • Nominated for Special Education Director of the Year 2025
  • Active Member of La Collectiva

Certification

  • Possess Teaching Certificate in the areas of Elementary K to 8, Special Education K to 12, Middle Level English Language Arts, Middle Level Grades 6 – 8, Middle Level Social Studies, School Leadership K to 12, Principal, Certified Central Office Personnel, Superintendent or Assistant Superintendent.

Languages

Spanish
Native/ Bilingual

Accomplishments

  • Experience working with Elementary School, Middle School, and High School students.
  • High Standards for School Morale.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Director of Student Services

Woodbridge School District
07.2018 - Current

Principal

Smyrna School District
01.2011 - 07.2018

Associate Principal

John Bassett Moore Intermediate School
01.2008 - 01.2011

Associate Principal

Smyrna High School
01.2005 - 01.2008

High School Teacher

Smyrna High School
01.2003 - 01.2005

Elementary School Teacher

Drew Pyle Elementary School
01.2002 - 01.2003

Middle School Teacher

Roberto Clemente Middle School
01.2000 - 01.2002

Masters - Educational Leadership

Wilmington University

Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood/Elementary Education

Temple University

High School Diploma -

The Peddie School

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