Type Of Business:
Residential care agency
Expertise:
Planning; Development; Organization; Implementation
Major Product/SVS:
Residential care for handicapped individuals
Hobbies/Sports:
Painting in oils and acrylics; Drawing in charcoal, pencil and eraser; Making crafts; Needlepoint; Macrame; Cooking; Interior Decorating; Travel; Reading; Working challenging puzzles
Education Degrees:
Master's Degree in Inner-City Education, Minor in Administration, Loyola Marymount University, Los Angeles, CA (1977); Bachelor of Arts in Education, Stillman College, AL (1966)
Affiliations Awards:
United Teachers of Los Angeles; California Administration of Residential Homes; California Teachers Association;Federal Teachers Association; Department of Adult and Career Education; Division of Community Colleges and Universities; AAUW
Industry:
Residential Care & Education
Date of Distinction:
7/5/2011
Throughout the duration of your career, what was the one highlight that stood out the most?:
The highlight of her career was to see that "light bulb" suddenly turn on in a child's or student's head in grasping an understanding of the subject matter, was most rewarding, and always the highlight of any day.
Charity:
Fundraising, Local Schools; Local Church; Southern Poverty Law Advocate; Susan G. Komen for the Cure; Disabled American Veterans; Feed the Children
Number Of Years In Profession:
38
Number Of Years In Current Position:
26
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
She attributes her success to her parents, who instilled within her the importance of staying focused, and to be the very best at whatever she chose to do; then, work unselfishly to create a positive feeling of self-worth in the lives of others, remembering to do unto them as she would have them do unto her. Her father would never permit the use of the word "can't" in their communications.
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
She became involved in her profession after growing up with a developmentally handicapped brother and understanding the needs of the handicapped. She realized the need to care for these less fortunate people in a loving and nurturing manner.
Extended Bio Profile:
Ms. Golden was originally a full-time teacher for kindergarten students and all elementary grade levels. She also taught adults in pursuit of GED certificates and completing their high school diplomas. She was featured in the news for her work in adult education. Furthermore, she has taught junior college business classes. Ms. Golden is in the process of writing a novel.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Managing company, paperwork and documents; Placing employees
Education Certifications:
Certificate in Cultures of the Orient, The University of Hong Kong, China (1976); Certificate of Completion, Postgraduate Gerontology Program,The University of Southern California; General Teaching Credential (Lifetime) K-8 and Junior College, State of California; Standard Teaching Credential, State of California
Awards/Honors:
Outstanding Teacher Award; Outstanding Service Award; Certificate of Appreciation, Los Angeles Unified School District; Who's Who Among American High School Students
Where Will You Be In 5 Years:
In five years, Ms. Golden intends to continue building a successful business that offers the best care to handicapped clients. She also hopes to complete a Ph.D.