Melissa Meetze-Hall (pronounced Metz) is an educator, coach, and co-author of the new CalTPA Handbook: Unpacking Equitable Practices in the California Teaching Performance Assessment. With over two decades of experience supporting new teachers and administrators, and as a lead assessor for California’s performance assessments, Melissa has a unique perspective that shines in this newest publication to support candidates with successful completion of the CalTPA.

Dr. Meetze-Hall’s research and publishing focus on the importance of video and coaching for professional reflection and growth. She is the author of numerous educator research studies, many in collaboration with teacher preparation and induction partners. Melissa lives and works in southern California, where she teaches for the Educational Administration program at the University of Redlands and is an adjunct professor in the Teacher Education Department at National University. She spends her free time hiking and exploring the Pacific Coast.