Sarah Burton
About Sarah Burton
Sarah Burton is a Learning Designer with extensive experience in education, currently serving as an Instructional Effectiveness Specialist at Chicago Public Schools and as a Learning Designer at eSpark Learning. She has held various teaching and coaching roles within the Chicago education system and has earned degrees in Theatre and Literacy Education.
Current Role at eSpark Learning
Sarah Burton serves as a Learning Designer at eSpark Learning, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she focuses on developing engaging educational content and instructional strategies that enhance student learning experiences. Her expertise in instructional design contributes to the company's mission of improving educational outcomes for students.
Professional Experience at Chicago Public Schools
Sarah Burton has extensive experience within Chicago Public Schools. She currently works as an Instructional Effectiveness Specialist - Elevate Coach, a role she has occupied since 2020. Prior to this, she served as an Instructional Coach and Literacy Specialist from 2016 to 2020, and as a Teacher from 2012 to 2016. This background has equipped her with a comprehensive understanding of educational practices and student needs.
Educational Background
Sarah Burton holds a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Theatre/Theater from Columbia College Chicago. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master of Arts (MA) in Literacy Education-Certified Reading Specialist from Northeastern Illinois University in 2013. Additionally, she completed the Emerging Leaders Program at New Leaders from 2017 to 2018, which focused on developing leadership skills in education.
Previous Teaching Experience
Before her roles at Chicago Public Schools, Sarah Burton worked as a First Grade Teacher at Chicago International Charter School from 2009 to 2012. This early teaching experience laid the foundation for her career in education and her subsequent roles in instructional coaching and design.
Adjunct Faculty Role at National Louis University
From 2019 to 2020, Sarah Burton served as an Adjunct Faculty member at National Louis University in Chicago, IL. In this capacity, she contributed to the academic development of future educators, sharing her knowledge and experience in instructional practices.