Meredith Harvey

Meredith Harvey is an Assistant Professor in the School of Education at Spring Arbor University. She transitioned from 15+ years of K-8 classroom teaching to academia, specializing in reading intervention and educator training. Her career spans elementary teaching (grades 1, 3, 4), reading specialist roles, and adjunct teaching before securing full-time faculty status.

• Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education (Early Childhood Endorsement) from Alma College
• Masters in Reading from Spring Arbor University

Her research interests focus on effective reading instruction strategies, early childhood education practices, and teacher preparation. She emphasizes hands-on assessment techniques and critical skills development for educators. Certified in Michigan K-8 teaching, Reading Specialist, and LETRS literacy training.

Teaches courses in early childhood education, reading methodologies, and foundational educator skills. Committed to fostering student passion through collaborative learning environments.