- Developmental Literacy for Diverse Students
- Foundations of Reading
- Principles of Phonics
Dr. Michelle Elia is an assistant professor at Marietta College, teaching courses in the Reading Endorsement. A special educator at heart, Dr. Elia has served in diverse roles at the school, regional, and state levels, including serving as the Ohio Literacy Lead for the Ohio Department of Education and Workforce, where she supported literacy initiatives from pre-K through high school. She is a nationally recognized literacy consultant and professional learning provider, partnering with schools and organizations across the country to build educators’ capacity in assessment, intervention, and data-based decision making within an MTSS framework. Dr. Elia currently serves as President of The Reading League Ohio, where she leads efforts to advance evidence-aligned literacy practices statewide and contributes to the broader national movement for reading reform.
Her work is driven by a commitment to explicit instruction and the application of the science of teaching, reading, and writing, particularly to improve outcomes for struggling adolescent readers.