
Melissa Moritz
Senior Director, Student & Teacher Engagement
The National Math and Science Initiative (NMSI)
The National Math and Science Initiative (NMSI)
Senior Director, Student & Teacher Engagement
I work to ensure that every kid has access to an excellent STEM (Science, Technology, Math & Engineering) education.
Our organization is working to ensure that every student has access to an excellent STEM education. My daily contribution to our organization's mission usually breaks out into three parts. The first is reading, writing, and researching potential solutions and partners. The second is problem solving with coworkers on video conferences or conference calls. The third is spending time with students and teachers to get feedback on ideas.
Here's the first step for high school students
Take as many math and science courses as you can. Major or minor in STEM. Build your professional network through internships and mentor relationships. Find someone who has the type of job you want and ask them for their advice.
"Teaching will be a waste of your science degree."