Rate My Professor Brittany Auernig-Roan

Brittany Auernig-Roan is the Assistant Dean and Assistant Professor of Practice in the Teacher Education department at Benerd College, University of the Pacific, located in Stockton. She holds a Doctorate of Special Education from NorthCentral University, awarded in 2020, and possesses an Ed.S. designation. Dr. Auernig-Roan brings more than a decade of hands-on experience in the field, having served as a special education teacher, a professor, and an administrator in a non-public school setting. Her primary specialty focuses on students with disabilities, particularly in fostering their support within inclusive educational environments.

In her current role, she contributes significantly to teacher education programs and serves as the Faculty Co-Lead for the University of the Pacific's Teacher Summer Program. Dr. Auernig-Roan's research and professional presentations reflect her expertise in special education and teacher support. Notable works include the presentation "Inclusive Practices for Students with Emotional and Behavioral Disorders" delivered in 2020; "Special education mentor training," co-presented with Belkis Choiseul-Praslin in 2021; "Veteran teacher perspectives," with Belkis Choiseul-Praslin and C. McInnis in 2022; and "What do we know about supporting part-time education-related credential faculty?," alongside Jonathan S. Toccoli and Belkis Choiseul-Praslin in 2023. These contributions are part of the Benerd College Faculty Presentations archived in the university's Scholarly Commons.

Furthermore, Dr. Auernig-Roan plays a key role in graduate student mentorship, acting as a committee member on several doctoral dissertations. Examples include serving as second committee member for "The effects of GoNoodle engagement on mathematics skills of students with disabilities" by C.D. Barrett in 2023, first committee member for "An Evaluation of the Conditions Impacting Teacher Attrition and Retention in California" by C.M. McInnis in 2025, and dissertation chair for "Filipina American Mothers' Experiences Obtaining Services for Children with Disabilities" by N.C. Boling in 2024. Her involvement underscores her impact on advancing research in teacher retention, special education preparation, and inclusive practices within the education field.