Yaleisha Buford

Speech Associate

662.781.1135
Yaleisha Buford

About the Teacher

Education and Experience:

  • Bachelor of Science Degree in Speech and Hearing Sciences from Delta State University
  • Master of Science Degree in Special Education from Western Governors University
Yaleisha Buford is former military brat, who traveled the world as the daughter of a United States Marine.  After graduating from Southwest Onslow High School in Jacksonville, North Carolina, Yaleisha found her  way to Mississippi to attend Delta State University to pursue a degree in Speech and Hearing Sciences.  Upon graduating from college, she became employed by Desoto County Schools as a Speech Associate and has provided services to helping individuals overcome communication challenges and fostering a supportive learning environment for the past 15-years.  Outside of school, Yaleisha is a serial entrepreneur who enjoys serving the community as a Notary Public, Mississippi REALTOR and Mortgage Credit Consultant.  In her spare time she enjoys being a dog mom to her Yorkie named Boss, reading, spending time with family and friends, attending her god children's sports events and traveling.