Type Of Business:
Educational Consultancy
Expertise:
Ms. Ballard's expertise is in utilizing her teaching skills and merging gifted learning strategies with brain-based learning techniques into the regular classroom.
Major Product/SVS:
Educational Consultation Including Teacher Training, Gifted Learning Strategies and Brain-Based Techniques for the Regular Classroom
Favorite Business Publication:
The Connecting Link; Linking Theory Practice
Hobbies/Sports:
Writing Poetry, Playing the Piano, Gardening, Artwork, Facilitating Study Sessions, Reading, Socializing with People
Education Degrees:
Bachelor's Degree in Education, University of Texas, San Antonio (1983)
Affiliations Awards:
Master Teacher, Lamar University (2005-2007); Texas Classroom Teachers Association; The International Who's Who in Poetry
Place of Birth:
San Antonio, TX
Career Achievements:
Nominee, HEB Teacher of the Year Award (2004); Nominee, Disney Teacher of the Year Award (2002)
Highlight of career?:
The highlight of her career was merging gifted education strategies with brain-based learning techniques into the regular curriculum.
Charity:
Facilitator, Women of Grace, Diocese of Beaumont, TX (2007-2008); ACTS, Diocese of Beaumont, TX (2007-2008); Teacher, Shorkey Center (2003); Volunteer, Elijah's Place (2002); Facilitator, Women of Grace, Infant Jesus Parish; Co-Coordinator, Gather the Children Program
Number Of Years In Profession:
24
Number Of Years In Current Position:
2
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
She attributes her success to her curiosity and faith in God.
How Did They Get Involved In Profession:
She became involved in her profession because she was inspired by her third-grade teacher.
Extended Bio Profile:
Ms. Ballard has traveled to various places during her educational vacation.
Day to Day Responsibilities:
Teaching, Consulting, Building Relationships
Education Certifications:
Certification in Gifted Education, Lamar University (1994)
Awards/Honors:
Best Children's Book Author Award, Southeast Texas Writers' Guild (1996)