Ruth Berg
Valley City
Summary
Enthusiastic and flexible professional with a strong background in education and foster care, notably at Litchville-Marion School District 46. My husband and I have been foster parents for many years and are the parents of 6 children. I have dedicated my life to education and children and I am familiar with the challenges associated with foster care. I remain positive under times of stress or conflict and work well with others.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Title One Interventionist
Litchville-Marion School District 46
Marion, ND
08.2013 - Current
- Gathered, organized, and analyzed data on student needs and progress.
- Developed strong relationships with students, fostering trust and promoting a positive learning environment.
- Collaborated with teachers to assess needs, set objectives, and discuss strategies.
- Conducted small group instruction focusing on specific skill areas, allowing for targeted remediation efforts within the classroom setting.
- Encouraged parental involvement in the education process through consistent updates on student progress, recommendations for at-home support, and invitations to school events.
- Took leadership role as principal when administration was absent.
Foster Parent
Social Services
Valley City
01.1998 - 03.2023
- Maintained open communication with caseworkers and support teams to ensure that the needs of each child were being met effectively.
- Managed daily routines and schedules, fostering consistency and stability in the lives of foster children.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices in foster care provision.
- Reduced problem behaviors with positive reinforcement and supportive techniques.
- Enhanced the well-being of foster children by providing a safe, nurturing environment and addressing emotional, social, and educational needs.
Speech Therapist Assistant
Sheyenne Valley Special Education Unit
Valley City, ND
08.2007 - 05.2013
- Enhanced patient progress by implementing individualized speech therapy plans and tracking improvements.
- Supported patients'' development of expressive and receptive language skills through engaging activities and exercises.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress, challenges faced, and potential solutions for improvement in care delivery.
- Collaborated with speech therapists to develop comprehensive treatment strategies for clients with various communication disorders.
Education
Associate of Science - Speech Language
Lake Region
Devil's LakeBachelor of Science - Education
Valley City State University
Valley City, NDSkills
- Ongoing Professional Development
- Performance Tracking
- Conflict Resolution Strategies
- Effective Organizational Skills
- Adaptable Mindset
Timeline
Title One Interventionist
Litchville-Marion School District 46
08.2013 - Current
Speech Therapist Assistant
Sheyenne Valley Special Education Unit
08.2007 - 05.2013
Foster Parent
Social Services
01.1998 - 03.2023
Associate of Science - Speech Language
Lake Region
Bachelor of Science - Education
Valley City State University
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