Eladia Costello
Pascoag,RI
Summary
Dynamic educational coach with a proven track record in relationship building, differentiated instruction and teacher training. Passionately advocated for early childhood education while enhancing instructional design and fostering strong relationships with educators. Committed to empowering teachers to achieve professional development goals and improve student learning outcomes.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Educational Coach
Rhode Island Association for the Education of Young Children
Warwick, Rhode Island
11.2023 - Current
- Company Overview: NAEYC affiliate that advocates for early childhood education initiatives, and support for educators.
- Communicated regularly with teachers regarding their successes as well as areas needing improvement.
- Engaged in reflective practice sessions designed to evaluate program effectiveness.
- Coached educators on effective implementation of research-based teaching strategies.
- Advocated for policies supporting early childhood education at local government meetings.
- Supported teachers in creating an environment conducive to learning for all students.
- Assessed teacher progress towards meeting professional development goals.
Instructional Coordinator and Lead Teacher
A Child's University
Smithfield, Rhode Island
02.2022 - 11.2023
- Company Overview: An early childhood center that provides a nurturing environment for early education.
- Collaborated with teachers to identify student needs and tailor instructional approaches.
- Developed and monitored curriculum plans, instructional materials, and teaching methods to ensure alignment with established standards.
- Assisted in the selection of educational materials and resources for program implementation.
- Observed classrooms to evaluate teacher effectiveness in providing instruction that meets state standards.
- Provided guidance to faculty members on the use of technology-based instructional tools.
- Facilitated meetings with school personnel to discuss current educational issues and develop solutions.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of developments in education theory, methodology, resources, techniques.
K-2 Teacher
RISE Prep Academies
Woonsocket, Rhode Island
08.2019 - 02.2022
- Company Overview: A charter school that supports students from various backgrounds through diverse curricula.
- Researched current educational trends to inform curriculum design decisions.
- Created assessment tools to evaluate student understanding and progress.
- Developed comprehensive curriculum materials for diverse educational programs.
- Implemented focused lessons for literacy readiness highlighting phonics, language comprehension, and writing abilities.
- Integrated technology into daily instruction by providing access to online resources or digital tools.
- Organized and facilitated weekly meetings with teachers, staff, and administrators to discuss curriculum development and implementation.
Education
Master of Education - Literacy Curriculum and Instruction
University of Virginia
Remote08.2024
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Salve Regina University
Newport, Rhode Island05.2019
Skills
- Stakeholder engagement
- Partnership building
- Professional development
- Data analysis
- Instructional design
- Leadership skills
- Educational advocacy
Certification
- Teaching License
- Conscious Discipline Certificate
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Educational Coach
Rhode Island Association for the Education of Young Children
11.2023 - Current
Instructional Coordinator and Lead Teacher
A Child's University
02.2022 - 11.2023
K-2 Teacher
RISE Prep Academies
08.2019 - 02.2022
Master of Education - Literacy Curriculum and Instruction
University of Virginia
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Salve Regina University
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