Mary Kay began her teaching career in 1980 at John A. Wilkerson High School in Belhaven, NC. During her years as a professional educator, she taught high school English, served as school counselor, was an assistant principal, and concluded her career as a middle school principal, retiring from Wake County Public Schools after 31 years. 玫琳凯是胜博发娱乐app下载政府关系、外联和参与委员会的成员. In retirement, 她也是Wayne County Chamber of Commerce的董事会成员，也是Dillard Academy Charter School的董事会成员.