Her Story
About Dr.
Dr. Angela Charles serves as an Assistant Professor of Educational Leadership at the University of South Alabama in Mobile, Alabama. After spending 15 years in K-12 education, she transitioned to higher education in her 16th year in the field, where she works with aspiring K-12 administrators by teaching graduate-level courses. Dr. Charles earned her Bachelor of Science in English Language Arts in 2010 and her Master of Arts in Teaching English Language Arts in 2013, both from the University of West Alabama. She received her Educational Specialist degree from Auburn University in 2017 and her PhD from Auburn University in 2023. She is actively involved in professional organizations including Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, The Links, Incorporated, National Sorority of Phi Delta Kappa, and Southern Regional Council on Educational Administration. Additionally, she serves on the General Education and Instruction Advisory Board at Bishop State Community College.
Her Interview
Ten minutes with Dr.
01What do you attribute your success to?
I credit my success to the support of my parents, educators, and mentors, who helped me build a strong educational foundation and reach my goals. Equally important has been my own resilience and consistency while working diligently to evolve into an effective educator and leader.
02What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?
The best advice I have received is to accept and appreciate every opportunity afforded and learn all I can.
03What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
Keep showing up and learning daily. Students need passionate educators who care about them. Education is a difficult field, but it has many rewarding moments. Be sure to practice work-life balance so you don't get burned out quickly.
04What are the biggest challenges or opportunities in your field right now?
The biggest challenge in education right now is the decline in people entering the field and staying long enough to become administrators. However, I take pride in participating in opportunities to mentor and encourage new and current educators to retain in the field.
05What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
The values most important to me are integrity, connection, collaboration, growth, and gratitude. I strive to grow through continuous learning and professional development, and I practice gratitude by appreciating every moment.
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