- M.Ed. with leadership and literacy focus, University of Vermont
- B.S., Special Education, Mississippi State University
Department of Education: Special Education
Area(s) of expertise
- Family-centered practices
- IEP development
- Literacy instruction for students with print disabilities
- Conflict resolution and collaborative decision making
BIO
Andrea Wasson teaches and advises students in undergraduate and graduate programs in special education. She is passionate about equipping future educators with practical, evidence-based tools to support equitable learning. Her professional focus is on literacy acquisition for students with specific learning disabilities. She values strong collaboration with students, families, and teams to develop effective and inclusive Individual Education Plans (IEPs).
Before joining UVM, Andrea worked in public education for 37 years as a special education teacher, literacy specialist, and special education administrator. She began her career as a teacher in the Barre Supervisory Union and subsequently taught in the Montpelier School District. She also served in leadership roles for Barre City Schools, Caledonia Central Supervisory Union, and the Central Vermont Supervisory Union.
At the Stern Center for Language and Learning, Andrea worked as an instructor and professional development provider. She has also served for many years as an instructor, supervisor, and presenter with the Vermont Higher Education Collaborative.
Andrea earned her Master of Education with a leadership and literacy focus from the University of Vermont. She also holds a Bachelor of Science in Special Education from Mississippi State University.
Courses
- Meeting the Instructional Needs of All Students
- Special Education Internship
- Literacy
Bio
Andrea Wasson teaches and advises students in undergraduate and graduate programs in special education. She is passionate about equipping future educators with practical, evidence-based tools to support equitable learning. Her professional focus is on literacy acquisition for students with specific learning disabilities. She values strong collaboration with students, families, and teams to develop effective and inclusive Individual Education Plans (IEPs).
Before joining UVM, Andrea worked in public education for 37 years as a special education teacher, literacy specialist, and special education administrator. She began her career as a teacher in the Barre Supervisory Union and subsequently taught in the Montpelier School District. She also served in leadership roles for Barre City Schools, Caledonia Central Supervisory Union, and the Central Vermont Supervisory Union.
At the Stern Center for Language and Learning, Andrea worked as an instructor and professional development provider. She has also served for many years as an instructor, supervisor, and presenter with the Vermont Higher Education Collaborative.
Andrea earned her Master of Education with a leadership and literacy focus from the University of Vermont. She also holds a Bachelor of Science in Special Education from Mississippi State University.
Courses
- Meeting the Instructional Needs of All Students
- Special Education Internship
- Literacy