Expertise:
Pre-service candidate teacher education;
Hobbies/Sports:
Reading; Walking; Gardening
Education Degrees:
Doctoral Degree in Education, Argosy University (2011); Master's Degree in Educational Administration, Minor in Curriculum and Instruction, Saint Xavier University (1997)
Affiliations Awards:
ASCD; Kappa Delta Pi; International Reading Association; AUWW
Number Of Years In Profession:
31
Number Of Years In Current Position:
10
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
She attributes her success to her persistence and the passion she has for her work.
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
She became involved in her profession because her younger brother had developmental disabilities and this made her interested in teaching young children and developing curriculum for special education classes.
Extended Bio Profile:
In addition to her work as adjunct professor of education at Governors State University, Ms. Silver-Horrell runs an educational consulting firm called Silver Lining Services.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Lecturing on elementary, middle, post-secondary, special and higher education; Developing the curriculum
Education Certifications:
Instructional Leadership in Higher Education Certification; Certified in Educational Administration and Supervision for Grades K-12
Awards/Honors:
Exemplary Best Practice Award
Where Will You Be In 5 Years:
In five years, Ms. Silver-Horrell expects to become an associate professor in curriculum and instruction or early childhood instruction.