M.ED. 2002 Our Lady of the Lake University

B.S. 1987 Southwest Texas State University 

Teaching Certification-Texas Teacher Certificate-Life/Provisional Secondary Grades 6-12 Biology

Lisa Tieken is a Clinical Assistant Professor and Site Coordinator in the Office of Clinical Experiences at Texas A&M University–San Antonio. She has served as an adjunct faculty member teaching Curriculum and Instruction courses, a Lecturer and Teaching Specialist in the Educator Preparation Program (EPP), and a Jag Tracks instructor. Prior to her work in higher education, she spent more than 30 years as a science teacher and instructional facilitator in Texas schools. She holds a B.S. in Kinesiology/Biology from Southwest Texas State University and an M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction from Our Lady of the Lake University. She also maintains a Texas Teacher Certificate–Life/Provisional for Secondary Grades 6–12 Biology.

Her philosophy of education centers on creating opportunities for all students to grow academically, personally, and professionally. She is committed to providing a high-quality educational experience while equipping students with the tools to succeed as future educators. Recognizing the unique challenges of first-generation and non-traditional students, she fosters supportive, respectful, and trusting relationships that prioritize student needs and well-being. Her scholarly interests include teacher advocacy, pre-service and first-year teacher support, teacher preparation and residency models, retention pathways, curriculum design, lesson planning, classroom management, and the social-emotional well-being of both teachers and students.