Expertise:
Ms. Gann's expertise is in teaching special education.
Hobbies/Sports:
Raising, Training and Exhibiting Arabian Horses, Traveling
Education Degrees:
Master of Educational Science in Special Education and Behavior Disorders, University of Missouri, Kansas City; Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education and Music, Arkansas State University
Affiliations Awards:
TNSA; National Science Teachers Association; National Education Association
Throughout the duration of your career, what was the one highlight that stood out the most?:
The most gratifying aspect of her career is hearing success stories from her former students.
Number Of Years In Profession:
31
Number Of Years In Current Position:
13
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 she always wanted to become a teacher.
Extended Bio Profile:
Ms. Gann was involved in bringing the science, technology, engineering and mathematics program to Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools. She is involved in redeveloping the curriculum for Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools from the special education perspective. She desires to write a book on the joy of teaching.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Teaching Special Education for Fifth to Eighth-Grade Students, Teaching Students with Behavioral Problems
Awards/Honors:
Teacher of the Year (2004)