Tiffany Qualls
Tiffany Qualls is a dedicated education leader currently serving as Dean of Students at Prospect Hill Academy Charter School in Boston, Massachusetts. With a strong background in student support and school culture, Tiffany has built a career focused on fostering safe, inclusive, and empowering learning environments. She brings a wealth of experience from her previous roles as Dean of Lower School at Codman Academy Charter Public School and Assistant Program Director at St. Mary’s Center for Women and Children, where she combined leadership, mentorship, and social work to support children, families, and school communities.
Holding a Bachelor of Science in Psychology and a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with a focus on school and community adjustment (K-12) from Lesley University, Tiffany integrates evidence-based mental health strategies with educational leadership. Her background as a social worker with the Massachusetts Department of Children and Families further strengthens her expertise in child development, trauma-informed practices, and holistic student support.
Passionate about guiding students and educators alike, Tiffany emphasizes the importance of cultivating culture, resilience, and growth within schools. She is committed to creating environments where every student feels seen, supported, and equipped to succeed, while also mentoring staff to lead with empathy, integrity, and purpose. Her work reflects a deep dedication to building communities grounded in respect, equity, and opportunity.
• Education & Training
• Professional Roles
• Acting & Modeling
• Specialty Skills (Professional & Creative)
• Lesley University-MA
• Lesley University-BA
• Girl Empowerment Group
What do you attribute your success to?
I attribute my success to the lessons I learned early on while working in a correctional facility. That experience grounded me in purpose and showed me how deeply young people need support, guidance, and someone who believes in them. It pushed me toward education, youth development, and mental health advocacy.
I also pour into my creative side through Crowned by Q, my event planning business, where I get to uplift people through memorable experiences.
For me, success isn’t just about titles or accomplishments—it’s about showing up with intention, empowering others, and leaving every space better than I found it.
What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?
The best career advice I’ve ever received is simple but powerful: Do what you love.
When you align your work with your passion and purpose, it stops feeling like a job and starts becoming your lane. That advice has guided every step of my journey—whether I’m working with youth, leading in education, or building experiences through Crowned by Q. Loving what you do fuels consistency, impact, and long-term success.
What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
I would tell young women that they are powerful, capable, and deserving—especially on the days they may not feel it. Give yourself permission to pace your journey and lead with empathy. You do not have to carry everything alone. Your presence has impact far beyond perfection, and your strength is meant to guide, not be hidden. On challenging days, pause, breathe, regroup, and keep moving forward. Even in the process, you are becoming someone extraordinary.
What are the biggest challenges or opportunities in your field right now?
One of the biggest challenges in my field right now is the growing rate of educator burnout, combined with limited systems of support for students with learning differences. We’re also seeing more young people facing complex emotional and social struggles that are too often labeled simply as ‘behavior issues.’ Navigating these realities with limited resources is difficult, and the weight of wanting to meet every need can be heavy. Still, these challenges also create opportunities—to advocate, innovate, and push for environments where both students and educators can truly thrive.
What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
The values that guide me in both my work and personal life are community, resilience, and service. I am deeply rooted in the belief that we rise by lifting others, and much of who I am was shaped by the support and trust my own community poured into me. That’s why I’m committed to giving back through mentorship, empowerment groups, and creating spaces where young women feel seen and supported. Motherhood also keeps me grounded—reminding me to lead with integrity, compassion, and a clear sense of what truly matters.