Mr. Kovey

Mr. Kovey has moved into the educational field after a career in the private sector.  He came to Tennessee in 2016 to pursue a passion for youth education.  He taught as an Interpretive Park Ranger at The Great Smoky Mountains National Park before he decided to make the move to become a classroom teacher.  He has worked with Eagleton for 10 years as the school's Robotics Team coach, a Crown Academy mentor, and now as a teacher.  Prior to teaching, he owned and operated multiple companies in Indianapolis.  In total he has helped 13 different companies start from scratch, including landscaping, manufacturing, construction, engineering, and ministry.  He currently owns MowerWorx, an equipment repair shop in Maryville.

Educational Background

2025 Maryville Daily Times Highlighted Teacher

2025 Tennessee SDC Highlighted Teacher

2024 East Tennessee Teacher of the Year Semi-Finalist

2024 Blount County Teacher of the Year

2024 Eagleton College & Career Academy Teacher of the Year

2023 Blaze Pizza Teacher of the Month

2021 WBIR Teacher of the Week

3x ECCA Teacher of the Month

Occupational License in Business Education

Masters Degree in Mathematics Education

Bachelors Degrees in Supply Chain & Management

15 Certifications in Mechanics and Small Engines

Volunteer Work

Eagleton Robotics Coach since 2016

Formerly part of the Great Smoky Mountain Search and Rescue Team

Over 2000 hours volunteered at Great Smoky Mountains National Park

He and his wife Megan are both local teachers who are passionate about helping students reach their fullest potential.  They are avid National Park enthusiasts and enjoy traveling to different parks across the country.