Melissa Yazzolino
Mentor Teacher for Compass
Originally from upstate New York, Melissa moved to Southern California when she was 10 years old. Beginning her teaching career in Southern California, she brings over 20 years' experience in education. Prior to joining Presentation, Melissa taught at a fellow Bay Area Independent School, San Domenico in Marin. Melissa feels passionately that it's critical to ensure students grow to understand that mistakes are a necessary part of the learning process. She believes helping her students grow both emotionally and academically is important for the development of the whole child. In her spare time, she enjoys walking, reading, teaching at the gym, and spending time with her family. Melissa currently lives in Petaluma with her husband Domenick and their two daughters, Bella (TPS Class of 2024, and current student at Justin-Siena) and Gianna, TPS Class of 2027.