Joe Valone has had a long career in teaching that began when he was offered a teaching fellowship. He has taught at various colleges, including Monroe Community College where he currently teaches as an adjunct professor. Valone worked for 31 years at General Motors before retiring in 2006, and attributes his teaching skills to his time there developing communication and presentation skills. Although retired, Valone continues teaching and finds it rewarding to see how he has positively impacted his students' lives.