Sherry Petty

Assistant Professor at Institute of Higher Education
Biography

Dr. Sherry Petty is an assistant professor of special education at University of Northern Iowa.

Sherry has 26 years of experience in education, including work as a special education teacher, preschool teacher, and instructional coach. She earned her bachelor’s degree in early childhood and elementary education from the University of Northern Iowa. Sherry also holds a master’s degree in teaching from Morningside College and a doctorate in education from Iowa State University.

Sherry joined the IRRC Advisory Council to support the center’s work toward providing valuable resources for educators, students, and families.

Sherry is a member of Hardy Reading Council, the Iowa Reading Association, and the International Literacy Association.

Term: 2022–2024

Sherry Petty