Thomas McClellan

Thomas McClellan grew up in the Garfield neighborhood of Pittsburgh and graduated from Peabody High School. After high school, he attended Indiana University of Pennsylvania, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Accounting.
Upon graduating, McClellan began his career as a Financial Analyst at BNY Mellon in the Asset Servicing Department. After BNY Mellon, he worked as a consultant for organizations including Allegheny Health Network, Gateway Health Plan, and Duolingo, providing financial services in accounts payable, accounts receivable, and financial management. Those experiences led him to a position as a Senior Accountant with the Public Parking Authority of Pittsburgh.

Today, McClellan serves as an Accounting Specialist at the Penn Hills Charter School of Entrepreneurship (PHCSE), where he supports the organization’s financial and operational functions. McClellan’s responsibilities include budgeting, accounts payable and receivable, grant management, purchasing, financial reporting, compliance, and other operational initiatives that help ensure the school runs efficiently. This role allows him to combine his accounting expertise with his passion for serving students, families, and the community through education. McClellan also supports the planning and financial operations of Dominus High School, helping develop the systems and infrastructure needed to prepare for its future opening Committed to lifelong learning and professional growth, McClellan is currently pursuing hisMaster of Business Administration at Point Park University. His goal is to continue growing as a leader who can make a meaningful impact in education, nonprofit organizations, and the communities he serves.

McClellan’s passion for making a difference in the community ultimately led him back to where he grew up through the Garfield Gators Youth Football Organization. McClellan currently coach 7- and 8-year-old athletes, but the mission extends far beyond football. McClellan strives to help boys become respectful, responsible, and confident young men by teaching discipline, accountability, teamwork, and leadership. That mission is deeply personal to McClellan because the Garfield Gators played a significant role in shaping the man he is today. Being able to give back to the next generation and positively impact the lives of young people is one of the most rewarding aspects of McClellan’s life.