Jessica Simpson

Jessica Simpson serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Teaching and Leading at Augusta University's College of Education and Human Development, where she has been a faculty member since 2016. Her academic work centers on evidence-based practices in special education with a focus on environmental factors affecting student outcomes.

Her educational background includes:

• Ph.D. in Special Education and Teaching, University of Mississippi (2016)
• MED in Curriculum and Instruction, University of Mississippi (2004)
• BAED in Special Education and Teaching, University of Mississippi (2003)

Dr. Simpson's research investigates physical learning environments, particularly how classroom lighting and spatial design influence students with special needs. Her work bridges educational theory with practical classroom applications to optimize learning conditions for diverse student populations.

She actively contributes to university governance through the Scholarship Review Committee, COE Assembly Bylaws Review Committee, and AU Senate Budget Advisory IT & University Resources. Her regional engagement includes leadership in the CSRA Induction Collaborative and East GA P-20 Collaborative initiatives.