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Sarah Jin Wong serves as Assistant Professor in Education at Bryn Athyn College, concurrently holding leadership roles as Director of Field Placement, Certification and Compliance Officer, and Head of the Education Program. With 11 years of experience in teacher preparation, her career evolved from classroom teaching to specializing in special education following her master's work at Teachers College, Columbia University.
Her academic credentials include:
- EdD in Special Education from the University of Pittsburgh
- MA in Early Childhood Special Education from Columbia University Teachers College
- BA in Early Childhood Education and Child Psychology from Smith College
Dr. Wong's research centers on transforming special education through teacher development and inclusive practices. She investigates critical areas including Autism Spectrum Disorder interventions, Universal Design for Learning implementation, IEP facilitation strategies, and disability advocacy frameworks. Her work emphasizes early intervention techniques and co-teaching models to empower educators in supporting children with developmental disorders.
Analysis of her publication record reveals consistent focus on disability representation in teacher education. Her studies examine how pre-service teachers interpret children's literature about disabilities and develop anti-ableist discussion skills, highlighting systemic barriers in educational settings while proposing practical solutions for inclusive classroom environments.
In her administrative capacity, Dr. Wong oversees field placement certification and compliance, ensuring teacher candidates meet state requirements. While specific advising details aren't documented, her program leadership indicates direct involvement in supervising student teaching experiences and shaping curriculum standards for special education certification.
