Associate of Arts in Early Childhood Education 

offered by The University of Arizona Global Campus

Dr. Amy Johnson is an Assistant Professor for the Associate of Arts in Early Childhood Education degree program in the College of Arts & Sciences at the University of Arizona Global Campus (UAGC). She earned a Doctorate of Early Childhood Development and Education from Texas Woman’s University, a Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction from Chapman University, and a Bachelor of Arts in English and Creative Writing from San Diego State University. Dr. Johnson began her career teaching elementary grades in the Cajon Valley School District. She transitioned into higher education in 2010 and enjoys the diversity of University of Arizona Global Campus students. “The students at UAGC come from a wide variety of backgrounds. They bring with them experiences from their childhoods and the classrooms in which they now observe and teach, and this makes for rich discussions in the courses. In my classes, all members are valued and participate as both teacher and learner. My students have much to contribute to society, and I challenge them to be independent thinkers and active learners, willing to advocate for the children and families they serve.” Dr. Johnson lives in the Ft. Worth, Texas, area. She enjoys rocking babies, traveling, and playing Spicy Uno with her husband and two daughters.

Dr. Tisha Shipley is a Professor of Early Childhood Education Program at the University of Arizona Global Campus. She has also been the chair of the Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Administration program at UAGC. She received a Doctor of Education in Curriculum and Instruction from Northcentral University, a master’s degree in Elementary Education/ Administration from Northwestern Oklahoma State University (NWOSU), and a bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education from NWOSU. Dr. Shipley was on faculty at NWOSU, where she taught all of the Early Childhood Education courses in her position as the Early Childhood Coordinator. She has taught multiple grade levels at Moore Public Schools (MPS), including pre-K children and gifted 3rd-6th graders, and served as a cheer sponsor and a principal for MPS. Before making the move to UAGC, Dr. Shipley was the Director of Pre-School Programs at the University of Arkansas-Fort Smith. Here at UAGC, she is eager to work with aspiring teacher candidates who are excited about making a difference in young children’s lives. She says, “Online colleges afford everyone the opportunity to receive an education, and an education is something no one can take away from you. Education will take you far in life. Incoming students: get to know your professors, ask for help, make friends, and work hard. Most importantly, love what you do!