Melissa Jones

Aspiring entrepreneur

I want to change the world.

Melissa Jones is an educator and information specialist with over ten years of service in high-needs schools and communities. An expert in literacy and reading instruction, Melissa began her career as a 2000 Teach for America Corps Member in the South Bronx. From 2003-2008, she helped build the Urban Assembly New York Harbor School in Brooklyn, a new small school aimed at connecting high-needs students with the maritime resources of New York City. At Harbor, Melissa served as an English teacher, a Literacy Coach, Professional Development Coordinator and a College Summit Advisor. Melissa is trained as a librarian, and has a deep understanding of both the management of metadata and user experience design. Melissa joined the staff of College Summit in 2008; currently, she serves as the Director of Educational Design, where she is charged with designing and developing the next generation of innovative educational products for the organization. She holds a Masters of Education, as well as a Masters of Library and Information Science.