Michelle Rosen is the Chairperson and an Associate Professor in the Department of Literacy Education. She received her Masters in Reading (with Reading Specialist Certification) and Doctorate in Education (with a concentration in Teacher Leadership) from Rutgers University. Dr. Rosen directs the NJCU Teacher Intern Program (www.njcu.edu/tip), a school-based residency program for College of Education students where they work alongside experienced teachers in Jersey City Charter Schools. Additionally, she coordinates the 100% online Masters in Reading with Reading Specialist Certification at NJCU. Dr. Rosen’s research interests include school-based residency programs, professional development, and student-centered pedagogies.