Melissa Bender

Education

  • Teaching Credential Program, UC Davis – 1998

  • Bachelor of Science in Biological Science with an emphasis in Molecular and Cellular Biology, U.C. Davis – 1997

  • Adult Education courses:

    • Berean University: Old Testament Survey; New Testament Survey; The Life of Christ; How to Study the Bible

Professional

  • Science Teacher at Live Oak Academy – August, 2012 – present

  • Data Administrator and Member Services director at PaperSpecs – February, 2009 – August, 2012

  • 8th Grade Science Teacher at Cupertino Middle School – August, 1998 – November, 2007

Ministries/Activities

  • Sunday School Preschool Director and Teacher, Abundant Life Assembly of God – August, 2007 – present

  • Mid-week Elementary “SPOT” Director and Teacher, Abundant Life Assembly of God – June, 1999 – August, 2007

Personal

  • Married to Shawn Bender since 1998

  • Mother of 2 children, ages 13 and 11

  • I enjoy reading, working jigsaw puzzles, and eating good food with friends, especially if it involves chocolate and coffee.