Gina M. Childers

Gina M. Childers serves as Assistant Professor of STEM Education in the Department of Curriculum and Instruction at Texas Tech University and is an active member of STEM CORE, a multidisciplinary center advancing STEM education through outreach and research.

Her academic credentials include a BS in Biology, Master of Curriculum and Instruction, Master of Public Health, and Doctorate in Science Education from North Carolina State University. Prior professional roles encompass Assistant Professor at the University of North Georgia, Director of Research and Development for a nonprofit education organization, instructional coaching across diverse K-12 settings in North Carolina, and high school science teaching in Georgia.

Dr. Childers' research investigates technology and gaming applications for science concept mastery while analyzing public perceptions of STEM through community events like science cafés and festivals. Her work bridges formal education and informal science engagement to foster scientific literacy. STEM CORE initiatives under her involvement include K-12 outreach programs, undergraduate research support, and faculty development in STEM pedagogy.

Professional experience is documented as:

• Assistant Professor of Middle Grades/Secondary Education, University of North Georgia
• Director of Research and Development, nonprofit education organization
• Instructional Coach for rural/suburban/urban schools, North Carolina
• High School Science Teacher, Savannah, Georgia