Christina Cumbest

Dr. Christina Cumbest is an accomplished educator and author currently serving as an Assistant Teaching Professor at the University of Southern Mississippi. With 10 years of classroom teaching experience and 12 years as a school administrator, she brings extensive practical knowledge to her role in shaping future educators.

• DED - Liberty University (2022)
• EDS - Liberty University (2012)
• MED - William Carey University (2011)
• BS - University of Southern Mississippi (2001)

Her expertise lies in Elementary Education and Literacy instruction, with a focus on:

• Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) for student interventions
• Foundational literacy education
• Practicum mentorship for pre-service teachers

Dr. Cumbest teaches courses including:

• CIE 403: Multi-Tiered System of Supports and intervention processes
• CIR 306: Introductory reading education
• Practicum courses for teacher training at multiple levels