Jesse Fleming is an assistant professor of special education. His research is focused on reducing exclusionary and discriminatory discipline in Kâ12 schools for students with disabilities, improving social and friendship outcomes for autistic individuals, and improving the transparency and accessibility of special education research through the application of open science practices.
Before working at ASU, Jesse worked as a general education teacher, special education teacher, and instructional coach. In these roles, he became interested in teacher preparation and supporting the social and academic inclusion of students with disabilities. Jesse is interested in continued partnerships with teachers, parents, and schools to improve social, behavioral, and academic outcomes for all students.