Terri Chambers, Ed.D.
About Terri Chambers, Ed.D.
Terri Chambers, Ed.D., serves as the Senior Director of the Education Division at the American Chemical Society, a position she has held since 2021. She has an extensive background in education, having worked in various roles within the American Chemical Society and as an adjunct professor, high school teacher, and educational leader.
Work at American Chemical Society
Terri Chambers has held multiple positions at the American Chemical Society (ACS) since her first tenure in 2005. She currently serves as the Senior Director of the Education Division, a role she has occupied since 2021. Prior to this, she was the Director of Learning and Career Development from 2017 to 2021, and she also served as Assistant Director for K-12 Education from 2008 to 2017. Her earlier roles at ACS included Manager of the Office of High School Chemistry and Senior Education Associate. Her extensive experience at ACS reflects her commitment to advancing chemistry education.
Education and Expertise
Terri Chambers holds a Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) from Drexel University, which she completed between 2015 and 2018. She also earned a Master of Arts from The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine from 1998 to 2000. Additionally, she received her Bachelor of Science degree from Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University, studying from 1994 to 1998. Chambers also obtained a certification from Notre Dame of Maryland University in 2000. Her educational background equips her with a robust foundation in both chemistry and education.
Background
Before her current role at the American Chemical Society, Terri Chambers worked as an Adjunct Professor at Baltimore City Community College, teaching Chemistry and Mathematics from 2000 to 2003. She also served as a High School Chemistry Teacher at Montgomery County Public Schools from 2003 to 2005. These positions contributed to her extensive experience in educational settings, particularly in chemistry education, prior to her return to ACS.
Professional Experience
Terri Chambers has accumulated significant professional experience in education and chemistry. Her career at the American Chemical Society spans over 15 years, during which she has taken on various leadership roles. In addition to her work at ACS, her experience as a High School Chemistry Teacher and Adjunct Professor has provided her with a comprehensive understanding of educational practices in the STEM fields. This diverse background informs her current initiatives in the Education Division.