Mike Fee

Vice President of Business DevelopmentP: 510.282.7041

 

Mike Fee, Vice President of Business Development, is a lifelong education advocate who has devoted his career to making teaching a viable, respected profession. Throughout his career, Mike has worked on behalf of school districts and organizations where most students come from diverse backgrounds.

A History of Teacher Advocacy

Starting as a high school English teacher in the rural South, Mike went on to various leadership roles in which he recruited, trained, managed and advocated for teachers. Along the way he helped to build an organization that provided teachers with free, critical life skills curricula, and co-founded a company that helped make education data accessible and understandable to teachers, administrators, and families from all backgrounds.

Bringing the ESS Model to California’s Schools

Mike has spent most of his life in California, earning both his BA and MBA from Stanford University and building a career focused on supporting educators. Today, he is dedicated to bringing the ESS model – still relatively new in California – to school districts across his home state.

Reflecting on this phase of his career, Mike shares, “Most recently, I worked for ed tech companies whose products made teachers’ lives easier. While ESS might seem like a departure, I see it as a natural continuation. Our end-to-end, total-solution model makes substitute teaching a viable career option. By bringing more qualified substitutes into schools, we’re also making teachers’ lives easier.”

A Personal Stake

As the father of a college student who hopes to become a teacher, Mike has a personal stake in the future of education. He is deeply proud of the work ESS does on behalf of educators and the impact it continues to make in schools across California.

Why Districts Partner with ESS

For over 25 years, ESS has been a trusted partner to more than 1,200 school systems nationwide, providing substitute teachers, paraprofessionals, and specialized support personnel. We manage every aspect of recruiting, credentialing, and employee administration, allowing districts to focus on student success.

With ESS, you gain:

  • A dedicated local team focused on your district’s goals
  • Comprehensive recruiting, training, and credentialing support
  • Proven technology that simplifies absence management and reporting
  • Reliable coverage that keeps classrooms learning every day

Start the Conversation

Mike believes the strongest partnerships are built on understanding and trust. He’s eager to learn about your District’s goals and share how our customized staffing solutions can reduce administrative strain and strengthen classroom continuity. Please complete the form below to get in touch with Mike.