Emily joined CLEE in June 2024 as a Regional Access Coach under the Access for All Learning Network. She works with districts in Upper East Tennessee. Prior to joining AALN, Emily served as a general education teacher at the middle school level, serving students with diverse needs through inclusive programming for 13 years. She obtained an M.Ed. in Educational Theory and Practice from Arkansas State University and her BS degree in Early Childhood Education from Dalton State College. She is currently working toward an EdD in educational leadership and policy analysis from East Tennessee State University.