Experience Summary
34 years in education; 11 in high school teaching biology, ecology, field biology (a course I developed), life science, and English; 15 in gifted education K-12, teaching middle school language arts and providing enrichment, co-and extra-curricular activities, and career guidance, grades K-12; 8 as a Gifted Coordinator/Supervisor in several locations.
Teaching Style
I try very hard to get to know my students as individuals so that I can tailor my lessons to their particular learning style. I maintain high standards and expectations for both myself and my students.
My Hobbies
Reading, travel, gardening, and attending live theater.
Other Comments
I still have former students who keep in touch with me on a regular basis.
| Type |
Level |
Year |
Title |
Issued By |
| Certification |
Post Graduate |
1997 |
Secondary Administration |
Ashland University/DOE |
| Degree |
Masters |
1987 |
MS in Biology |
University of Akron |
| Certification |
Post Graduate |
1987 |
Gifted Intervention Specialist |
Kent State University/DOE |
| Degree |
Bachelors |
1978 |
BS in Secondary Education |
Kent State University |
| Degree |
Bachelors |
1973 |
BA Biology & English |
Kent State University |
| Certification |
Post Graduate |
1990 |
Permanent Teaching Certificate |
Ohio Department of Education |
| Award |
Post Graduate |
1998 |
OAGC Educator of the Year |
Ohio Association for Gifted Chil... |
| Award |
Post Graduate |
1996 |
Scholarship |
Leadership Portage County |
| Award |
Post Graduate |
1996 |
Who's Who Among American Educators |
Who's Who |
| Award |
Post Graduate |
1981 |
Jennings Scholar |
Jennings Scholar Committee |
| Award |
Bachelor's |
1973 |
Graduated Magna Cum Laude |
Kent State University |
| Award |
Bachelor's |
1972 |
Epsilon Nu Gamma English Honorary |
Kent State University |
| Award |
Post Graduate |
1991 |
AFAAR Scholarship |
American Catholic University |
| Award |
Post Graduate |
1984 |
Scholarship to Audubon Wildlife ... |
Greater Akron Audubon Society |