Choose Shelby – A Career with Impact

In Shelby County Schools, career pathways are more than just jobs—they’re opportunities to make a difference. In this Choose Shelby video, Andrea Maddox, a former operating room nurse, shares her journey from healthcare to education and how she found her calling as a Career and Technical Education (CTE) instructor at Chelsea High School.

After stepping away from the hospital to care for her children, Andrea was searching for a meaningful way to apply her experience. She found the perfect fit when Shelby County Schools launched a new Health Science program, allowing her to bring real-world surgical technology skills into the classroom. Through Alabama’s Career and Technical Education certification pathway, she transitioned from the medical field to teaching—helping students gain hands-on experience and prepare for careers in healthcare.

This inspiring story highlights how Shelby County Schools supports professionals in making the leap into education, providing mentorship and training to ensure success. Whether you’re looking to start a new chapter or bring industry expertise into the classroom, Shelby County Schools is the place to do it.

This is why Andrea chose Shelby. Why will you?