Pamela Oviedo M.B.A., Ed.D.
Pamela Oviedo, Ed.D., is an accomplished educator, researcher, and cross-functional collaborator with extensive experience in Career and Technical Education. Currently serving as a High School Educator with CMS, she brings over a decade of experience teaching middle and high school students, developing engaging STEM and career-focused curricula, and mentoring diverse student populations. Her expertise in instructional design and use of multiple learning management systems allows her to create inclusive and impactful learning experiences that prepare students for academic and professional success.
Prior to her current role, Dr. Oviedo held various leadership and educational positions, including Middle School Educator with UCPS and Imports/Export Manager at A.P. Moller - Maersk. In these roles, she honed her skills in cross-functional collaboration, curriculum development, and team management, demonstrating a commitment to excellence and innovation in both education and operational leadership. Her professional achievements are further complemented by her Doctor of Education in Teaching and Learning in Higher Education from Alverno College and an MBA in Healthcare Management from American InterContinental University.
Beyond her professional career, Dr. Oviedo is a dedicated advocate for STEM education and equity. She serves as STEM Chair and President of her local American Association of University Women (AAUW) branch, organizing programs for middle and high school girls, and volunteering as a judge for the Society of Women Engineers’ SWENext Awards Program. Through her leadership and advocacy, she actively promotes opportunities for women in education, engineering, and leadership, empowering the next generation to achieve their potential.
• Alverno College
• Walden University Online
• American Intercontinental University Online
• North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University
• SREE Conference Researchers of Color Mentor Travel Award (2023)
• SREE Conference Researchers of Color Mentor Travel Award (2024)
• National Educator Association (NEA-CMAE)
• American Association of University Women (AAUW)
• League of Women Voters (LWV)
• American Association of University Women, LWV, NEA (CMAE)
• LWV
What do you attribute your success to?
I attribute my success to my faith, persistence, consistency, determination, and resilience. I have learned valuable lessons from the trials and tribulations in my life. My immediate family has been a constant source of support—listening when I vented, cried, or screamed.
Staying committed to my goals, showing up every day, and putting in the effort have been essential to my growth. I see my life and achievements as the stages of a butterfly’s transformation, shaping me into the scholar, educator, researcher, transformational leader, mother, wife, and sister I am today.
What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?
The best career advice I’ve ever received came from several mentors in both corporate and academic settings: It is important to stay humble in all things.
The other career advice was I was given was the following:
- Listen, even if you do not agree
- Be Respect
- Be Teachable - everyone comes in your life for a reason to share something that will help you later in life.
What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
I encourage young women in education is to teach, lead, and live with purpose. My advice is to stay adaptable, remain curious, and always have a backup plan. I believe in investing in your passion—students and colleagues can tell when you love what you do, and that’s where the real impact begins.
What are the biggest challenges or opportunities in your field right now?
There are many challenges facing education today. However, as an educator teaching Career and Technical Education, I focus on:
- Show up daily and teach my students while applying real-world scenarios to the content.
- Make a difference in their lives.
- Support them as they shift their mindset about the value of their education.
- Prepare them to succeed, whether they plan to attend college, enter the workforce, or enlist in the military.
I continue to be that trusted adult who reminds students every day that they can achieve their goals. In my class, we say: “Yes, I Can! ¡Sí Se Puede!”
What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
Perseverance guide my work and personal life. I focus on helping students succeed, supporting colleagues, and setting high expectations for myself and those I work with.
Outside of work, I stay involved in higher education roles and serve as President of my local AAUW branch. I’m also an active member of the local NEA and LWV chapters, staying connected to community issues and advocacy.
In my personal time, I like relaxing with a favorite Netflix series, spending time with family, attending events in the Hispanic community, and cooking in the kitchen with my husband—time that helps me recharge and connect with those I care about.
