Tara Schwitzman-Gerst
استادیار · Diversity, Equity, and Care in Teaching and Teacher Education
Kean Universityمعرفی
Dr. Tara Schwitzman-Gerst is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Elementary and PE/Health Education at Kean University's College of Education. Her office is located in HH-406, and she can be contacted via email at tgerst@kean.edu or phone at (908) 737-3774.
Education:
- Ed.D., Curriculum and Teaching, Teachers College, Columbia University, 2022
- M.Ed., Multicultural Education, Eastern University, 2012
- B.S., Psychology, University of Florida, 2009
- B.M., Music Performance, University of Florida, 2009
Research Focus: Her scholarship centers on critical analyses of educational equity through frameworks like Disability Critical Race Theory (DisCrit). Primary investigations include teacher preparation reform at Hispanic-Serving Institutions, intersectional approaches to inclusive education, and dismantling systemic barriers in K-12 and higher education systems. Research methodologies emphasize qualitative and critical paradigms.
Teaching Portfolio: Courses taught include Curriculum Evaluation and the Learner (EDUC 3000), Social Studies and Contemporary Issues in Elementary Education (EMSE 3140), Clinical Practice seminars (EMSE 4900), and a First-Year Seminar on Intersectionality and the Arts (GE 1855), reflecting her interdisciplinary approach to educator development.
