Dr. Tyais H. Dial

Tyais Dial, a California native, has been involved in education for over 20 years. Dr. Dial’s experiences are diversified because not only has she worked as a DoDEA teacher and administrator, but she began her professional career as a public-school teacher, paraprofessional, administrative assistant, WorkAbility Job Development teacher for Special Education Students, and the Executive Assistant for the Superintendent of Educational Services in Southern California. She also has had the privilege to serve as a consultant for the Los Angeles County Office of Education (LACOE) writing curriculum and providing professional learning for their Very Special Arts Festival (an inclusive event which celebrates the artistic achievements of students with all abilities). Because of her varied experiences, she understands the importance of each role as it pertains to teaching, supporting the whole child, and working closely with the community stakeholders. Dr. Dial’s background is expansive as she has worked in a range of school settings and districts such as public, private and low-socioeconomic communities, as well as prominent districts such as in Beverly Hills Unified, a district recognized for its innovation and forward thinking. Dr. Dial joined DoDEA in 2011as a teacher at Tarawa Terrace Elementary School (TTES) in North Carolina, teaching a plethora of grades and assuming a variety of leadership roles to include Team Leader, Continuous School Improvement Team member, and the Superintendent’s Advisory Committee member. Additionally, Dr. Dial actively led and participated in numerous diversity, equity, and inclusion programs at TTES, garnering recognition by both the base and community partners/publications. In 2018, she joined the Guam family aboard Andersen Air Force Base and served as one of two assistant principals at Andersen Elementary School. Most recently, Dr. Dial served as the principal at Andersen Middle School, relishing the opportunity to collaborate and learn from a highly experienced staff, exceptional Guam administrative colleagues, and remarkable students and parents. 

Dr. Dial began her pursuit of higher education at California State-Dominguez Hills where she received her Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Administration. After completing her undergraduate degree, she attended graduate school, receiving a dual-teaching credential: Special Education/Multiple Subject, a Master of Science in Special Education from California Baptist University, and a few years later her Educational Specialist degree: Educational Leadership from Liberty University. In September of 2020, she completed her Doctor of Education Degree in Curriculum & Instruction from Liberty University. 

Dr. Dial subscribes to the philosophy of servant leadership and employs a servitude model which allows her to put the needs of her students’ and colleagues before her own. She uses her time, talents, and resources to bridge classroom needs with the initiatives of DoDEA’s mission. This includes facilitating effective collaboration, modeling excellent instruction,
exhibiting inspiration through peer coaching/mentoring, and developing collegiality through curriculum development and practical application of knowledge. Driven by the desire to strengthen school culture, her colleagues, and herself, she aims to support students not only for who they are presently, but for who they will become – educated, engaged, and empowered leaders. 

Dr. Dial not only subscribes to this philosophy at work, but also at home with her family. During her downtime, she enjoys spending time with her husband (who is a prior Marine) and wonderful children attending church, playing board games, going to the beach, dining out, and creating memories! Dr. Dial is grateful and honored to have the opportunity to work for the DoDEA Europe West District. She is also thrilled to work alongside and serve the faculty, staff, students, parents, and community aboard Spangdahlem Air Force Base.