Sarah Klein

Instructor

Sarah Klein

Instructor

Academic Appointment(s)

College of Education and Human Development
Department of Teaching and Leading

Bio

I am a literacy educator dedicated to empowering teachers and students through evidence-based reading instruction and supportive, SEL-aligned learning environments that promote success and confidence for all readers.

Education

  • Ph.D., Teacher Education, Multiple Le Georgia State University, 2017

  • EDS, Educational Leadership and Adm Mercer University, 2011

  • MED, Elementary Education and Teach Mercer University, 2009

  • BA, Mercer University, 2005

Courses Taught Most Recent Academic Year

  • EDTD 5221

    Best Prac in Language Arts Ed
  • EDTD 5275

    Intro to Literacy Assessment
  • EDTD 5381

    Assessment & Differentiation

Teaching Interests

Literacy instruction and development across the K–12 continuum
Reading education grounded in the Science of Reading
Instructional methods that strengthen comprehension, vocabulary, and foundational skills
Social-emotional learning integrated into academic environments
Educational reform and evidence-based practices that promote equitable learning
Preparing future educators to support diverse readers and multilingual learners

Research Interests

Science of Reading and evidence-based literacy practices
Reading intervention for striving and multilingual learners
Social-emotional learning integrated within literacy instruction
Educational reform and literacy policy implementation
Teacher preparation and professional learning in reading education
Assessment and data-informed decision-making in literacy development