YOLUNDA BEALE

Manager of Regional Support

Dr. Yolunda Beale is the Director of Regional Support with an extensive background

in education spanning over two decades. Her academic journey began at Tennessee

State University in Nashville, TN, where she earned a Bachelor’s degree in Elementary

Education and a Master’s degree in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration

in Reading. Driven by a desire to broaden her expertise, Yolunda pursued a second

Master’s degree in Human Resource Management from Walden University in

Minneapolis, MN. She culminated her academic pursuits with a Doctorate in

Organizational Development, concentrating on Organizational Leadership, from

Grand Canyon University in Phoenix, AZ.

A deep commitment to teaching and teacher development has marked Yolunda’s

career in education. She has enriched the learning experiences of both elementary

and middle school students and has played a pivotal role as a mentor teacher for

preservice educators. This experience ignited her passion for teacher development,

leading her to transition from a classroom teacher to an instructional coach. At MTR,

Yolunda excelled in various roles, including Instructional Coach, Residency Director,

and Director of Coaching.



In addition to her roles, Yolunda has shared her expertise as an adjunct professor for

the past nine years. She has taught a range of courses, including Classroom

Leadership, Cultural Foundations, Capstone, and Reading Assessment, further

demonstrating her dedication to advancing the field of education.

Beyond her professional endeavors, Yolunda finds joy in binge-watching shows with

her husband and embraces her role as a mom to her two bonus children. These

personal passions provide her with balance, fulfillment, and fun.