Jane Warren

Dr. Jane Warren is a Senior Lecturer at the University of Wollongong's School of Education, part of the Faculty of Arts, Social Sciences and Humanities. She holds a Doctor of Education (2006–2013) and has over 30 years of experience in early childhood education, including roles as a preschool teacher and supported playgroup practitioner. Her research focuses on inclusion of children with disabilities, family empowerment, and early childhood service efficacy.

• Education:
• Doctor of Education, University of Wollongong (2006–2013)
• Master of Education (Special Education), University of Wollongong (1996–1998)
• Bachelor of Education (EC), Macquarie University (1989–1991)
• Research Interests: Inclusion frameworks, disability advocacy, early childhood leadership, and environmental education.
• Funding: Led projects like the SMILE initiative (2019) and a mentoring network for parent advocacy (2016–2020).
• Service: Editorial roles for Programming and Planning in Early Childhood Settings and reviewer for Teaching and Teacher Education.