Sarah K. Howorth

Dr. Sarah K. Howorth is an Associate Professor of Special Education at the University of Maine and a faculty member in the Honors College. She teaches HON 101: Disability in Context, focusing on interdisciplinary exploration of disability through historical, cultural, educational, and legal frameworks.

• Specializes in promoting equitable access for students with disabilities, particularly those with high-intensity needs
• Researches single-case research design (SCRD), student-led IEPs, and AI integration in special education preparation
• Advocates for intersectional approaches addressing disability alongside multilingualism and LGBTQIA+ identities

Her scholarship emphasizes evidence-based practices, policy analysis, and inclusive pedagogy. She mentors undergraduate and graduate researchers while collaborating with state/national partners to strengthen rural special education teacher pipelines.