Molly Siebert (she/her) is an Assistant Professor of Social Studies in the School of Education and Leadership. She holds a PhD in Curriculum and Instruction from the University of Minnesota with a focus on social studies and ethnic studies education. Molly has over 17 years of experience as a social studies educator and more than seven years in teacher education. Antiracism, critical whiteness studies, equity, and anti-oppressive practices ground her approach to research and pedagogy.
Professor Siebert’s teaching and research experience includes diverse classrooms across urban, suburban, rural, and international settings. She has significant experience teaching and supporting (aspiring) teachers in numerous schools across the state of Minnesota, Wisconsin, North Dakota, and South Dakota. Outside of the United States, Molly taught internationally in Ireland, supported student teachers in schools in Costa Rica, and spent time in classrooms in Colombia.
Molly’s recent research explores the experiences of social studies teachers who find teaching for justice to be meaningful, joyful, and healing. She has led professional development for K–12 educators, received grants for research related to racial equity and social justice education, and published articles in journals such as The Social Studies and Social Studies Research and Practice. Molly has presented her research in cities across the United States and internationally in the Netherlands and Canada.
Molly believes the classroom is an interactive space where learners must have ample opportunities to practice strategies and techniques, discuss critical issues with peers, and self-reflect. Professor Siebert is committed to co-creating a learning community grounded in trust, building positive relationships with students, fostering a student-centered classroom, and engaging in culturally relevant, equity-based practices.