Kimberly M. Childs

Kimberly M. Childs is Dean of the College of Sciences and Mathematics at Stephen F. Austin State University (SFA), where she has held administrative and academic roles since 1996. She previously served as Interim Dean (2010-2012), Associate Dean (2008-2010), and Professor (2006-present) in the Department of Mathematics and Statistics.

• Ph.D. in Curriculum and Instruction/Mathematics Education from Texas A&M University (1995)
• M.S. in Mathematics Teaching from SFA (1988)
• B.S. in Mathematics from Dallas Baptist University (1977)

As a mathematics educator, Dr. Childs focuses on mathematics education, curriculum design, and teacher training. Her work emphasizes improving pedagogical practices and expanding educational opportunities through program development, supported by over $13 million in grants from the National Science Foundation and Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board.

Dr. Childs has received numerous honors including the SFA Woman of the Year (2015), Foundation Award for Faculty Achievement in Teaching (2005), and Teaching Excellence Award (2001). She served as Chair of the Texas Section of the Mathematical Association of America and as a Project NExT Fellow.