Shubhi Sachdeva

Dr. Shubhi Sachdeva is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Child & Adolescent Development at San Francisco State University (SFSU), part of the College of Health & Social Sciences. Her work focuses on early childhood education with an emphasis on social justice, particularly addressing systemic inequities affecting BIPOC children and families in learning environments. She holds a PhD in Curriculum and Instruction from The University of Texas at Austin, with a specialization in Early Childhood Education. Dr. Sachdeva previously served as a Research Assistant Professor at the University of Virginia’s School of Education and Human Development before joining SFSU.

Her educational background includes a B.S. and M.S. in Child Development from Lady Irwin College, University of Delhi, India. Her research explores how power dynamics, oppression, and resistance shape educational experiences, advocating for anti-racist and culturally responsive practices in early childhood settings.

In her scholarship, Dr. Sachdeva prioritizes actionable strategies for educators to foster inclusive classrooms, such as trauma-informed practices and conversations about race. She has published widely on topics like early childhood mental health consultation, social-emotional learning, and civic education for young children. Her work bridges theory and practice, emphasizing the intersection of policy, classroom dynamics, and community engagement.

Dr. Sachdeva’s research often involves collaboration with educators, families, and policymakers to address systemic challenges in early childhood systems, such as high educator turnover and resource disparities. She advocates for scalable solutions while centering the voices of marginalized communities.