About me
Hello! My name is Melissa Yarczower and I am currently a visiting assistant professor at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. I teach both undergraduate and graduate coursework in EC/ECSE, mentor students, supervise fieldwork, and collaborate on curriculum development and program reviews.
I currently hold a Ph.D. in Special Education from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV), where I specialized in early childhood and early childhood special education. My research focuses on how pre-service teachers are trained to teach social-emotional skills and handle challenging behaviors in young children.
I hold multiple certifications in early childhood, special education, and elementary education across several states (NV, VA, DC, NC, and PA). I worked in early childhood special education classrooms, inclusive classrooms, and Head Start settings. I have also been involved in research projects and has presented her work at numerous conferences.
I actively participate in professional organizations like DEC and TED and I joined DEC's Publications and Products Advisory Committee this year. I am committed to enhancing early childhood education, with a focus on inclusion and supporting children with disabilities.