Melissa has been an elementary school educator for 6 years. She currently teaches 3rd grade at Wissahickon Charter School in Philadelphia. Prior to that she taught third grade in Phoenix, AZ. Melissa received her undergraduate degree from Arcadia University in Elementary and Early Childhood Education with a certification in English Language Learning. She also coaches gymnastics.
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