Salma Boyd


 

Biography

 

Dr. Salma Boyd is excited for her opportunity to serve the Edgewood ISD community as Faculty in Residence at Gus Garcia University School, Powered by Texas A&M San Antonio. Dr. Boyd moved to San Antonio in 2002, her family considers San Antonio their second home. As a native of Abbeville, Louisiana and product of a similar school system, Dr. Boyd takes great pride in her ability to aid in the growth of opportunities and the advancement of the area. With an affinity for vulnerable and marginalized populations, her work is focused on helping others realize their potential and she remains committed to empowering others to define success for themselves.

Dr. Boyd has worked in public education since 2010. She has served in different capacities including Classroom Teacher, District State Assessment Coordinator, Academic Interventions Coach, Title I Coordinator, Principal, and Faculty Campus Administrator. Her experience as an instructional leader and community advocate helps her to build lasting and trustful relationships with all stakeholders.

Throughout her career, Dr. Boyd has earned several prestigious awards. These include 2018 HEB Excellence in Education Award Nominee, 2016 KENS5/SACU/Credit Human ExCel “Outstanding Educator of the Year” Award Recipient, 2015 Above and Beyond Award Recipient, and 2014 KONO Literacy Award Recipient.

Dr. Boyd completed her Bachelor of Arts in Education and Master of Arts in Teaching degrees at University of the Incarnate Word in San Antonio, Texas. She also earned a doctorate degree in Organizational Leadership and Transformation at Northcentral University in San Diego, California. She holds active Teacher, Principal, and Superintendent certifications in the state of Texas.

A devoted lifelong learner, Dr. Boyd positions herself in situations where she can learn and grow with others. She is part of several organizations including Association of Texas Professional Educators, Texas Statewide Network of Assessment Professionals, Texas Association of Secondary School Principals, Texas Alliance of Black School Educators, and National Society of Leadership and Success. She also serves on the Board of Directors for a nonprofit organization focused on the revitalization and educational uplifting of her hometown community.

Salma Boyd

College Of Education And Human Development

Institute of School & Community Partnerships


Clinical Assistant Professor

Madla 364
210-784-2405
sboyd@tamusa.edu
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Course Teachings

SubjectNumberSectionDescriptionTermSyllabi
EDCI 3321 900 Educational Interventions Spring 2024 Syllabus
EDCI 3348 902 Managing the Learning Environ Spring 2024 Syllabus