Laura Saylor

Dr. Laura Saylor serves as Dean of Education and Professor in the School of Education at Mount St. Joseph University, leveraging 25 years of practical experience that includes teaching in inclusive and multi-age classroom settings and leadership as Head of School for an independent Montessori institution.

Her academic credentials include:

• Ph.D. in Education Studies, University of Cincinnati
• M.Ed. in Montessori Education, Xavier University

Research centers on reflective practices for educators and effective preparation of early childhood teachers, with significant contributions to mathematics and science education best practices. Her expertise extends to educational assessment methodologies and collaborative approaches in teacher development, particularly within inclusive early childhood frameworks.

Dr. Saylor's instructional leadership encompasses educational assessment techniques, mathematics and science teaching methods, and cross-disciplinary collaboration in educational settings.