Grace May, Ph.D.

Associate Professor
College of Human Development Culture and Media

Grace May teaches elementary and special education preparation courses at the undergraduate and graduate level. Her current research interests include the predictive value of the edTPA in future teacher success, as well as the need to develop teacher candidate health and safety knowledge related to school shootings. Currently, Dr. May serves as the CEHS liaison to the Cranford School District, working with teachers, clinical interns, and hosting on-site courses. She also serves as the advisor to tracking education majors, supporting them through the entrance process into the full major.

Dr. May has served the university in multiple roles including dean and acting dean of the College of Education and Human Services, Associate Dean for Assessment and Accreditation, NCATE accreditation coordinator for two successful accreditation visits, and program director of the elementary/special education program.