Jason Salisbury

Jason Salisbury is an Associate Professor in the Department of Educational Policy Studies at the University of Illinois Chicago’s College of Education. He coordinates the MEd Educational Policy Studies program and teaches in the Urban Education Leadership program, focusing on instructional leadership and organizational theory. His research examines how school leaders foster culturally relevant pedagogies and empower marginalized youth through transformative leadership.

Education

• Ph.D. Educational Leadership and Policy Analysis, University of Wisconsin - Madison
• M.S. Special Education, University of Illinois - Urbana Champaign
• B.S. Special Education, Michigan State University

Research Focus

Salisbury explores equity-centered leadership practices that bridge organizational structures and student agency. His work emphasizes leveraging school systems to amplify youth voices, particularly among communities of color, and dismantling structural barriers to educational equity. Key themes include culturally sustaining pedagogies, youth activism, and institutional change.

Publications Overview

His publications analyze leadership strategies for culturally relevant schooling, resistance to equity initiatives, and student-centered decision-making frameworks. Recent work highlights the role of marginalized youth in driving systemic educational reforms.

Lab/Team Affiliations

While not explicitly noted, his research collaborations with colleagues like D. J. Irby and A. Graeber suggest active participation in interdisciplinary teams focused on urban education and leadership development.