Melissa Harmeyer

Melissa Harmeyer is a Program Manager at Iowa Primary Care Association, specializing in project management for initiatives ranging from $40K to $1M, collaborating with external partners to meet KPIs and manage budgets. Previously, Melissa served as a Curriculum Leader in Waukee Community School District, overseeing social studies instruction for grades 6-12, conducting professional development focused on literacy, and mentoring new educators. Other roles include Saturday School Coordinator and Social Studies Teacher at Chicago Public Schools, where Melissa led improvements in student graduation rates and developed a range of curricula. Melissa holds multiple advanced degrees in Literacy Education and Secondary Education, alongside a Bachelor's degree in History, and is currently pursuing a Master's in Literacy Education.