Melissa is the Manager of People & Operations for EdTrust-Tennessee, where she manages the day-to-day operations of the Tennessee office and supports other offices in the southern region.
Prior to joining EdTrust, Melissa was a public school teacher and principal in Nashville and surrounding counties. Melissa was a business and information technology teacher for 17 years and a secondary assistant principal and principal for 13 years.
A native of Tennessee, Melissa holds a master’s degree from Tennessee State University in educational leadership, a master’s degree from Middle Tennessee State University in business education, and a bachelor’s degree in business education from Middle Tennessee State University. Melissa is the proud mom of Hailey (a University of Tennessee at Chattanooga graduate and third-grade public school teacher) and Dylan (a recent Western Kentucky University graduate in journalism and broadcasting).
What is your favorite sports team?
I love the Nashville Predators and the Tennessee Titans.
What’s your favorite thing to do outside of work?
I enjoy spending time with my family and friends, trying new local restaurants and breweries, and visiting any coast or shoreline.
What drew you to education?
I always knew I wanted to be a teacher. I loved school. When I was little, I lined up my stuffed animals and gave them spelling tests and hung bulletin boards in my bedroom. My K-2 teachers were wonderful, and I was lucky to have such a great start. EVERY child deserves that same experience.
