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Dr. Jonathan Ryan Davis is an Associate Professor of Urban Education in the Department of Educational Administration and Secondary Education at The College of New Jersey (TCNJ), where he coordinates the Urban Secondary Education Program. His work focuses on preparing effective educators for diverse school contexts, particularly urban settings.
Dr. Davis earned his Ph.D. in Sociology with a focus on education from The Graduate Center, City University of New York (2015), an M.A. in Social Studies from Teachers College, Columbia University (2005), and a B.A. in History and African/African-American Studies from Washington University (2003), where he graduated Magna Cum Laude.
His research emphasizes strategies for preparing new teachers, including culturally responsive/sustaining teaching, classroom management, and diverse and adaptable pedagogy. Dr. Davis' work consistently addresses the challenges and opportunities in urban education contexts, with a particular focus on middle and secondary school environments. His recent publications form a cohesive series on adaptable teaching strategies that can be implemented across various school settings, with his most recent work including the 2025 publication 'Planning for Teaching Success: 30 Practical Strategies for All School Contexts.'
- School of Education Outstanding Faculty Member Award Finalist (2022)
- Outstanding Faculty Member Award Finalist (2017, 2016)
- Dissertation Fellowship Honorable Mention, Ford Foundation
- Dissertation Year Fellowship, The Graduate Center, CUNY
- Enhanced Chancellor's Fellowship, The Graduate Center, CUNY
- Teacher of the Year, Urban Assembly School of Design and Construction
- Outstanding Teaching of Civic Education, Honorary Colonel of Kentucky
With extensive experience as both a classroom teacher in urban settings and a teacher educator, Dr. Davis brings practical insights to his academic work. His background as a social studies teacher in northern Kentucky and New York City informs his research on teacher preparation and classroom practices. He has secured funding including a contract with the New Jersey Department of Education for 'Leveraging Teacher Leaders for School Improvement' through May 31, 2025.
