Ellen earned a B.S. in Human Biology, Health & Society from Cornell University before pursuing an M.A. In Curriculum & Instruction from Wake Forest University, where she graduated with distinction. Before joining Command, she spent five years teaching science in Brooklyn and Nashville, while also working as a tutor, helping students significantly improve their writing and standardized test scores. She has further experience working as a medical scribe and EMT. Throughout her career, she has been deeply passionate about empowering students to reach their full potential and helping them explore their academic and personal interests.