Mary Ellen Costello

Mary Ellen Costello currently serves as the Director of Special Education at Crescent City Schools since July 2024, following a tenure as Director of Scholar Support at Laureate Academy Charter from June 2021 to May 2024. Costello's extensive experience in special education includes overseeing case management for students with IEPs and 504 Plans, ensuring compliance with legal requirements, and supporting general education teachers in implementing accommodations. Prior roles include Special Education Compliance Coordinator at Community Charter School of Cambridge, Director of Compliance and Special Education Compliance Consultant at Collegiate Academies, and various teaching and administrative roles. Costello holds a Master of Education in Administration of Special Education from Boston University Wheelock College and a Bachelor’s degree in History/Theatre from Allegheny College.