Expertise:
Reading; Special education
Hobbies/Sports:
Traveling; Ice skating; Reading; Watching movies; Walking trails; Caring for her three cats
Education Degrees:
Master's Degree in Education, Concentration in Reading, Sam Houston State University; Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education and Reading, Stephen F. Austin State University
Throughout the duration of your career, what was the one highlight that stood out the most?:
The highlights of her career were receiving the Teacher of the Year Award in 1993, writing a grant for the Apache Oil Company, and visiting England, Scotland and Wales in 2006.
Number Of Years In Profession:
37
Number Of Years In Current Position:
36
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
She attributes her success to her hard work, knowledge, tenacity, love for children, and ability to learn new things.
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
She became involved in her profession because she always wanted to help children with learning disabilities.
Extended Bio Profile:
Ms. Elrod received a teaching fund in 2006. She has taught elementary and special education for 25 years. She is also an adjunct faculty member for reading.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Teaching all subjects, including mathematics for seventh- and eighth-grade students
Education Certifications:
Certified Reading Specialist; Certified Teacher for the Learning Disabled and Physically Handicapped; Certified Teacher (K-8); Certification in Reading Dyslexia
Awards/Honors:
Carmichael Teacher of the Year Award (1993); Who's Who Among American Teachers; Who's Who in American Education; Who's Who of American Women
Where Will You Be In 5 Years:
In five years, Ms. Elrod hopes to publish her work and do consulting.