Kelly Ellis

Kelly Ellis is an experienced professional in the field of education and program development, currently serving as an Information Technology Analyst and Administrative Assistant for the City of Mission Viejo since January 2021. Prior to this role, Kelly worked for the Orange County Department of Education from October 2003 to September 2020 in various capacities, including Instructional Programs Assistant and Project Assistant, where responsibilities included training staff, managing grants, developing curriculum, and facilitating teacher trainings. Kelly's earlier experience includes positions as a Teaching/Graduate Assistant at California State University, Fullerton, and roles in outdoor education and biological research with organizations such as the Arizona Game and Fish Department and Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. Kelly holds a Master of Science in Biology from California State University, Fullerton, and a Bachelor's degree in Marine Biology from the University of California, Santa Cruz.