- I participate in various sports activities for physical activity, camaraderie, and personal growth
- Committed to improving personal fitness through regular participation in running
- Team Sports
- Enjoy hobbies that combine physical activity with outdoor exploration
- I participate in a variety of outdoor recreation: kayaking, hiking, playing sports, camping, running, downhill and cross country skiing
- Music
- Acting and Theater
- Photography
- Morris Dance and Longsword Dance - English Folk Style Dancing
- Volunteer Work
- Participating in fundraising events to support local charities, schools, or community projects
- Homelessness Outreach: offering time and support to our local shelters for the homeless of men, women, and families
- I like trying new recipes and food trends
- Growing herbs, vegetables in community gardens
- I enjoy cooking for friends and family gatherings
- Enjoying the art of baking and pastry-making, experimenting with recipes
- Drone Piloting
- Knitting
- Paranormal research and investigation
- Railbiking
Jim Bergren
Battle Ground,WA
Summary
Innovative professional experience in multimedia broadcast ministry with expertise in strategic planning, team management and education. Ability to drive project coordination, foster relationships, and enhance staff development, contributing to impactful ministry outcomes.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Multimedia Ministries
Bethel Lutheran Church, Brush Prairie
Washington
04.2021 - Current
K-5 Planner
Evergreen Public Schools
Vancouver, WA
08.2005 - 06.2019
Taught primary education subjects for kindergarten through fifth grade.
Elementary Music Specialist
Battle Ground Public Schools
Battle Ground, WA
08.1998 - 06.2005
Teacher, 5th/6th Grade
Mt. View Christian School
Ridgefield, WA
08.1997 - 06.1998
Teacher, Kindergarten and Special Ed Kindergarten
Battle Ground Public Schools
Battle Ground, WA
08.1995 - 06.1997
Administrative Receptionist
The Grotto Portland
Portland, OR
06.1991 - 06.1997
Apprentice Funeral Director and Embalmer
Lincoln Willamette Funeral Directors
Portland, OR
07.1987 - 06.1990
Education
Course Studies - Curriculum And Instruction
City University of Seattle
Vancouver, WATeaching Licensure - Teaching
Corban University
Salem, ORBachelor of Science - Human Development
Warner Pacific College
Portland, ORMortuary Science -
Mt. Hood Community College
Gresham, ORBiblical Studies -
Trinity Lutheran College
Issaquah, WASkills
- Relationship building
- Strategic planning
- Verbal and written communication
- Decision-making
- Team management
- Creativity and innovation
- Project coordination
- Staff development
- Lighting and camera techniques
- Scene staging
- Teamwork and collaboration
Interests
Timeline
Director of Multimedia Ministries
Bethel Lutheran Church, Brush Prairie
04.2021 - Current
K-5 Planner
Evergreen Public Schools
08.2005 - 06.2019
Elementary Music Specialist
Battle Ground Public Schools
08.1998 - 06.2005
Teacher, 5th/6th Grade
Mt. View Christian School
08.1997 - 06.1998
Teacher, Kindergarten and Special Ed Kindergarten
Battle Ground Public Schools
08.1995 - 06.1997
Administrative Receptionist
The Grotto Portland
06.1991 - 06.1997
Apprentice Funeral Director and Embalmer
Lincoln Willamette Funeral Directors
07.1987 - 06.1990
Course Studies - Curriculum And Instruction
City University of Seattle
Teaching Licensure - Teaching
Corban University
Bachelor of Science - Human Development
Warner Pacific College
Mortuary Science -
Mt. Hood Community College
Biblical Studies -
Trinity Lutheran College