Sarah Huisman

Sarah Huisman is a Professor and Director of the Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning at Fontbonne University's College of Education and Allied Health Professions. She holds a Ph.D. in Teaching and Learning and certifications in Birth-grade 8 Education, ESL, and Gifted Education. Her research focuses on inclusive education, early childhood teacher training, and parental self-efficacy. She teaches courses like EDU 268 (Learner Development) and ECE 433 (Early Childhood Curriculum).

Dr. Huisman has presented at numerous conferences, including NAEYC (National Association for the Education of Young Children), the Early Childhood Summit, and SXSW, addressing topics like culturally competent teaching and screen time's impact on child development. She is a member of professional organizations including NAEYC and AERA.

Her scholarly work emphasizes teaching efficacy, urban educator resilience, and family engagement. Recent publications explore parental education program outcomes and strategies for maintaining academic productivity. She leads initiatives to enhance teaching excellence and student achievement through her role at the Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning.