Melissa Askins
An Autobiography for READ 6350 in Pictures and Words
Professional Experience
Depending on the year, I have worked as a 6th, 7th, and/or 8th Grade Reading and Language Arts teacher. For the past two years, I have been the English Content Lead Teacher. In addition, I have taught 7th Grade Math and K-5 Flight. Prior to working in education, I was an Assistant Controller, Financial Analyst, Human Resource Representative, Accountant, and Office Manager.
Education Over the Course of MANY Years
Currently, pursuing an Ed.S. in Curriculum and Instruction; TTU
Master of Arts in Education +30; Various Universities
Master of Arts in Education, Cumberland University
Bachelor of Science in Accounting, University of Charleston, Charleston, WV
Associate in Arts in Business Administration, WVU at Parkersburg
Ritchie County High School, WV
Family is very important to me, and I consider being a mother my most important and rewarding job and privilege.
Jon and His Proud Soccer Mom
Jon has been playing soccer for seven years. After seven years, I am still on the sidelines glued to the game yelling the encouraging, "Good job!" and the sage advice, "Kick the ball!"
Pat and Flossie
Pat and Flossie were my grandparents, and they raised me. Even though they have passed, I still think of them often and aspire to live my life in a manner that would make them proud. They were two of the most caring, selfless people that I have ever known.
Jon and Abby
We all love the outdoors, even the dog.
I am proud to be from wild, wonderful West Virginia.
Growing up in the hills of WV, I learned to appreciate the following recreational activities:
- White water rafting
- Trout fishing
- Hiking
- Skiing