Summary
Jaime Spacco is an associate professor of computer science with 14 years of higher-education experience centered on inclusive computing education at Knox College. With a PhD from the University of Maryland and a BA combining English and Computer Science from Haverford, she blends rigorous technical expertise with strong communication and curriculum design skills. Her academic career includes teaching and program development roles dating back to a visiting appointment at Colgate University, emphasizing accessible pedagogy and student-centered learning. Jaime is known for translating research-level concepts into practical classroom experiences that broaden participation in CS. Based in Galesburg, Illinois, she brings a long-term commitment to institutional change and mentoring the next generation of technologists. An under-the-radar strength is her interdisciplinary background in literature and computing, which informs creative approaches to teaching technical writing and ethics.
14 years of coding experience
7 years of employment as a software developer
Bachelor of Arts (BA), English Language and Literature/Letters, Computer Science, Bachelor of Arts (BA), English Language and Literature/Letters, Computer Science at Haverford College
The University of Maryland, College Park
Middle and High School, Middle and High School at The Meadows School