Barbara Hammerli

Barbara Hammerli is an Instructor in the Department of Applied Human Sciences at Kansas State University (KSU). Her academic career spans over four decades, with expertise in Infant-Toddler Development (birth to 3 years), early childhood programs, and curriculum design. She teaches courses such as Developmental Curriculum in Early Childhood Education, Reflective Practice: Infants and Toddlers, and Early Childhood Practicum 1: Infant-Toddler.

Education:

• M.S. Family and Child Development, Kansas State University (1983)
• B.S. Family and Child Development, Kansas State University (1979)

Professional Background: Prior to joining KSU in 2007, she held a similar role at the University of Missouri-Columbia for 21 years. Her career includes roles as an administrator, instructor, trainer, and classroom teacher in early childhood education. She currently holds a Kansas Early Childhood Unified – Birth-Kindergarten Professional License (2022).

Advising & Mentorship: Barb mentors students in early childhood field placements, emphasizing practical experience and reflective teaching practices. She actively contributes to professional organizations and boards in early childhood education.