Rachael WallerDr. Rachael Waller

Associate Professor, Literacy Education, COE

Dr. Rachael Waller is described as leader in both the College of Education and in her professional field of literacy. Beyond her leadership capabilities and roles, Dr. Waller “exemplifies excellence in teaching,” which is one reason she was chosen as a Faculty Excellence Award recipient.

Dr. Waller came to MSUB in 2011 and was promoted to Associate Professor this year, a nod to the impressive work she has been doing in the areas of teaching, scholarly development, and service.

Her philosophy of teaching guides her in her daily endeavors as an Associate Professor of Literacy Education and act as the frame through which she analyzes student feedback.

Her students reflect the passion that Dr. Waller has for reading and teaching of literacy courses as their evaluations are consistently high and full of positive comments.

Beyond the classroom, Dr. Waller has made significant contributions and scholarly developments. She has given presentations at the state, regional, national, and international levels.

Dr. Waller has authored and co-authored six publications over the last several years. Her involvement with the National Technology Leadership Summit, by invitation only, resulted in attending the 2016 White House Summit on Technology Integration in Teacher Education.  She also serves as President of the Organization of Teacher Educators in Literacy and the Montana State Reading Council.

Dr. Waller is leading the charge on several endeavors within the College of Education to update and promote programs, develop courses, initiate an Advisory board, and build new community partnerships.  In addition, Dr. Waller directs the Reading Clinic on campus.

“Dr. Rachael is a rising star in the College of Education and a future campus leader,” a colleague noted. “Her work radiates Faculty Excellence!”