Date of Award
2025
Document Type
Dissertation
Degree Name
Doctor of Education (EdD)
Department
Education
First Advisor/Committee Member
Dr. Julie Antilla, PhD
Second Advisor/Committee Member
Dr. Grace Blum, PhD
Third Advisor/Committee Member
Dr. Nalline Baliram, PhD
Keywords
autoethnography, ethnography, Asian American, school leadership, mentorship
Abstract
Asian American women remain significantly underrepresented in PK-12 school leadership roles in the United States, despite the rapid growth of the Asian American population. Existing research on women of color in educational leadership has primarily focused on Black and Latina women, leaving Asian American women’s experiences largely unexplored. This autoethnographic dissertation examines the experiences of an Asian American female leader in PK-12 education, with a particular focus on the role of mentorship in career progression and identity development. By analyzing personal experiences through the lens of historical and contemporary barriers, including racism, sexism, and limited access to networks, this study aims to fill the gap in literature and provide insights into the systemic challenges faced by Asian American women in leadership. Findings from this research will contribute to a broader understanding of how to support and develop a more diverse educational leadership pipeline.
Recommended Citation
Proctor, Jessica, "The Impacts of Mentorship on an Asian American Female PK-12 School Leader: An Autoethnography" (2025). Education Dissertations. 94.
https://digitalcommons.spu.edu/soe_etd/94
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