Teacher Education Part Time Faculty

Part Time Instructor

tmbailey@valdosta.edu 

Ed.D. in Teacher Leadership
Kennesaw State University (2017)

M.Ed. in Special Education
Valdosta State University (2009)

B.S. in Family and Consumer Sciences
University of Georgia (2007)

Ed.S. in Teaching and Learning
Piedmont College (2011)

Teaching Fields: Elementary Education

Part Time Instructor

liball@valdosta.edu 

M.Ed. in Special Education
University of North Florida (2002)

B.A. in Mass Communication
University of South Florida (1994)

Teaching Fields: Deaf Education, Communication, Culture, and Language

Part Time Instructor

kalbass@valdosta.edu 

Ed.D. in Instructional Technology
American College of Education

M.Ed. in Educational Leadership
Saint Leo University

B.Ed. in Elementary Education
Saint Leo University

A.A. in Arts
North Florida Community College

Teaching Fields: Student Teaching Supervision

Part Time Instructor

jamathis@valdosta.edu 

M.A. in Interpreting Studies
Western Oregon University (2021)

B.S. in American Sign Language and English Interpreting
Valdosta State University (2015)

Teaching Fields: Simultaneous and Consecutive Transliterating English to English Sign Systems

Recent Publications or Presentations:

Beal, J. (2021) The Black Perspective: A Need for Representation and Inclusion in ASL/English Interpreter Training Programs (master's thesis). Western Oregon University, Monmouth, Oregon. 

Part Time Instructor

kbender@valdosta.edu  

Ed.S. in Educational Leadership
Piedmont University (2023) 

Ed.S. in Curriculum and Instruction 
Piedmont University (2021) 

M.S. in Education
Hofstra University (1996) 

 

B.A. in Education 
Villanova University (1989) 

Teaching Fields: Student Teaching Supervision, Elementary Education, and Literacy Assessing and Instruction 

Part-Time Instructor

tkbonanni@valdosta.edu  

M.Ed. in Early Childhood Education 
Valdosta State University (1983)
B.S.Ed. in Early Childhood Education 
Valdosta State University (1985)

Teaching Fields: Serving Students with Diverse Needs, Student Teaching Supervision, and Elementary Education 

Part-Time Instructor

abridges@valdosta.edu  

M.Ed. in Instructional Technology 
Valdosta State University (1997) 
B.S.Ed. in Secondary Education and English  
Valdosta State University (1995) 
Ed.S. in Educational Leadership  
Valdosta State University (2001) 

Teaching Fields: Serving Students with Diverse Needs, Sign Systems, and Student Teacher Supervision 

Part-Time Instructor

albroad@valdosta.edu   

M.S. in Education (Technology)
Nova Southeastern University (2005)
B.S.Ed. in Physical Education
University of North Alabama (2001)
Ed.S. in Coaching Pedagogy
Valdosta State University (2012) 

Teaching Fields: Management of Physical Education & Coaching Programs and Fundamentals of Coaching

Part-Time Instructor

cbrooken@valdosta.edu  

M.S. in Instructional Technology  
University of Houston Clear-Lake (2006) 
B.A. in Elementary Education 
Southern University A&M College (2000) 

Teaching Fields: Methods for Multicultural Education 

Part-Time Instructor

chribrooks@valdosta.edu  

Ph.D. in Health and Physical Education 
Florida State University (2011) 
M.Ed. in School Counseling 
Valdosta State University (2003) 
B.Ed. in Health and Physical Education 
Valdosta State University (1994) 

Teaching Fields: Contemporary Issues in Health and Health and Wellness

Part-Time Instructor

mmbrooks@valdosta.edu  

M.Ed. in Secondary Education and English 
Valdosta State University (1998) 
B.A. in English  
Valdosta State University (1993) 
B.S. in Secondary Education 
Valdosta State University (1993) 
Ed.S. in Instructional Technology 
Valdosta State University (2010) 

Teaching Fields: Student teaching Supervision, Elementary Education, and Teaching Social Studies in the Elementary Classroom 

Part-Time Instructor

bbrummett@valdosta.edu  

M.A.T. in Teaching with a Reading Endorsement  
Columbus State University (2014) 
B.A. in History 
University of West Georgia (2006) 
A.S. in Science 
Southern Union State Community College (1996) 
Ed.S. in Special Education 
University of West Georgia (2022) 

Teaching Fields: Student Teaching Supervision 

Part-Time Instructor

liburns@valdosta.edu  

M.A.T. in Accomplished Teaching (Curriculum and Design) 
Georgia Southern University (2021) 
B.S. in Middle Grades Education 
Valdosta State University (2018) 
Ed.S. in Teacher Leadership 
Georgia Southwestern State University (2023) 

Teaching Fields: Student Teaching Supervision, Elementary Education, and Teaching Social Studies in the Elementary Classroom 

Part-Time Instructor

sbutler@valdosta.edu  

M.Ed. in Education 
Georgia Southwestern State University (2003) 
B.S.Ed. in Early Childhood Education 
Valdosta State University (2000) 
Ed.S. in Early Childhood Education 
Valdosta State University (2006) 

Teaching Fields: Student Teaching Supervision 

Part-Time Instructor

cbcampbell@valdosta.edu  

M.Ed. in Educational Leadership 
Valdosta State University (2004) 
Ed.S. in Middle Grades Education 
Georgia Southwestern University (2002) 

Teaching Fields: Student Teaching Supervision 

Part-Time Instructor

ecardenas@valdosta.edu  

Ed.D. in Deaf Studies and Deaf Education 
Lamar University (2022) 
M.A. in Sign Language Education  
Gallaudet University (2017) 
B.S. in Urban and Community Studies 
Rochester Institute of Technology (2014) 
A.A.S. in Applied Computer Technology 
National Technical Institute for the Deaf (2009) 

Teaching Fields: Deaf Community, Culture, and History, Fingerspelling, Numbers, and Classifiers 

Recent Publications or Presentations: 

Cardenas, E. (2019, December). University of Texas Rio Grande Valley, Scenarios of Sign Language Interpretation: Ethical Decision-Making, December 2019.

Part-Time Instructor

suzcarter@valdosta.edu   

Ed.D. in Educational Leadership 
Georgia Southern University (2007)  

Teaching Fields: Serving Students with Diverse Needs

 

Part-Time Instructor

sclemons@valdosta.edu  

Ed.D. in Educational Leadership 
American College of Education 
M.A.T. in Special Education  
Valdosta State University  
B.A. in Psychology 
University of West Georgia 
Ed.S. in Educational Leadership 
Capella University  

Teaching Fields: Student Teaching Supervision, Elementary Education, Teaching Social Studies in the Elementary Classroom 

Part-Time Instructor

abcollie@valdosta.edu  

Ph.D. in Curriculum and Instruction 
Mercer University (2015) 
M.Ed. in English Education 
University of Florida (1993) 
B.A. in English  
University of Florida (1990) 
Ed.S. in Educational Leadership   
University of West Georgia (2018) 

Teaching Fields: Clinical Practice in Elementary Education, Technology for Learning, and Student Teaching Supervision 

Part-Time Instructor

courtcox@valdosta.edu  

M.A. in Elementary Education 
Kennesaw State University (2019) 
B.A. in Elementary Education (P-5) 
Morehead State University (2015) 
Ed.S. in Elementary Education 
University of West Georgia (2022) 

Teaching Fields: Teaching Social Studies in the Elementary Classroom 

Part-Time Instructor

tcrawford@ucschools.org  

Ed.D. in Curriculum and Instruction and Literacy 
Liberty University (2021) 
M.A. in Gifted and Talented Education 
Piedmont University (2014) 
B.S. in Reading Endorsement 
Truett McConnell College (2012) 
Ed.S. in Project Management, Leadership, and Literacy 
Piedmont University (2016) 

Teaching Fields: Elementary Education and Investigating Critical and Contemporary Issues in Education 

Part-Time Instructor

acrownover@valdosta.edu  

Ph.D. in Curriculum and Instruction 
Mercer University (2017) 
M.S. in Social Science Education 
University of Tennessee (2009) 
B.A. in History 
University of Georgia (2007) 

Teaching Fields: Using Assessment to Improve Teaching and Learning 

Part-Time Instructor

mrdaniels@valdosta.edu  

M.Ed. in Early Childhood Education 
Valdosta State University (2002) 
B.S. in Early Childhood Education 
Andrew College (1992-1993), University of Georgia (1993-1996) 
Ed.S. in Early Childhood Education 
Valdosta State University (2004) 

Teaching Fields: Student Teaching Supervision 

Part-Time Instructor

cdavis77personal@gmail.com  

M.Ed. in Middle Grades Education 
Valdosta State University (2004) 
B.S. in Middle Grades Education 
Valdosta State University (2000) 

Teaching Fields: Foundations of Mathematics for Elementary Teachers

Part-Time Instructor

mdelman@valdosta.edu 

Ed.D. in Educational Innovation 
Augusta University (2024) 
M.Ed. in Music Education 
Kent State University (2015) 
B.S. in Music Education 
Wright State University (2004) 
Ed.S. in Advanced Educational Studies 
Augusta University (2021) 

Teaching Fields: Planning for Effective Teaching and Learning, Inverstigating Critical and Contemporary Issues in Education, and Foundations of Mathematics for Elementary Teachers 

Recent Publications or Presentations:

GAPS2 International Conference 2023: Creative Collaborations in Music and Art Education

CPED Convening 2023: Culturally Responsive/Sustaining Pedagogy in Practice

National Council of Teachers of English: Culturally Responsive/Sustaining Pedagogy in Practice

National Writing Project South Conference 2023: Writing Engagements that Individuals Learning and Skill Development

GADOE Classroom Conversations Podcast 2023: Building Collaborative Community

Part-Time Instructor

arderis@valdosta.edu  

Ph.D. in Special Education 
University of New Orleans (2005) 
M.Ed. Special Education 
University of New Orleans (2001) 
B.A. in Psychology 
University of New Orleans (1998) 

Teaching Fields: Assessment in Elementary Education 

Part-Time Instructor

shedunn@valdosta.edu  

Ph.D. in Adult and Continuing Education 
Florida Atlantic University (2020) 
M.Ed. in Reading Education (K-12) 
Florida Atlantic University (2004) 
B.A. in Elementary Education (K-6) 
Florida Atlantic University (2002) 
A.A. in Elementary Education 
Broward Community College (2000) 
Ed.S. in School Leadership 
Florida Atlantic University (2010) 

Teaching Fields: Methods for Multicultural Education, Teaching Elementary Science Methods, Survey of Science Standards for Elementary Education, Planning for Effective Teaching and Learning, Teaching Social Studies in the Elementary Classroom 

Recent Publications or Presentations: 

Dunn, S., Brown, V. (2021). Supporting Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion for Culturally Diverse Online Learners. Online Journal of Distance Learning Administration. 24(4)

Dunn, S. (2020). Factors Predicting the Estimated Success of Culturally Diverse Students in Online Courses in Post- Secondary Education (Publication No. 28027728) [Doctoral dissertation, Florida Atlantic University]. ProQuest Dissertation Publishing.
Presented at the Hawaii International Conference on Education, Honolulu, Hawaii (January,4&5, 2020)

Presented at the National Organization of Student Success Conference (NOSS), Nashville, Tennessee,  (March 5&6, 2020)

Presented (virtually) at the Colorado Community College Online Conference, (October 15&16, 2020)

Presented (virtually) at Florida Developmental Education Conference, (October 22, 2020)

Webinar Host- Colorado Community College, (December 2, 2020) and
Golden Key Academy, (January 26, 2021)

Presented (virtually) at the International Self-Directed Learning Symposium, in Coca Beach, Florida, (February11, 2021)

Presented (virtually) at Eastern Education Research Association, (February 19, 2021)

Presented (virtually) at Society for Information Technology and Teacher Education, (April 2, 2021)

Part-Time Instructor

M.Ed. in Health and Physical Education
Valdosta State University (2017)
B.S.Ed. in Health and Physical Education
Valdosta State University (2016)

Teaching Fields: Coaching Principles

Part-Time Instructor

enfolk@valdosta.edu  

M.Ed. in Elementary Education 
Kennesaw State University (2016) 
B.S. Elementary Education 
Kennesaw State University (2013) 
Ed.S. in Elementary Education 
University of West Georgia (2022) 

Teaching Fields: Introduction to Developmentally Appropriate Practice, Emergent Literacy Through Children Literature, Teaching Math Methods for Elementary Education 

Part-Time Instructor

hfforemes@valdosta.edu 

M.S. in Health and Physical Education
Valdosta State University (2010)
B.S. in Health and Physical Education
Valdosta State University (1998)

Teaching Fields: Curriculum Development in Physical Education and First Aid

Part-Time Instructor

agaluskin@valdosta.edu  

M.A. in Applied Linguistics 
Montclair State University (2023) 
B.A. in Theatre 
Ramapo College of NJ (2007)
 
A.A. in Theatre 
Bergen Community College (2004) 

Teaching Fields: Simultaneous and Consecutive English/American Sign Language Interpreting 

Part-Time Instructor

salashley@valdosta.edu  

Ed.D. in Curriculum and Instruction 
Valdosta State University (2015) 
M.A. in Secondary English 
Valdosta State University (2010) 
B.A. in Middle Grades Education 
Valdosta State University (2008) 

Teaching Fields: Classroom Management, Student Teaching Supervision, and Content Teaching Methods of Middle Grades or Secondary Education

Part-Time Instructor

eghionis@valdosta.edu  

Ed.D. in Professional Leadership 
Converse University (2022) 
M.A.T. in Special Education 
Converse University (2015) 
M.Ed. in Elementary Education and Educational Psychology  
Moscow University of Psychology and Sociology (1998) 
B.Ed. in Early Childhood Education and Educational Psychology 
Moscow University of Psychology and Sociology (1995) 

Teaching Fields: Supporting Students with Autism Spectrum Disorders and Student Teaching Supervision 

Recent Publications or Presentations: 

Ghionis, E. (2024). Autism Spectrum Disorder Professional Development and Self-Efficacy of Special Education Teachers. National Association of Special Education Teachers (NASET)

Ghionis, E. (2022). The Problem of Implementing Inclusive Education in Kyrgyzstan: The Theory and Practice of Understanding

Ghionis, E. (2022). Post-Covid-19 Education of Students with Special Needs

Ghionis, E. (2020). Teachng Students with Special Needs in Inclusive Classrooms

Part-Time Instructor

egoff@valdosta.edu  

Ed.D. in School Improvement 
University of West Georgia (2014) 
M.S. in Early Childhood Education  
Florida State University (1996) 
B.S. in Early Childhood Education 
Florida State University (1995) 
Ed.S. in Curriculum and Instruction 
Piedmont College (2005) 

Teaching Fields: Student Teaching Supervision and Assessment to Promote Student Learning 

Part-Time Instructor

kgraziano@valdosta.edu  

Ed.D. in International and Multicultural Education  
University of San Francisco (2003) 
M.S. in Counselor Education  
Central Connecticut State University (2000) 
B.A. in Journalism 
University of Connecticut (1993) 

Teaching Fields: Methods for Multicultural Education, Technology for Learning, Survey of Science standards for Elementary Education, Teaching Elementary Science Methods, and Differentiated Instruction 

Recent Publications or Presentations:

Graziano, K. J., Foulger, T. S., & Borthwick, A. C. (2023). Design Pillars for Technology-Infused Teacher Preparation Programs. Contemporary Issues in Technology and Teacher Education Journal, 23(1).

Foulger, T. S., Graziano, K. J., & Borthwick, A. C. (2023). Initiating the Four Pillars of Technology Infusion in a Teacher Preparation Programs. Contemporary Issues in Technology and Teacher Education Journal, 23(1).

Part-Time Instructor

djcroft@valdosta.edu  

Ed.D. in Educational Leadership 
Valdosta State University (2014) 
M.Ed. in Early Childhood Education 
Valdosta State University (2009) 
B.Ed. in Early Childhood Education 
Valdosta State University (2007) 

Teaching Fields: Integrating Creativity and Critical Thinking in Elementary Education and Differentiating Instruction in P-5

Part-Time Instructor

trgreenway@valdosta.edu  

M.S.Ed. in Physical Education and Health 
Valdosta State College (1991) 
B.S.Ed. in Health and Physical Education 
Valdosta State College (1985) 
Ed.S. in Education 
Nova University (2007) 

Teaching Fields: Foundations and Technology in Health and Physical Education, Physical Education for Exceptional  

Part-Time Instructor

ttgriffin@valdosta.edu  

Ed.D. in Educational Leadership 
Valdosta State University (2014) 
M.A. in Special Education 
Georgia Southern University (1995) 
B.S. in Psychology 
Valdosta State College (1993) 
Ed.S. in School Psychology  
Valdosta State University (2003) 
Teaching Fields: Research Methodology in Education 

Part-Time Instructor

erhanna@valdosta.edu  

M.S. in Middle Grades Education 
Valdosta State University  
B.S. in Middle Grades Education 
Valdosta State University 
Ed.S. in Curriculum Instruction Management Administration 
Nova Southeastern University 

Teaching Fields: Student Teaching Supervision 

Part-Time Instructor

akeharris@valdosta.edu  

M.S. in Elementary Education 
Valdosta State University (2022) 
B.S. in Elementary Education 
Valdosta State University (2021) 
Ed.S. in Teacher Leadership  
Valdosta State University (2023) 

Teaching Fields: Differentiated Instruction, Planning for Effective Teaching and Learning, and Exploring Socio-Cultural Perspectives  

Part-Time Instructor

sngregor@valdosta.edu  

Ed.D. in Curriculum and Instruction 
Valdosta State University  
M.Ed. in Special Education 
Valdosta State University (1998) 
B.S. in Education 
Valdosta State University (1997) 
Ed.S. in Special Education 
Valdosta State University (2005) 

Teaching Fields: Student Teaching Supervision 

Part-Time Instructor

abcassot@valdosta.edu  

M.S. in Education 
Walden University (2012) 
B.S. in Education (Health and Physical Education, Early Childhood Education, Adapted Special Education) 
Valdosta State University (2008) 
Ed.S. in Coaching Pedagogy and Physical Education  
Valdosta State University (2015) 

Teaching Fields: Contemporary Program Development, Communication Skills for Coaches, Health and Wellness for Life, and Social Contexts for Coaching 

Part-Time Instructor

erinhughes@valdosta.edu  

Ed.D. in Curriculum and Instruction 
Liberty University (2021) 
M.S. in Elementary Education 
Troy University (2009) 
B.S. in Elementary Education 
Troy University (2007) 
Ed.S. in Curriculum and Instruction 
Liberty University (2013) 

Teaching Fields: Planning for Effective Teaching and Learning and Literary Assessing and Instruction

Part-Time Instructor

jachunter@valdosta.edu  

Ed.D. in Teacher Leadership 
Kennesaw State University (2019) 
M.Ed. in Elementary Education 
Delta State University (2006)
 
B.S. in Elementary Education 
Delta State University (2003) 
Ed.S. in Elementary Education 
Delta State University (2010) 
Ed.S. in Educational Leadership 
Mercer University (2025) 
Teaching Fields: Student Teaching Supervision and Planning for Effective Teaching and Learning 

Part-Time Instructor

jjones6@valdosta.edu  

Ph.D. in Curriculum and Instruction 
Clemson University (2009) 
M.A. in Educational Leadership 
University of South Carolina (2002) 
B.A. in Special Education 
Converse College (1999) 

Teaching Fields: Behavior Management & Positive Behavior Supports and Evidence Based Methods & Strategies 

Recent Publications or Presentations:

Jones, J. & Dearybury, J. (2022). The playful life: The power of play in our every day. Wiley Jossey-Bass: San Fransisco, CA.

Dearybury, J. & Jones, J. (2020). The playful classroom: The power of play for all ages. Wiley Jossey-Bass: San Fransisco, CA.

Part-Time Instructor

jtkeppler@valdosta.edu  

M.S. in Early Childhood Education 
Florida State University (2017) 
B.S. in Interdisciplinary Social Science 
Florida State University (2016) 
Teaching Fields: Differentiated Instruction, Social Emotional Learning and Classroom Management, and Emergent Literacy Through Children’s Literature  

Part-Time Instructor

mekirkland@valdosta.edu  

Ed.D. in Curriculum Studies 
Georgia Southern University (2013)
 
M.S. in English Education  
Georgia State University (2005)
 
B.S. in English Education 
Florida State University (1992) 
Ed.S. in Teaching and Learning  
Georgia Southern University (2007) 

Teaching Fields: Exploring Socio-Cultural Perspectives, Assessment to Promote Student Learning, and Investigating Critical and Contemporary Issues in Education 

Part-Time Instructor

anmills@valdosta.edu  

M.Ed. in Early Childhood Education 
Valdosta State University (2021) 
B.S. in Early Childhood Education 
Valdosta State University (2011) 

Teaching Fields: Student Teaching Supervision and Introduction to Developmentally Appropriate Practice 

Part-Time Instructor

alovell@valdosta.edu  

M.Ed. in Literacy and Mathematics K-6 
Walden University (2009) 
B.Ed. in Early Childhood Education 
Emmanuel College (2006) 
Ed.S. in Advanced Educational Studies 
Augusta University (2022) 

Teaching Fields: Student Teaching Supervision and Emergent Literacy through Children’s Literature 

Part-Time Instructor

kmarble@valdosta.edu  

Ed.D. in Teacher Leader in Digital Transformation 
Capella University (2021) 
M.Ed. in Administration and Supervision 
University of Phoenix (2010) 
M.Ed. in Adult Education and Distance Learning  
University of Phoenix (2004) 
B.S. in Elementary Education (Language Arts) 
Utah State University (1994) 
Teaching Fields: Teacher Leadership Residency

Part-Time Instructor

dbmarshall@valdosta.edu  

M.S. in Early Childhood Education 
Valdosta State University (2004) 
B.S. in Early Childhood Education 
Georgia Southern University (1987) 
Ed.S. in Educational Leadership  
Valdosta State University (2010) 

Teaching Fields: Student Teaching Supervision and Differentiated Instruction in Middle Grades and Secondary Education 

Part-Time Instructor

lkraulerson@valdosta.edu  

M.S. in Education  
Troy University (2004)
 
B.S. in Secondary Education of English 
Valdosta State University (2002) 
Ed.S. in Instructional Technology with Media Certification 
Valdosta State University (2013) 

Teaching Fields: Investigating Critical and Contemporary Issues in Education and Differentiated Instruction 

Part-Time Instructor

rmason@valdosta.edu  

M.S.Ed. in Secondary Social Studies 
State University of New York (1999) 
B.S. in History 
State University of New York (1995) 
A.A. in Humanities and Social Sciences 
Niagara County Community College (1992) 

Teaching Fields: Introduction to Developmentally Appropriate Practice, Survey of Science Standards for Elementary Education, and Science of Reading

Part-Time Instructor

lmattes@valdosta.edu  

M.Ed. in Elementary Education 
University of West Georgia (2021)
 
B.S. in Elementary Education 
Kennesaw State University (2020) 
A.A. in Early Childhood Education  
Chattahoochee Technical College (2017) 

Teaching Fields: Differentiated Instruction and Teaching Math Methods for Elementary Education 

Part-Time Instructor

Ed.D. in Educational Leadership 
Valdosta State University (2019)
 
M.S. in Education 
Jacksonville State University (1990) 
B.S. in Elementary Education 
Jacksonville State University (1986) 
Teaching Fields: Emergent Literacy through Children’s Literature and Introduction to Developmentally Appropriate Practice 

Part-Time Instructor

vlmays@valdosta.edu 

Ph.D. in Leadership in Educational Administration 
Capella University (2010) 
M.S. in Public Administration 
Valdosta State University (1999) 
B.A. in Speech Communication 
Valdosta State University (1997) 
Ed.S. in Elementary Education  
Troy State University (2004) 

Teaching Fields: Language and Learning Disabilities, Serving Students with Diverse Needs, and Exploring Socio-Cultural Perspectives 

Part-Time Instructor

famcfadden@valdosta.edu  

M.S. in Health and Kinesiology 
Valdosta State University (1991) 
B.S. in Health and Kinesiology 
Valdosta State University (1985) 
A.S. in Health and Physical Education 
Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College (1983) 

Teaching Fields: Personal Fitness, Contemporary and Comprehensive Health Issues, Comprehensive Health Education, and Nutrition for Health and Human Performance 

 

Part-Time Instructor

amcginley@valdosta.edu  

Ed.D. in Educational Leadership 
American College of Education (2023) 
M.Ed. in Early Childhood Education 
Georgia State University (1998) 
B.S. in Elementary Education and Science 
Vanderbilt University (1993) 
Ed.S. in Early Childhood Education 
Georgia State University (1998) 

Teaching Fields: Differentiated Instruction, Student Teaching Supervision, and Planning for Effective Teaching and Learning 

Part-Time Instructor

Ed.D. in Curriculum and Instruction 
Valdosta State University (2025) 
M.S. in Early Childhood Education 
Valdosta State University (2013) 
B.S. in Early Childhood Education 
Valdosta State University (2011) 

Teaching Fields: Student Teaching Supervision 

Part-Time Instructor

alismitchell@valdosta.edu  

M.Ed. in Literacy  
Walden University (2012) 
B.A. in Early Childhood Education 
Jacksonville State University (2008) 
Ed.S. in Early Childhood Education 
University of West Georgia (2017) 

Teaching Fields: Student Teaching Supervision and Literacy Assessing and Instruction 

Part-Time Instructor

lmortonson@valdosta.edu  

M.A. in Education 
Walden University (2002) 
B.S.Ed. in Physical Education and Health P-12 
Valdosta State University (1985) 
Ed.S. in Leadership 
Lincoln Memorial University (2004) 

Teaching Fields: Human Movement Applications, Health and Wellness for Life, Fitness Working, Principles of Sports Officiating, and Student Learning Seminar 

Part-Time Instructor

rnanry@valdosta.edu  

M.A. in Secondary Education 
Dowling College (2010) 
B.A. in Psychology  
Hofstra University (2007) 
Ed.S. in Instructional Technology (2016) 

Teaching Fields: Employed Teacher Track Internship and Content Teaching Methods of Middle Grades or Secondary Education 

Part-Time Instructor

njnowicki@valdosta.edu 

M.Ed. in Higher Education Leadership
Valdosta State University (2022)
B.A. in Adolescent to Young Adult Education
Franciscan University of Stenbenville (2020)
B.A. in History
Franciscan University of Stenbenville (2020)

Teaching Fields: Fitness Walking, Varsity Athletics, and Mind, Body, Strength, & Fitness

Part-Time Instructor

amiorr@valdosta.edu  

M.Ed. in Elementary Education 
University of West Georgia (2022) 
B.S. in Early Childhood Education 
University of West Georgia (2020) 

Teaching Fields: Teaching Math Methods for Elementary Education 

Part-Time Instructor

kimbparker@valdosta.edu  

M.Ed. in Special Education (Deaf Education) 
University of North Florida (2003) 
B.A. in Communication Disorders (Speech Pathology and Audiology) 
Biola University (1997) 

Teaching Fields: Individualized Education Programs, Classroom Management in Special Education, and Teaching Thinking Skills 

Part-Time Instructor

mmpeacock@valdosta.edu  

Ed.D. in Curriculum and Instruction 
Valdosta State University (2019) 
M.Ed. in Middle Grades Math and Science 
University of Georgia (1998) 
B.S.Ed. in Middle Grades Math and Science 
Georgia College and State University (1996) 
Ed.S. in Gifted Education  
University of Georgia (2009) 

Teaching Fields: Action Research in Elementary Education and Student Teaching 

Part-Time Instructor

ckpel@valdosta.edu  

M.Ed. in Health and Physical Education 
Valdosta State University (2019)
 
B.S.Ed. in Health and Physical Education 
Valdosta State University (2018) 
A.S. in Health and Physical Education 
College of Coastal Georgia (2016) 

Teaching Fields: Physical Education and Coaching Pedagogy, Personal Fitness, and Nutrition for Health and Human Performance 

Part-Time Instructor

onrobinson@valdosta.edu  

Ed.D. in Curriculum and Leadership 
Columbus State University (2023) 
M.S.Ed. in Early Childhood Education 
Albany State University (2014) 
B.S.Ed. in Early Childhood Education 
Valdosta State University (2010) 

Teaching Fields: Student Teaching Supervision and Differentiated Instruction 

Part-Time Instructor

llplair@valdosta.edu  

M.Ed. in Early Childhood Education 
University of West Georgia (2020) 
B.Ed. in Early Childhood Education 
University of Georgia (2018) 
Ed.S. in Early Childhood Education 
University of West Georgia (2022) 

Teaching Fields: Student Teaching Supervision 

Part-Time Instructor

mpresley@valdosta.edu  

M.S. in Instructional Design and Technology 
Walden University (2011) 
B.A. in Elementary Education 
University of South Carolina (2007)
 
Ed.S. in Curriculum and Instruction 
Liberty University (2021) 

Teaching Fields: Student Teaching Supervision and Science of Reading 

Part-Time Instructor

crapp@valdosta.edu 

M.A. in Professional Counseling
Argosy University (2003)
B.S. in Early Childhood Education
Kennesaw University (1998)
B.S. in Child and Family Development
University of Georgia (1995)
Ed.S. in School Counseling
University of Georgia (2005)

Teaching Fields: Teacher Leadership Residency

Part-Time Instructor

kayreeves@valdosta.edu  

M.Ed. in Instructional Technology in Post-Secondary education 
Troy University (2011) 
B.Ed. in Early Childhood Education 
Armstrong Atlantic State University (2009) 
A.Ed. in Early Childhood Education 
Costal Georgia Community College (2007) 
Ed.S. in Early Childhood Education 
Walden University (2022) 

Teaching Fields: Differentiated Instruction and teaching Social Studies in the Elementary Classroom 

Part-Time Instructor

amandroberts@valdosta.edu  

M.S. in ASL and English Interpreting 
University of North Georgia (2019) 
B.A. in Fine Arts 
University of Georgia (2010) 

Teaching Fields: Practicum for Educational Interpreters 

Part-Time Instructor

mromanelli@valdosta.edu  

Ed.D. in Secondary Mathematics Education 
Kennesaw State University (2021) 
M.A. in Secondary Education 
Dowling College (2010) 
B.A. in Psychology  
Hofstra University (2007) 
Ed.S. in Instructional Technology 
University of West Georgia (2016) 

Teaching Fields: Using Assessment to Improve Teaching and Learning 

Part-Time Instructor

jpschanck@valdosta.edu  

Ed.D. in Educational Leadership 
Valdosta State University (2023) 
M.A.Ed. in School Psychology 
Seton Hall University (2004) 
B.A. in Psychology 
Richard Stockton College of New Jersey (2002) 
Ed.S. in Curriculum and Instruction 
Georgia College and State University (2012) 

Teaching Fields: Collaborative Roles in Education, Behavior Management Support, Language and Learning Disabilities, Serving Students with Diverse Needs, Assessment and Learning 

Recent Publications or Presentations:

Schanck, J. (2023). Improving the retention of special education inclusion teachers: Understanding their experiences in work and preparation in an urban setting. (dissertation). 

Part-Time Instructor

lsheffield@valdosta.edu  

M.A. in American Sign Language Interpreting  
University of North Florida (2020)  
B.A. in American Sign Language  
Lamar University (2012) 

Teaching Fields: Simultaneous and Consecutive American Sign Language Interpreting/English 

Part-Time Instructor

jfshelton@valdosta.edu  

M.Ed. in Broad-Field Science 
Valdosta State University (1989) 
B.S. in Zoology 
University of Florida (1978) 

Teaching fields: Student Teaching Supervision 

Part-Time Instructor

lauradsmith@valdosta.edu  

M.Ed. in Interrelated Special Education 
University of Georgia (1993) 
B.S.Ed. in Educational Psychology  
University of Georgia (1991) 
Ed.S. in Curriculum and Instruction 
Valdosta State University (2015) 

Teaching Fields: Classroom Management, Written and Verbal Communication for Teachers, and Using Assessment to Improve Teaching and Learning 

Part-Time Instructor

gsouthall@valdosta.edu  

Ed.D. in Curriculum and Instruction (English Education) 
University of Virginia (2006) 
M.A. in English Education and Writing  
Longwood University (2000) 
B.A. in English Literature with a Concentration in Secondary Education 
Longwood University (1997) 

Teaching Fields: Emergent Literacy through Children’s Literature, Assessment to Promote Student Learning, Teaching Math Methods for Elementary Education, Survey of Science Standard for Elementary Education 

Recent Publications or Presentations: 

Collaboration in the Classroom: Students Working Together to Enhance Learning. College of the Albemarle Faculty Professional Development. Fall 2022.

Part-Time Instructor

jestanley@valdosta.edu  

M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction (Accomplished Teaching) 
Valdosta State University (2013) 
B.S. in Middle Grades Math and Science 
Valdosta State University (2010) 
Ed.S. in Educational Leadership  
Valdosta State University (2016) 

Teaching Fields: Serving Students with Diverse Needs 

Part-Time Instructor

dostrickland@valdosta.edu  

Ed.D. in Curriculum Studies (Teacher Leadership) 
Georgia Southern University (2018) 
Ed.S. in Educational Leadership  
Georgia College and State University (1998) 
M.Ed. in Education 
Georgia College (1996) 
B.S. in Science  
Georgia College (1994) 
A.A. in Arts  
Middle Georgia College (1992) 

Teaching Fields: Differentiated Instruction, Student Teaching Supervision, and Teaching Math Methods for Elementary Education 

Part-Time Instructor

shadavis@valdosta.edu 

M.Ed. in Instructional Technology
Kennesaw State University (2016)
B.S. in Early Childhood Education
Kennesaw State University (2008)

Teaching Fields: Technology for Learning and Social Emotional Learning & Classroom Management

Part-Time Instructor

sdtanner@valdosta.edu  

M.Ed. in Educational Leadership 
Valdosta State University (1997) 
M.Ed. in Elementary Education  
Valdosta State University (1992) 
B.S.Ed. in Elementary Education 
Valdosta State University (1990) 
Ed.S. in Educational Leadership 
Valdosta State University (1998) 

Teaching Fields: Student Teaching Supervision 

Part-Time Instructor

mgtew@valdosta.edu  

M.Ed. in Health and Physical Education 
Valdosta State University (2021) 
B.S. in Health and Physical Education 
Valdosta State University (2020) 
Ed.S. in Coaching Pedagogy in Physical Education  
Valdosta State University (2025) 

Teaching Fields: Personal Fitness 

Part-Time Instructor

sheithomas@valdosta.edu  

Ed.D. in Educational Leadership 
Nova Southeastern University (2010) 
M.Ed. in Early Childhood Education  
Albany State University (1995) 
B.S. in Early Childhood Education  
Albany State University (1990) 
Ed.S. in Educational Leadership 
Nova Southeastern University (2003) 

Teaching Fields: Student Teaching Supervision 

Part-Time Instructor

ltorijano@valdosta.edu  

Ed.S. in Early Childhood Education 
Columbus State University (2021) 
M.Ed. in Early Childhood Education 
Columbus State University (2014) 
B.A. in English Literature 
Columbus State University (2006) 

Teaching Fields: Student Teaching Supervision 

Part-Time Instructor

meward@valdosta.edu  

M.Ed. in K-5 Mathematics 
Walden University (2009) 
B.S. in Early Childhood Education 
Valdosta State University (2006) 
Ed.S. in Curriculum, Instruction, and Professional Development 
Walden University (2012) 

Teaching Fields: Planning, Assessment, & Differentiation, Investigating Critical & Contemporary Issues in Education, Teaching Elementary Science Methods, and Methods for Multicultural Education 

Part-Time Instructor

tswarren@valdosta.edu  

Ed.D. in Curriculum and Instruction 
Valdosta State University (2017) 
M.Ed. in Middle grades 4-8 
Valdosta State University (2009) 
B.S.Ed. in Middle Grades 4-8 (Mathematics, Reading, and Science) 
Valdosta State University (2008) 
Ed.S. in Performance-Based Leadership 
Valdosta State University (2014) 

Teaching Fields: Methods for Multicultural Education, Teaching Elementary Science Methods, Introduction to Developmentally Appropriate Practice, and Social Emotional Learning and Classroom Management 

Part-Time Instructor

marwaters@valdosta.edu  

M.Ed. in Middle Grades Education in Science and Language Arts 
Brenau University (1997) 
B.A. in Middle Grades Education in Science and Social Studies 
Brenau University (1995) 
Ed.S. in Educational Leadership 
Lincoln Memorial University (1998) 

Teaching Fields: Foundations of Teacher Leadership 

Part-Time Instructor

adewatson@valdosta.edu  

Ed.D. in Professional Leadership 
Converse University (2022) 
M.S. in Administration and Supervision 
Converse College (2017) 
B.A. in Special Education (Deaf/Hard of Hearing) 
Converse College (2013) 

Teaching Fields: Internship/Clinical Practice in Teaching 

Part-Time Instructor

wdwebb@valdosta.edu 

M.A. in Teaching and Learning: Elementary Math
Nova Southeastern University (2014)
B.S. in Early Childhood Education
Valdosta State University (2011)
Ed.S. in K-8 Leadership in Mathematics Education
Regent University (2018)

Teaching Fields: Emergent Literacy through Children's Literature, Science of Reading, Literacy Assessing & Introduction, and Planning for Effective Teaching & Learning

Part-Time Instructor

catrwhite@valdosta.edu  

M.A. in Early Childhood Education 
Mercer University (2017) 
B.A. in Sociology  
Rosemont College (1998) 
A.A. in Preschool Education 
Atlantic Union College (1994) 
Ed.S. in Teacher Leadership  
Valdosta State University (2017) 

Teaching Fields: Student Teaching Supervision 

Part-Time Instructor

jasyork@valdosta.edu  

M.A. in Elementary Education  
Alabama State University (1995) 
B.A. in Political Science 
Morehouse College (1990) 
Ed.S. in Elementary Education/Administration 
University of South Alabama (1998) 

Teaching Fields: Planning for Effective Teaching and Learning, Student Teaching Supervision, and Teaching Social Studies in the Elementary Classroom