Expertise:
Ms. Smith's expertise is in classroom instruction.
Favorite Business Publication:
Educational Leadership; Alumni Journals; Education-Related Publications
Education Degrees:
Master of Education, University of Pittsburgh; Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education, Edinboro University
Affiliations Awards:
Delta Kappa Gamma Society International; Former Member, General McLane Education Association; Former Member, Pennsylvania State Education Association; Former Member, National Education Association
Throughout the duration of your career, what was the one highlight that stood out the most?:
The highlight of her career was implementing and integrating the Mini-Society project into the third-grade curriculum, in which the students became real-life entrepreneurs.
Charity:
Rainbow Babies & Children's Hospital
Number Of Years In Profession:
46
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
She attributes her success to the support she receives from her family.
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
She became involved in her profession because of her lifelong desire to be a teacher and the inspiration she received from her Sunday school teachers.
Extended Bio Profile:
Ms. Smith believes that in order to become a good teacher, one must possess patience and sincerity, and be passionate about becoming a strong role model in order to guide students down the right path in life. Some of her students have been published in the Anthology of Poetry by Young Americans.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Teaching Students, Incorporating Families into School Projects, Working for the Total Well-Being of Each Student, Keeping Abreast of the Latest Educational Trends in Literature, Instilling in Students Independent Work and Study Habits, Responsibility and Problem-Solving Skills, Planning and Implementing a Third-Grade Core Curricula, Attending Meetings Geared towards Parents and Students, Ensuring Students' Safety
Awards/Honors:
Who's Who Among American Teachers (2003-2006); Golden Apple Award, Edinboro University (2002-2003)
Where Will You Be In 5 Years:
In five years, Ms. Smith aspires to become a consultant.