Paula L. Westerman has over 25 years of experience in educational administration, including serving as principal of Eastern York Middle School and Kreutz Creek Elementary School. She holds an Ed.D in School Administration as well as master's and bachelor's degrees in education. Westerman has a proven track record of developing new programs, building organizational capacity, and establishing community partnerships throughout her career.

1. PAULA L. WESTERMAN
142 Huntingwood Drive
Lancaster, PA 17602
(717) 847-9499 (c) westermanp209@gmail.com (717) 390-2028 (h)
EDUCATIONAL CONSULTANT
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
A demonstrated leader and role model who makes a positive impact on organizations through creating solutions that
are concrete and job-embedded. Highly effective in a professional environment where expectations and achievements
are transparent and the fostering of collaboration is evident. A history of career progression based on a track record of
success in developing new programs and initiatives by combining intellect and resources to enhance organizational
growth. Motivated by taking a project from inception to successful completion. Highly focused on personal integrity
and the importance of a strong work ethic.
SELECTED ACCOMPLISHMENTS
Leadership / Influence
 Executive Leadership. Reporting to the Superintendent of Schools, maintained ultimate accountability for
assigned site including daily operations of building and ensurance of K-12 curricula delivery. Supervised
faculty of up to 55 and staff of 20 employees including administrative staff, classroom assistants,
secretaries, cafeteria employees, custodians and school nurse. Credentials consist of degrees in Ed.D School
Administration, M.E. Educational Administration, B.S. Elementary Education / Early Childhood Development.
Responsible for mapping all K-12 curriculum and Essential Standards. Member of the Administrative
Cabinet. Chaired the Curriculum Leadership Team. Member of the Strategic Planning Committee. Chaired or
served on numerous adjunct committees. Received Governor’s Award of Excellence (2013).
 Organizational Objectives. Established and maintained an effective positive working environment
to ensure attainment of organizational goals. Facilitated, monitored and reported status of assigned
activities to demonstrate adherence, review and alignment with organizational standards to the Board of
Directors.
 Facility / Financial Management. Provided oversight of the facility operations including budgets, facility
maintenance, systems management, safety regulations and building schedule.
 Learning Material Assessment. Coordinated formative assessments for course standards, course content
and writing assessments. Maintained system for textbook adoption. Coordinator and System Administrator
for Performance Plus Suite (Assessment Builder, Curriculum Connector, Performance Tracker). Utilized
Performance Plus Suite for Assessment and Curricular Data-Driven Decisions.
Building Organizational / Talent Capacity
 New Program Creation. Implemented Full-Day Kindergarten. Coordinated Extended Learning Day Programs.
Implemented and maintained Peer Mediation Program. Developed and provided Pre-School Workshops for
parents on Developmentally Appropriate Practices. Assisted with developing and implementing an
instructional program that is aligned with the School District Assessment Plan and State Standards.
 Organizational Expansion. Served as Coordinator of Odysseyware Academy Cyber School. Assisted with the
eStrategic Plan Mid-Point Review and Comprehensive Plan. Assisted in Structuring the Process for Building
Student Achievement Plans, S.M.A.R.T. Goals and At-Risk Plans.
 Training & Development. Provided leadership and training workshops to staff to enrich professional skills,
ensure understanding of educational objectives. Supported e-learning initiatives, reading and math student
interventions, and training for teacher on boarding. Contributed to the Development and Attainment of
Goals in the District’s Strategic Plan for Professional Learning Communities Initiative.

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Developing Partnerships
 Building A Collaborative Organizational Culture. Worked collaboratively with administrators, department
chairs, subject area coordinators, and other curriculum leaders to develop and monitor instructional
programs. Served as Coordinator for Conference on Creating Collaborative Teams as Part of Professional
Learning Communities Initiative. Communicated with staff and parents through Monthly Home/School
Newsletters. Provided student orientations for targeted grade levels and new students. Provided support
for Summer Pre-Kindergarten Program, Summer Camps and Summer Instructional Programs.
 Developing Partnerships with Community Resources. Identified and linked school and community
resources for effective instructional programming. Served as District Representative for YMCA Local Board of
Managers. Produced Eastern York School District Community Relations Video. Assisted with Get Real
Program for Middle School and High School students sponsored by the York County Jewish Community
Center. Maintained L.E.E.P. (Police/School Partnership for organization and study skills). Maintained
D.A.R.E. Education. Housed community programs including summer camp, before and after school care and
a school-wide clothing drive.
Creating / Administering Funding Sources
 Grant Application. Prepared, submitted, and monitored Federal and State Grant Applications, Programs
and Budgets that involved curriculum-related tasks.
 Grant Administration. Coordinated Federal Programs, Title I School Improvement Grant, and ARRA Grant,
Accountability Block Grant, PA-Pact Grant, Keystones to Opportunity Grant Pre-Application, Safe and Drug-
Free Schools and Communities Grant, Safe Schools Targeted Grant, Dual Enrollment Grant and
Lincoln Smart Choices Abstinence Education Grant.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
EASTERN YORK SCHOOL DISTRICT - Wrightsville, PA August 1999 – June 2015
Eastern York Middle School Principal, Grades 6-8 (March 2011 – June 2015)
Instructional Program Specialist, K-12 (August 2008 – August 2011)
Kreutz Creek Elementary Principal, K-5 (September 1999 – August 2008)
ADJUNCT PROFESSOR – York College of PA. Fall 2007
EPHRATA AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT – Ephrata, PA August 1990 – September 1999
Washington Elementary, Grade 3 (August 1997 – September 1999)
Akron Elementary, Grades 1, 2 and 3 (August 1990 – June 1992, August 1993 – June 1995)
Lincoln Elementary, Grade 1 (August 1992 – June 1993)
SUBSTITUTE TEACHER (1989-1990)
EDUCATION
Ed.D. School Administration - Widener University, Chester, PA – (August 2003)
M.E. Educational Administration - Temple University, Philadelphia, PA (December 1994)
B.S. Elementary Education - Millersville University, Millersville, PA (May 1989)
PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS
Member of numerous state and national education organizations, conference presenter.