Type Of Business:
1) School district 2) Health and wellness company
Marketing Area:
1) Local 2) International
Expertise:
Special education; Products derived from honey
Major Product/SVS:
1) Education 2) Health and wellness products
Favorite Business Publication:
Bloomberg; Business Insider; National Geographic Society; Apitherapy News
Hobbies/Sports:
Playing in the church bell choir; Giving tennis lessons; Lifting weights; Health and fitness; Learning; Social networking; Honey bee awareness
Education Degrees:
Master of Science in Teaching, Miami University (1988); Bachelor of Science in Education
Industry:
Special Education
State/Country of Origin:
OH/USA
Children's Names:
Mathew, Jonathan
Date of Distinction:
4/8/2011
Career Achievements:
Grant Writing; FAST
What do you feel separates you from the rest of the professionals in your industry?:
Her brain training is an intervention for dyslexia, and 80 percent of the learning disabled community is dyslexic.
What has been the most outstanding thing you have done thus far in your career?:
Her greatest career achievement is watching her special education students read for the first time.
How would you like to be remembered by your peers?:
She would be liked to be remembered as a loving and dedicated teacher and mentor to the children.
If you could solve one problem in the world today, what would it be?:
She would solve the problem of child abuse.
If you could have lunch with anyone, dead or alive, who would it be and why?:
She would have lunch with Jesus Christ, because he was able to give love to those who needed it most.
Expanded Biography:
Bee Honey Healthy is an extension of her childhood memories with the AI Root company. It began with a fascination of the history of the company and then it quickly expanded to the plight of the honey bee. She currently supports bees and their health through education, eating organic, selling bee products and raising awareness.
Throughout the duration of your career, what was the one highlight that stood out the most?:
The highlight of her career was her first year of teaching; the kids taught her what worked and what didn't.
Charity:
New Vienna Youth, Inc.; New Vienna Village Council; Clinton County Regional Planning Commission; Sunday School Teacher; Bell Choir; Friends of the Library; New Vienna Revitalization Committee
Number Of Years In Profession:
34
Number Of Years In Current Position:
19
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
She attributes her success to her perseverance and passion.
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
She became involved in her profession after a friend observed her natural ability to teach, thus inspiring her to pursue a career in the field of education. She decided to form her own business because she grew up listening to her father and grandfather tell stories about honey and bees.
Extended Bio Profile:
Ms. Crum's teaching objective is to use her extensive education and experience to provide strong leadership in a learning environment for students and colleagues, she possesses excellent classroom management skills. She once ran two-half marathons and is planning to run another one in May 2012.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Serving as an intervention specialist for special education children in grades kindergarten, first and fifth; Conducting screenings; Implementing individualized plans for each child; Using technology to engage children; Focusing on core academics as well as students' weaknesses; Processing speed and comprehension; Managing her company's online sales and distribution of honey-derived health and wellness products
Education Certifications:
Certification in K-12 Teaching Special Education; Certification in K-12 Physical Education; Certification in K-8 Elementary Education; Certified in Physical Education and Health, Cedarville University
Awards/Honors:
Two-Time Recipient, Special Education Teacher Award (1981, 1984)
Where Will You Be In 5 Years:
In five years, Ms. Crum intends to retire from teaching, but continue selling Bee Honey Healthy products. She is also interested in traveling and learning about other cultures.