Experienced Teacher with a demonstrated history of working in the education management industry. Skilled in Balanced Literacy, K-12 Education, Special Education, Educational Consulting, Classroom Management, and Lesson Planning.
Before creating Aspire Academy in 2022, Melissa was a NYC DOE teacher for over 10 years. During her NY teaching career, she taught general education and special education in grades 2 through 8. She also founded and led multiple math and reading after-school programs. The last 3 years have been spent at Wake County Public School System teaching at the middle school and high school levels.
Accreditations
My Credentials
• Masters Degree in Special Education • Bachelors Degree in General Education K-12 and Sociology • 5th Year Certification in Administration • Orton and Gillingham Trained • Certification in Small Business Management • Member of National Council Teachers of Mathematica (NCTM) • Member of North Carolina Association of Educators (NCAE) • Member of Hasentree Family Activity Center Committee • I9 Certified Coach