Mary Baumgardner
West Linn,OR
Summary
Motivated and compassionate professional communicator with 20 years of public service experience, including K-12 Public School Special Education paraeducator. Currently serving as an elected official in local, municipal government, since 2020.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Elected to West Linn City Council
West Linn City Council
01.2020
- Appointed Council President in 2023 by vote of council
- Filed to run for re-election this November.
West Linn Wilsonville School District, Special Education Paraeducator
West Linn Wilsonville School District
01.2003 - 01.2019
- Provided direct student support to both special needs and general education students.
Education
BA in English -
Oregon State University
Skills
- Direct verbal and written communication and advocacy with government professionals and constituents
- Managing schedules with ongoing and emerging requirements
- Handling confidential and sensitive information appropriately
- Navigating conflicting interests with tact and compassion
- Creating a positive and inclusive learning environment to foster independence and self-esteem for best student success
- Team building and coworker support in challenging learning environment
- Managing self-care and setting boundaries for safe, sustainable outcomes
Professional Development
- Portland State University, Institute for Tribal Government Certificate in Tribal Relations '23/'24 cohort
- Lane Community College, Chinuk Wawa Language series fall '24
- Portland Community College, Mediation Course 2019
Timeline
Elected to West Linn City Council
West Linn City Council
01.2020
West Linn Wilsonville School District, Special Education Paraeducator
West Linn Wilsonville School District
01.2003 - 01.2019
BA in English -
Oregon State University
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