Type Of Business:
Elementary School
Expertise:
Ms. Dave’s expertise is in the development and implementation of curriculum.
Major Product/SVS:
Primary Education
Favorite Business Publication:
Association of Christian Schools International Publications
Hobbies/Sports:
Writing Children's Books
Affiliations Awards:
Y's Men Club, Young Men's Christian Association; Lions Clubs International; Association of Christian Schools International; Cambridge Who's Who
Industry:
Education & Authorship
Date of Distinction:
4/10/2009
What do you feel separates you from the rest of the professionals in your industry?:
Ms. Dave's extremely consistent nature with everything that she does for the children, and similar behavior when the children enter at the beginning and leave at the end of the school year, separate her from her peers.
What has been the most outstanding thing you have done thus far in your career?:
Ms. Dave's greatest career achievement thus far has been publishing her book, because she has accomplished a feat that her mother could not.
How would you like to be remembered by your peers?:
Ms. Dave hopes to be remembered as an honest, consistent, dedicated, nurturing teacher and person.
If you could solve one problem in the world today, what would it be?:
If she could solve one problem in the world today, Ms. Dave would eliminate illiteracy.
If you could have lunch with anyone, dead or alive, who would it be and why?:
If she could have lunch with anyone, living or deceased, Ms. Dave would choose to dine with her mother, and tell her all about her accomplishments, because she has successfully achieved them thanks to her.
Throughout the duration of your career, what was the one highlight that stood out the most?:
The most gratifying aspects of her career are seeing her students succeed and receiving gratitude.
Charity:
Young Men's Christian Association; Girl Scouts of the United States of America
Number Of Years In Profession:
23
Number Of Years In Current Position:
15
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
She attributes her success to her perseverance, caring nature and leadership skills.
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
She became involved in her profession because she always enjoyed working with children.
Extended Bio Profile:
Ms. Dave has authored more than 32 books. She has published three books on English as a second language and a book titled 'Underwater Rainbow 2008.'
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Following Academic Standards for Elementary School Students
Education Certifications:
Certification in Child Development, California State University, Long Beach; Diploma in Writing for Children and Teenagers, Institute of Children's Literature, CT