Selena Castro

Selena Castro is a dedicated education professional with extensive experience in partnership development, recruitment, and talent management. Currently serving as the Senior Director of Partnerships at EdLight, PBC, Selena emphasizes the importance of honoring the contributions of marginalized students in anti-racist education. Previous roles include Director of Talent Acquisition at Freire Schools, where Selena led a strategic recruitment initiative that significantly increased the diversity of newly hired staff. Other notable positions include recruitment specialist roles within The School District of Philadelphia, a general science teacher at Camden's Charter School Network, and various leadership roles during college, showcasing a strong commitment to fostering inclusive educational environments. Selena holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Williams College and a graduate degree from Relay Graduate School of Education.