Carmen Beck

Dr. Carmen L. M. Beck, Ed.D.

Assistant Professor | Educational Leader | Equity Advocate | Scholar-Practitioner

Dr. Carmen L. M. Beck is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Educational Leadership and Technology at California State University, San Bernardino (CSUSB), and a core faculty member in the Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) program. With more than 30 years of experience spanning K–12 and higher education, she brings a wealth of leadership expertise, a commitment to equity, and a passion for cultivating transformative learning environments.

Dr. Beck earned her Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies from the University of Redlands, her Master of Arts in Literacy and English Language Development from Azusa Pacific University, and her Doctorate in Educational Leadership, also from Azusa Pacific. She holds multiple credentials and certifications, including an Equity-Minded Teaching Certificate and advanced training in online pedagogy and effective teaching practices.

At CSUSB, Dr. Beck plays a central role in curriculum development, instructional leadership, and faculty mentorship in both the Preliminary Administrative Credential and doctoral programs. She is deeply involved in dissertation advising and serves as a committed mentor to future educational leaders. Her teaching philosophy emphasizes reflective practice, culturally responsive leadership, and equity-focused change.

Dr. Beck’s scholarly contributions are both prolific and influential. Her research centers on equity, leadership development, bilingual education, family engagement, and culturally sustaining pedagogy. Among her many publications are Strengthening Equitable Education Through Latina Leaders’ Perspectives (2025), “The Power of Parents as Partners in Literacy Development” in Empire of Radiance (2025), and “Equity, Fairness, and Cultural Pride” in Pursuing Equity and Success for Marginalized Educational Leaders (2024). She has also contributed to Latina Radiance: Love Letters to the Soul, Baila Conmigo: Mentoring Latinas as School Leaders, and multiple academic journals. Her writing reflects a deep commitment to amplifying marginalized voices and advancing justice-centered leadership in education.

Her leadership vision for the Ed.D. program emphasizes student empowerment, rigorous program design, and intentional faculty development. Dr. Beck is committed to co-constructing inclusive and responsive learning environments through community partnerships, shared leadership, and continuous improvement.

Beyond her academic roles, Dr. Beck serves on the CSUSB President’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Board, contributing to the Curriculum and Student Learning Subcommittee. She is the faculty lead for the university’s Latinx Graduation Ceremony, celebrating cultural identity and student achievement, and co-facilitates the Equity-Minded Teaching Certification Program, guiding faculty toward more inclusive and reflective teaching practices.

Before entering academia full-time, Dr. Beck served in senior administrative roles in K–12 education, including Chief Academic Officer and Director of Curriculum and Instruction. Her leadership in these positions led to significant districtwide reforms, including the development of strategic plans, the launch of bilingual and literacy initiatives, and the implementation of culturally responsive frameworks.

Rooted in the belief that education must be both liberatory and actionable, Dr. Beck continues to shape the next generation of educational leaders through her teaching, research, mentorship, and tireless advocacy for equitable systems.