about us

Mission and Vision

We believe that being a modern enlightener is one of the most important roles in society today.

We know that it is precisely such teachers who change lives — through the light of their personal example, their pedagogical mastery, and their passion.

At Edu Compass, we support modern enlighteners through training, educational games, and personal development resources based on the latest research in the science of learning, psychology, and coaching.

our partners


Our Methodology

The Path of the Modern Enlightener

From personal transformation to unlocking students' potential. Our approach does not start with techniques. It begins with the teacher's personality, their identity, calling, and inner strength. We build everything else upon this foundation.

North

Calling and Personal Style

Who are you? What is your personal signature? Without a clear North, all other directions become confusing.

West

The Alchemy of Pedagogy

Coaching, communication, and design of the learning process. Where metal turns into gold.

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South 2
3 West
4 East

east

Awakening Potential

Helping students discover meaning and become the best version of themselves.

South

Personal Power and Resilience

The mindset for change, the capacity to handle difficulties. The enlightener does not just survive — they are tempered.

upcoming trainings

Кариерно ориентиране на учениците в клас
TEACHER TRAINING

Кариерно ориентиране на учениците в клас

Присъствено в Zoom
2 кредита

Why Choose Edu Compass?

Focus on Practice

Everything we teach can be used as early as Monday.

Personal Development

We believe that enlightenment begins from within with a conscious, empathetic, and inspired teacher.

Pedagogical Skills

Specific techniques, games, and resources for a calmer, more effective, and engaged classroom.

Implementation and Tracking Plan

Every training includes specific steps and coaching opportunities.

Tested in Real Environments

Every game and practice of ours has passed through the classroom before reaching you.

trained teachers
350 +
games and resources used in the classroom
2150 +
corporate partners supporting classes and teachers
1 +
Trainings in 6 countries and 3 languages
1 +

Our team has over 100 days of certification training with international experts and 9 years of experience in innovative educational environments, including international schools.

Our Team

Innovation happens with a shared vision and diverse experience. Our team possesses and gathers experience from leadership and management in education, creation and design of training programs, career guidance, business development, and linguistics.

Elitsa Kostova

Founder and Trainer

9 years as a teacher at the Anglo-American School – Sofia. Master’s in Educational Leadership from the University of London. Certified coach, NLP practitioner, and Primal therapist with 20+ years of experience in training and transformational work with people.

Boyan Kelchev

Trainer and Educational Games Creator

20+ years of management experience, author of financial literacy games and youth development programs. Combines business experience with a mission in education.

Awards and Recognition

Edu Compass is a recipient of national and European awards for innovation in education:

2016

Finalist in "The Change"

The largest socially responsible initiative of Nova Broadcasting Group in partnership with Reach for Change Bulgaria Foundation

Finalist in NextGen Leaders

ranking by Capital magazine

2018

2019

Winner in Pitch2Pitch

startup competition for social innovation

Best Career Tool in Europe

Social Innovation Network

2020

Our Projects

Through our projects, we support youth in developing their strengths and unlocking their potential. We develop educational materials and work directly with students, teachers, and institutions.

 Publications and Interviews

Read more about Edu Compass in the media

Economy.bg


February 14, 2024

How to know it's time for a career change and how to prepare?

If you want to be at the crest of the wave, dedicate 20 minutes a week to trends in your field, advises Elitsa Kostova - career coach and business consultant


Economic.bg


October 8, 2023

Fixing the labor market in Bulgaria – mission possible

Elitsa Kostova creates Voca Academy, helping young people change their overall understanding of the professional realization process


Capital


October 14, 2019

Plovdiv is looking for technicians

The municipality works with the Edu Compass foundation to improve the image of vocational high schools and guide students toward them


Project "My Career"

40 young people from "neighborhood" schools ready to apply for jobs thanks to the Career Literacy Academy "My Career" of Rotary Club Sofia Balkan


The Superhuman Podcast


January 23, 2018

Better Me, Better World

The guest in #EPISODE73 is Elitsa Kostova, founder of the EduCompass Foundation and the "1 of 100" training.


Zhenata Dnes


September 14, 2017

When career means happiness

What are the main mistakes young people make when choosing a profession



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