Melissa Lawson
About Melissa Lawson
Melissa Lawson is a Professional Development/Program Assistant with extensive experience in education and operations management. She has worked in various roles across multiple organizations, demonstrating a commitment to enhancing organizational efficiencies and supporting educational initiatives.
Current Role at Great Minds
Melissa Lawson serves as a Professional Development/Program Assistant at Great Minds, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she contributes to the development and implementation of educational programs. Her responsibilities include supporting the professional development of educators and enhancing program effectiveness. Lawson's focus on education aligns with the organization's mission to provide high-quality educational resources.
Experience at Apex Learning
Since 2021, Melissa Lawson has worked as a Client Operations Manager at Apex Learning. In this remote position, she manages client relationships and oversees operational processes. Her role involves ensuring client satisfaction and facilitating the effective delivery of educational solutions. Lawson's experience in this capacity enhances her ability to support educational initiatives.
Previous Experience in Education
Melissa Lawson has a background in education, having worked as an Educational Assistant at McKinney Independent School District from 2017 to 2019. Prior to that, she served as a Lead Teacher at YMCA Child Care Services for five months in 2014. These roles contributed to her understanding of educational environments and her ability to support student learning.
Professional Background
Before her current roles, Melissa Lawson held various positions that contributed to her professional development. She worked as an Operations Administrative Assistant at Security First Advisors, Inc. from 2009 to 2014, and as an Assistant Account Executive at Waggener Edstrom for one year. Additionally, she served as a Project Administrator at Region 10 ESC from 2019 to 2021. These experiences provided her with skills in administration and project management.
Skills and Expertise
Melissa Lawson possesses expertise in creating and improving systems and processes to enhance organizational efficiencies. She is recognized as a natural communicator who integrates diverse ideas to produce innovative solutions. Her mission-driven approach and experience in supporting fast-paced, high-growth organizations equip her to navigate rapid change effectively.