Eric Linville received his Bachelor of Science in Education from Ball State University in December 2011, where he majored in Education with an emphasis in Music and minored in History. He currently serves as a Social Studies Teacher at Indiana Digital Learning School, a position he has held since February 2023. In this role, he teaches world history, music appreciation, U.S. history, SAT preparation, and sociology.

Prior to joining Indiana Digital Learning School, Eric served as a Social Studies and Technology Teacher at Jac-Cen-Del Jr./Sr. High School from 2018 to 2023. During his time there, he taught seventh grade social studies, world history and civilization, music history, ethnic studies, Indiana studies, and Project Lead the Way computer science. He also served as a Student Council sponsor and eCoach.

Eric's experience in education also includes positions with Franklin County Community Schools, where he taught sixth grade keyboarding and computer science and served as a 1:1 Building Technology Coordinator. He taught CompTIA A+ certification and computer science at Franklin County High School and taught professional development courses for instructional staff. Earlier in his career, he worked as an Apple Certified Mac Technician for Batesville Community School Corporation and as a substitute teacher for Batesville Community School Corporation and St. Louis Catholic School.

In addition to his classroom experience, Eric has completed professional development in instructional design through Indiana University Bloomington and in social studies education through Indiana Wesleyan University. He holds certifications including National Geographic Certified Educator, Project Lead the Way Certified, and Blend Education Certified STEM/PBL Master.

Music has also remained an important part of Eric's professional experience. He has served as Orchestra Director for the Batesville Area Arts Council since June 2007. Outside of teaching, he often performs music for various local groups and directs the pit orchestra for the Batesville Area Arts Council.