Working with special needs children takes a passionate person with a heart for students’ unique learning and medical needs. A teacher who embeds pedagogical practices to enhance the learning experience of their students. An exceptional teacher will use every educational tool, strategy, and innovative curriculum to help students become successful. And that’s why Kenisha Milledge has dedicated herself to her profession and students. She began her career working for nonprofit organizations that created/implemented volunteer-based reading programs for at-risk students. As she worked with different schools in the River Region, she began to cultivate a passion for community development and contribution. She volunteered at Children’s Center School and realized it was where she wanted her journey to continue as a K-6 Special Education teacher and Special Education Facilitator for K-12.
Kenisha Milledge received her Bachelor of Liberal Arts degree from Auburn University Montgomery. Seven years later, she received her Master of Education in Special Education K-6 from Alabama State University and an Education Specialist Certification in Special Education K-6 from Auburn University.
She shares, “I not only love my students, but I love all the students I have the pleasure of coming in contact with. The beauty of having a servant’s heart is assisting whoever and wherever is needed. Although I am based at Children’s Center School, I occasionally have opportunities to work with students outside of Children’s Center. Being a teacher for students with special needs means my life will forever be changed. It is such an honor and blessing to be a part of their lives.” Kenisha also enjoys working with a group of colleagues who are supportive, hard-working, and passionate about the students they serve.
Like every teacher, Kinisha has professional goals. She desires to do more good than harm, leave a situation/person better equipped than before her involvement, and always act out of love and respect. These are qualities that parents value and admire when they’re entrusting educators to lead and guide their children toward academic growth and success.
After retiring, Kenisha feels she will still be pursuing what she loves to do in some capacity.
Kenisha Milledge has been married to Dr. William Milledge, Jr. for 22 years. They have two children, Madlyn and Mason, and reside in Montgomery.