Ella Barton
Knoxville,TN
Summary
Dedicated secondary school teacher committed to fostering a supportive learning environment and facilitating student success. Experienced in delivering engaging lessons, assessing student progress, and promoting critical thinking skills. Background in educational research and qualitative data synthesis.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Graduate Student Intern - English I
Central High School
Knoxville, TN
08.2025 - 05.2026
- Conducted research on best practices in education for curriculum development.
- Supported teachers in developing lesson plans and implementing classroom activities to enhance student engagement.
- Organized and provided educational resources and materials to optimize classroom learning experiences.
- Streamlined communication among students, parents, and staff to foster a collaborative educational environment.
- Participated in professional development workshops to enhance teaching strategies.
English II Job Shadow
West High School
Knoxville, Tennessee
01.2025 - 05.2025
- Assisted teachers in preparing lessons and implementing curriculum effectively.
- Provided individualized support to students requiring additional help with assignments.
- Supported classroom management by fostering a positive learning environment.
Education
Master of Science - Theory And Practice of Teacher Education
The University of Tennessee-Knoxville
Knoxville, TN05.2026
Bachelor of Arts - English - Secondary Education
The University of Tennessee-Knoxville
Knoxville, TN05.2025
Skills
- Curriculum development
- Classroom management
- Educational research
- Data analysis
- Qualitative analysis
- Team collaboration
- Professional development
- Communication strategies
Certification
Tennessee Teaching License: English Language Arts, grades 6-12
Affiliations
Assistant Manager - SoKno Taco Cantina (November 2025-Current)
Volunteer Experience
- The Salvation Army
- Centro Hispano de East Tennessee
- Girl Scouts of the USA
- Prevent Child Abuse America
Relevant Coursework
- ENED 549 Teaching Reading & Literature/Secondary
- ENED 508 Writing Pedagogy & Grammar
- ENED 592 Sociolinguistics & Teaching English
- REED 543 Literacy & Literature in the Secondary Grades
- TPTE 591 Theory & Practice in Teacher Education: Clinical Studies
- WLEL 489 Content Based ESL Methods
- WLEL 550 Secondary Language Assessment
I have completed or am currently participating in all required Secondary Education courses at The University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
Research and Presentations
- The Dilution of Academic Achievement: "Brain Rot" in the English Language Arts Classroom, The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, August 2025-May 2026, A Practice Based Review of Research Submitted for the Degree of Master of Science
Timeline
Graduate Student Intern - English I
Central High School
08.2025 - 05.2026
English II Job Shadow
West High School
01.2025 - 05.2025
Master of Science - Theory And Practice of Teacher Education
The University of Tennessee-Knoxville
Bachelor of Arts - English - Secondary Education
The University of Tennessee-Knoxville