Type Of Business:
School district/Consulting
Major Product/SVS:
education and career services/implementing special education programs
Hobbies/Sports:
Long distance bicycling and running
Education Degrees:
Master of Science in Rehabilitation Management, Minor in Transition, University of Illinois (1993); Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education, Western Illinois University (1988); Coursework in Vocational Leadership, Purdue University
Affiliations Awards:
Council for Exceptional Children (CEC); DCDT; Board Member, Association for Persons in Supported
Charity:
Girls on the Run (GOTR); Aid for Africa; Susan G. Komen for the Cure; Scholarship Fund for Timothy Walters
Number Of Years In Profession:
30
Number Of Years In Current Position:
9
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
She attributes her success to her hard work, dedication, drive, passion, and surrounding herself by excellence.
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
She became involved in her profession because she enjoys working with children.
Extended Bio Profile:
Ms. Slover is a transition expert for the State of Illinois. She also advocates increasing employment for individuals with disabilities, including veterans. Ms. Slover has been a key note speaker at Purdue University. She is going on a 7-day bike riding trip to the Vietnam wall sponsored by the National Veterans Awareness Organization; 900,000 people will be there to support the cause.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Working with the district and helping them achieve the goals for the 13 and 14 indicators; Providing leadership, training and mentoring to teachers, so they can reach their potential and be more effective in the classroom; Assisting districts in meeting their obligations of post-school goals and transition outcomes
Education Certifications:
Type 75 Certification, Administrator; Certified Teacher, Elementary Education; Certified Teacher, Special Education
Awards/Honors:
Best Essay Award, State of Illinois
Where Will You Be In 5 Years:
In five years, Ms. Slover hopes to continue providing leadership and training and working within her field to get the best performance outcomes. She also hopes to work as a consultant.