Type Of Business:
Public School District
Major Product/SVS:
Elementary and Secondary Education
Hobbies/Sports:
Reading, Gardening
Education Degrees:
Master's Degree in Curriculum Instruction, Indiana Wesleyan University; Bachelor of Science in Education, The Ohio State University
Affiliations Awards:
Teacher Representative, Principal Advisory Committee; Aspiring Principal Program, Mayerson University; American Federation of Teachers; Phi Delta Kappa International
Place of Birth:
Chillicothe, OH
Work History:
Instructor of Ohio Pre-K/K Institutes for Reading Instruction Program, Ohio State University; Adjunct Faculty Member, Early Childhood Care and Education Program, Cincinnati State Technical and Community College; Educator of Multi-Handicapped Children, Cincinnati Public Schools
Throughout the duration of your career, what was the one highlight that stood out the most?:
The most gratifying aspect of her career is watching children learn.
Charity:
Coach, Assistant Volleyball Coach, Special Olympics
Number Of Years In Profession:
37
Number Of Years In Current Position:
37
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
She attributes her success to the support she receives from the American Federation of Teachers.
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
She became involved in her profession through a natural progression of opportunities.
Extended Bio Profile:
Ms. Lanier and her family are descendants of President Thomas Jefferson and his slave, Sally Hemings. Her son, Shannon Lanier, has written a book along with Jane Feldman titled 'Jefferson's Children: The Story of One American Family.'
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Teaching Multi-Handicapped Students in Grades 9 through 12, Teaching the State Institute Reading Instruction Program at The Ohio State University
Education Certifications:
Certification in Education of the Handicapped (K-12), Ohio Department of Education (2008); Licensed Principal and Supervisor, Indiana Wesleyan University (2002)
Awards/Honors:
Top Industry Expert in Education, Cambridge Who's Who (2009); Professional of the Year, Premiere Who's Who Registries (2008); Professional of the Year, Wellington Who's Who Registries (2008); Professional of the Year in Education, Cambridge Who's Who (2007)