Dr. Shonta Smith
Chief Executive Officer
Dr. Shonta Smith International LLC
Associate Professor
Southeast Missouri State University

Dr. Shonta Smith is the “Essence of Education”. She has defied the odds. From the slums of inner city St. Louis, she knew early on that there was something more. Dr. Smith knew that life in and of itself was great. She knew that greatness was upon her and that it was her responsibility to be true to herself and do great things. Dr. Smith was blessed early on as she had the opportunity to participate in the voluntary desegregation program from 7th thru 12th grade. This experience allowed her to interact with various cultural groups and develop an appreciation for everyone’s cultural uniqueness. This opportunity set the foundation for Dr. Smith’s passion on culturally responsive teaching and resulted in the creation of Dr. Shonta Smith International LLC. Dr. Smith is an Associate Professor in the Department of Elementary, Early and Special Education at Southeast Missouri State University.
How is Your Work Changing The Narrative: My work is changing the narrative by simply having people honor who they are, where they are at this very moment. Until we get raw with ourselves and make the necessary changes and adjustments in our own lives we cannot be of any help to anyone else. From an academic standpoint I help educators walk into their purpose and be the best they can be so our children can be the best they can be. We must be the change we want to see.
How is Your Work Changing The Narrative: My work is changing the narrative by simply having people honor who they are, where they are at this very moment. Until we get raw with ourselves and make the necessary changes and adjustments in our own lives we cannot be of any help to anyone else. From an academic standpoint I help educators walk into their purpose and be the best they can be so our children can be the best they can be. We must be the change we want to see.