Melinda Baker

Melinda Baker

Elementary Garden Educator
Rosebank STEAM Magnet School

Melinda believes gardens are powerful spaces where the human-nature relationship can heal. Born and raised in Nashville, she brings to Plant the Seed a deep passion for protecting the ecosystems and biodiversity that define Middle Tennessee.

Over the years, Melinda has worked as a college writing instructor, academic success coach, and freelance arts writer for various publications. In 2020, she furthered her connection to the natural world by earning her Tennessee Naturalist Certification.

She is excited to empower Rosebank students to engage creatively with the joys and wonders of nature study, foster community building, and participate in healthy, sustainable food production. Through her work, Melinda inspires young minds to connect with and care for the environment around them.