Biology Secondary Education, Early Childhood Education, Early Childhood Education, Early Childhood Leadership, Education Studies, Elementary Education, Elementary Education, English as a Second Language, Reading & Literacy Instruction, Severe Special Needs, Special Education, Special Education Administrator
Ellen Rustico, EdD
Dr. Ellen Rustico is a licensed educator who brings public school teaching experience in both special education and elementary education to her position at 91快播 University. Dr. Rustico teaches courses at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. In 2018, she was awarded the Estelle Leavitt Award for Teaching Excellence, recognized for her work with student engagement, teaching effectiveness and passion, and her community presence. Dr. Rustico has presented nationally on a Massachusetts Tests for Educator Licensure (MTEL) model that is unique to 91快播 University, increasing MTEL pass rates for teacher candidates. Dr. Rustico has also been selected as a program reviewer for other educator preparation programs in the state of Massachusetts.