About Libby Paul

Libby Paul has worked in international, public and private schools for more than 35 years. She has taught a wide range of levels, from elementary to college students, and most importantly, she’s still teaching students today.

Libby, recently retired from her role as a literacy coach to launch Read2Be, a local company dedicated to supporting struggling readers in under-resourced communities. Beyond her borders, Libby brings her extensive experience to teachers and students across Africa and Asia through her international teacher training program, CLASSROOTS.

Education and Experience at a Glance:

  • BA in elementary education from University of South Carolina
  • Masters in Reading and Social Studies from Georgia State and Emory
  • MEd reading specialist from the Citadel
  • Literacy Coach certification from the Citadel
  • Literacy Coach for James Island Charter High School and Simmons Pinckney Middle School
  • History Department Chair at James Island High School
  • Debate team coach at Dorman High School
  • Mock trial team coach at James Island High School
  • Previous summer training workshops in Zimbabwe, Thailand, India, Nepal, Cambodia and Pakistan
  • Read2Be (Libby’s local reading program) partners with two nonprofits, BOWS and KOP, to support their struggling readers
  • Global student coaching in literacy via zoom
  • Presently coaching clients in India