Valerie S. Fields

Dr. Valerie S. Fields is a Visiting Associate Professor in Educational Leadership at South Carolina State University since 2016. She focuses on empowering educators and leaders through pathways to success in personnel management, technology integration, and school-community relations. Her academic journey includes roles as LiveText Administrator (2009–2014) and Middle School Coordinator (2011–2012).

Education:

• EdD in Curriculum and Instruction (Instructional Technology), Louisiana Tech University
• Educational Specialist in Administration and Supervision, University of Louisiana at Monroe
• MEd in Administration and Supervision, University of Louisiana at Monroe
• BA in Early Childhood and Elementary Education, Southern University A&M College

Research Interests include leveraging technology in school leadership, optimizing personnel management strategies, enhancing assessment frameworks, and strengthening community ties in educational institutions.

Her courses emphasize curriculum design, technology leadership, and personnel administration, reflecting her commitment to bridging theory and practice in educational administration. No scientific awards are listed, but her work spans over two decades in academia and administration.

Her administrative experience includes serving as Interim Vice President for Student Affairs (2007–2009; 2012) and Assistant/Associate Vice President for Student Affairs (2006–2009). She has also contributed to the SC Real Estate Foundation as an Executive Director.