Ellen Ashburn

Ellen Ashburn is an Adjunct Professor in the College of Arts & Sciences at Chatham University, where she has taught since 2002. Her focus areas include literacy instruction, teaching English language learners (ELL), and supervision of student teachers in elementary and secondary English education.

• Doctor of Education in Psychology of Reading from Temple University
• Master of Education in Reading Specialist from Temple University
• Master of Education Equivalency in Elementary Education from Penn State University
• B.A. in English and Elementary Education from Carlow University

Her research interests span literacy development, language acquisition for ELL students, teacher preparation frameworks, and evidence-based practices in elementary and secondary English education. She has contributed to refining student teacher evaluation processes and curriculum standards through collaborations with the Pennsylvania Department of Education.

Notable publications include work on structured student teaching assessment (2008) and collaborative evaluation models (2007). These align with her expertise in teacher supervision and curriculum innovation, emphasizing reflective practices and standardized assessment tools.

• Outstanding Teaching Supervisor Award, National Student Teacher Supervision Conference (2008)

Dr. Ashburn supervises student teachers and has presented at national conferences on literacy, language development, and teacher training. She has also engaged in international educational exchanges, including programs in Japan and China to study cross-cultural pedagogical approaches.