Saro Deacon

Saro Deacon is a Lecturer at Sonoma State University specializing in Early Childhood Studies. With extensive experience teaching preschool, elementary school, and community college classes—including courses for adults with special needs—they have also led teacher workshops and parent classes. Their office is located in Stevenson 2019, and they emphasize open-minded discussions, active participation, and collaborative learning environments.

• M.A., Multi-Subject Credential

Academic interests include:

• Communication skills
• Creative writing development
• Early music education
• Peaceful conflict resolution
• Active learning
• Critical first five years
• Teaching the whole child
• Social-emotional development
• Positive discipline