Education Degrees:
Ph.D. in Educational Leadership and Human Services, Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University (2007); Specialist in School Counseling, Troy University (1998); Endorsement in School Administration, Troy University (1997); Master's Degree in School Counseling, Troy University (1996); Endorsement in School Administration, Troy University (1996); Bachelor of Science in Education, Columbus State University (1985); Associate Degree, Business Management, University of Hawaii (1980)
Affiliations Awards:
Professional Association of Georgia Educators
Number Of Years In Profession:
26
Number Of Years In Current Position:
9
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
She attributes her success to the support she receives from the people she has met throughout her career, her family, and most especially, her great-aunt.
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
She became involved in her profession through her son's influence, as he experienced difficulties reading.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Mentoring teachers; Conducting educational workshops
Education Certifications:
Certification in School Counseling, State of Alabama; Certification in Educational Leadership, States of Georgia and Alabama; Certification in Early Childhood Education, States of Georgia and Alabama
Awards/Honors:
Educator, Community Works, Phenix City, AL; Musician, Community Works, Phenix City, AL; Preschool Teacher of the Year, Tiny Tots School, Fort Benning, GA; Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society; Elementary Teacher of the Year, Thomas A. Robert’s Elementary School, Berlin, Germany; International Who’s Who of Professionals
Where Will You Be In 5 Years:
In five years, Dr. Presley-Benson intends to teach at a college.