Meet the Faculty
Jeania Jones, Ed.D., Assistant Clinical Professor
EC Program Director, EC M.Ed. Graduate Program Director
Dr. Jeania Jones is an Assistant Clinical Professor of Early Childhood Education in the Department of Teaching, Learning, and Curriculum. She is also the Early Childhood Program Area Director and Director of the Graduate Programs for Early Childhood Curriculum and Instruction and Early Childhood Leadership.
Dr. Jones works closely with preservice teachers, teacher candidates, and inservice teachers. Her research is around teacher preparation and culturally responsive teaching.
Katrina W. Hall, Ph.D., Professor
Assistant Chair, TLC
Dr. Hall is Professor and Assistant Chair for the Department of Teaching, Learning, and Curriculum. Her research deals with literacy, play, and outdoor learning through the lens of a culturally responsive, Whole Child approach.
Adrien Malek-Lasater, Ph.D., Assistant Professor
Research and Professional Development Director, UNF Preschool
Dr. Adrien Malek-Lasater is an Assistant Professor of Early Childhood Education in the Department of Teaching, Learning, and Curriculum. Dr. Malek-Lasater is also the Director of Professional Development and Research at the UNF Preschool.
Meghan Parkinson, Ph.D., Associate Professor
Dr. Meghan Parkinson is an Assistant Professor of Early Childhood Education in the Department of Teaching, Learning, and Curriculum. Dr. Parkinson studies young children's science and engineering learning, teacher support for sensemaking and regulated learning, and family engagement in STEM practices.
Christian Winterbottom, Ph.D., Professor
Chair, TLC
Dr. Christian Winterbottom, is an Associate Professor of Early Childhood Education and the Director of Research and Professional Development at the UNF Preschool.
Gigi Morales David, Ed.D.
UNF Preschool Director
Dr. G is a bilingual Jacksonville native who brings a creative perspective combined with over 30 years of educational experiences including: Preschool & Elementary Teacher, Head of School, Director of Education for HS and EHS, Curriculum Designer, Program Evaluator, Education Consultant and University Professor.