Meet the PATH Team
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Sarah David
Director
Sarah David
Sarah has served as Director of PATH since 2023. She earned a B.A. in English from Rutgers University and an M.A. in Educational Leadership, with a concentration in Higher Education, from Montclair State University.
Throughout her career, Sarah has worked with individuals with disabilities across educational, residential, and community-based settings. Prior to joining REED, she managed the Disability Services department at a four-year university in New Jersey, where she developed an electronic intake process that improved access to student support services. She also worked in residential services for adults with developmental disabilities, helping individuals build life skills and achieve their personal goals.
Jennifer Ersalesi
Classroom Instructor
Jennifer Ersalesi
Jennifer earned her B.S. in Elementary and Early Childhood Education from Susquehanna University and has dedicated her career to supporting individuals with special needs. Prior to joining PATH in June 2026, she spent many years teaching students ages 18–21 with learning disabilities through the Bulldog Academy, part of the Rutherford School District.
Since 2022, Jennifer has also served as Director of Rutherford Recreation’s Exceptional Individuals Program, an evening program for adults with special needs that promotes social engagement, community involvement, creativity, and meaningful experiences.
Deeply involved in her community, she serves as Vice President and Secretary of the Rutherford Chamber of Commerce, is the Co-Founder and Writer for thisisrutherford.com and volunteers as a member of the Rutherford Food Pantry Board, Rutherford Porchfest Committee, and Rutherford Rent Board.
Meet the PATH Team
Sarah David
Director
Sarah David
Sarah has served as Director of PATH since 2023. She earned a B.A. in English from Rutgers University and an M.A. in Educational Leadership, with a concentration in Higher Education, from Montclair State University.
Throughout her career, Sarah has worked with individuals with disabilities across educational, residential, and community-based settings. Prior to joining REED, she managed the Disability Services department at a four-year university in New Jersey, where she developed an electronic intake process that improved access to student support services. She also worked in residential services for adults with developmental disabilities, helping individuals build life skills and achieve their personal goals.
Jennifer Ersalesi
Classroom Instructor
Jennifer Ersalesi
Jennifer earned her B.S. in Elementary and Early Childhood Education from Susquehanna University and has dedicated her career to supporting individuals with special needs. Prior to joining PATH in June 2026, she spent many years teaching students ages 18–21 with learning disabilities through the Bulldog Academy, part of the Rutherford School District.
Since 2022, Jennifer has also served as Director of Rutherford Recreation’s Exceptional Individuals Program, an evening program for adults with special needs that promotes social engagement, community involvement, creativity, and meaningful experiences.
Deeply involved in her community, she serves as Vice President and Secretary of the Rutherford Chamber of Commerce, is the Co-Founder and Writer for thisisrutherford.com and volunteers as a member of the Rutherford Food Pantry Board, Rutherford Porchfest Committee, and Rutherford Rent Board.
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