Sarah Hart

Education

PhD, University of Auckland, New Zealand

MS, Indiana University

BA, Skidmore College

Teaching Focus

Sarah Hart teaches about equity in special education through undergraduate and graduate coursework. Course topics include post-school transition, trauma-informed behavioral psychology, and disability studies. She also mentors all levels of student research, helping to develop academic skills and interests.

Professional Interests

Sarah Hart's research spans both Aotearoa New Zealand and the USA, focusing on post-school transitions—a topic she's passionate about from her previous teaching experiences in both countries. She applies a capability theory of social justice and an inclusive qualitative research approach to explore the experiences of young adults with significant disabilities. Her work has been shared internationally at conferences and published in academic journals in special education, disability advocacy, and research methodology. She recently published a sole-authored book, Transition with Dignity: School Leaving from the Perspectives of Young Adults with Significant Disabilities.