The Alabama Education Association has a new executive director.
AEA spokeswoman Amy Marlowe says Brenda Pike will start her new position on May 16. Pike serves as the executive director of the Indiana State Teachers Association.
Pike received her master's degree from the University of Tennessee, and a doctorate of education from the University of Memphis. She worked for 12 years as a classroom teacher before joining the staff of the Tennessee Education Association.
Pike worked eight years as the assistant executive director for the Texas State Teachers Association before she was hired at the ISTA.
While at ISTA, Pike instituted robust membership and communication programs along with technological advancements to engage members and communities around improving public education and student learning.