Type Of Business:
High School
Expertise:
Ms. Daniels-Carlson's expertise includes curriculum development, education and international studies.
Major Product/SVS:
Secondary Education
Favorite Business Publication:
Publications by the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages; NEA Today; France Amerique
Hobbies/Sports:
Renovating her Home, Gardening, Reading, Making Crafts, Spending Time with her Family and Friends
Education Degrees:
Master's Degree in Education and Teaching, Marygrove College (1998); Bachelor of Business, University of Michigan (1991); Bachelor of Arts in French, University of Michigan (1990); Diploma, Flint Central High School (1986); Coursework in Administration, Eastern Michigan University
Affiliations Awards:
Michigan Education Association; National Education Association; American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages; Phi Sigma Iota; Kappa Delta Pi; Former Member, Michigan Council for the Social Studies; Former Participant, Youth for Understanding
Industry:
Secondary Education
Date of Distinction:
8/26/2009
Work History:
Instructor, Tour Group Leader, Beecher International Studies Program (1998-Present); National Education Association Representative, Beecher Community Schools (1999-2001); French Teacher, International Institute (1995-1997); French Teacher, Flint Southwestern Academy (1993-1998); French Teacher, Flint Community Schools (1993-1996); French Teacher, Mount Olive Baptist Church (1993); Substitute Teacher, Flint Community Schools (1992-1993); French Teacher, Pierce School (1986-1987)
Career Achievements:
Author, ‘Des Difficultés Comme En France,’ ‘Cahiers Pedagogiques’ (2001); Co-Founder, Jericho Project; Co-Founder, Beecher International Studies Program; Founding Member, Secretary, Trustee, Beecher Incentive Scholarship Program; Member of the Beecher School Improvement Team; Member, Beecher Foreign Exchange Selection Committee; Former Member, Peer Mediation Committee, Beecher High School; Former Member, Handbook Committee, Beecher High School; Former Class Sponsor, Beecher High School; Trainee, Gen-Net Distance Learning System, Genesee County
What do you feel separates you from the rest of the professionals in your industry?:
The innovative strategies Ms. Daniels-Carlson has developed to create a classroom 'without walls' separate her from her peers.
What has been the most outstanding thing you have done thus far in your career?:
Ms. Daniels-Carlson's greatest career achievement was co-developing the Beecher Scholarship Incentive and International Studies Program.
How would you like to be remembered by your peers?:
She would like to be remembered by her peers as a hard-working team player unafraid to stand up for her beliefs.
If you could solve one problem in the world today, what would it be?:
If she could solve any problem, she would eliminate all forms of prejudice, which would in turn eliminate conflicts and crimes against humanity relating to social class and discrimination.
If you could have lunch with anyone, dead or alive, who would it be and why?:
If she could dine with anyone, Ms. Daniels-Carlson would have lunch with Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and Elizabeth Cady Stanton. Both were strong individuals who took action to improve life for themselves and others, not letting the possible negative ramifications hinder them from their goals.
Expanded Biography:
Ms. Daniels-Carson was born the youngest of five children to George and Alma Daniels of Davison, Michigan. Her sister's name is Dawn and her brothers are Conway, Michael and Mark. She was once a host parent to German exchange student and now friend, Estelle Gusejnow.
Throughout the duration of your career, what was the one highlight that stood out the most?:
The most rewarding aspect of her career is seeing students grow from the experiences they have had as a result of her classes.
Charity:
Shelter of Flint, Inc.; Genesee County Humane Society; Southern Poverty Law Center; United Negro College Fund; Former Member, Big Sister Program, Youth for Understanding; Rotary International
Number Of Years In Profession:
16
Number Of Years In Current Position:
14
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
She attributes her success to her educational background and the support she receives from her family and mentors.
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
She became involved in her profession through her lifelong love for the French language and culture, desire to break down walls of prejudice within the education field and through the influence of her parents and teachers.
Extended Bio Profile:
Ms. Daniels-Carson is also the property owner and member of the Genesee Landlords Association.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Teaching French, Psychology, Sociology and International Studies, Fundraising, Writing Curriculum for French, Psychology, Sociology, Spanish and Social Studies Classes, Scheduling Meeting Agendas, Ordering Departmental Materials, Overseeing Professional Development, Arranging Travel Agendas
Education Certifications:
Diplôme D'étude de Langues Etrangères, Charles de Gaulle University, Lille, France; Diplôme Approfondi de Langue Française, Charles de Gaulle University, Lille, France; Certifications in French and Social Science
Awards/Honors:
Nominee, Teacher of the Year Award, Phi Delta Kappa International (2006); Elizabeth Siddall Award for International Peace and Understanding, Michigan Education Association (2001); Who's Who Among America's Teachers; Who's Who Among Executives and Professionals; Honors, Flint Central High School