Julia Tani (mornings)

Monica Ruane (afternoons)

I was born and raised in New Jersey. A little over a year ago my husband and I decided to move to Santa Cruz, believing that its colorful culture and community is a great place to raise our family. This will be my first year teaching at Good Shepherd Catholic School as the Pre-K after school teacher. 

When I decided to return to college my heart led the way to major in Education. I have always wanted to be a teacher and I love working with children and being a part of the community. For two years I worked as a Teachers' Aide in a Pre-K 4 classroom and received my mentoring classes there as well. I graduated from Saint Peter's College in August 2009 with a Bachelors' degree in Elementary Education and Interdisciplinary Studies. After graduating, I worked as an Infant Teacher for a private daycare until moving to California. 

I truly believe in our children and that they will thrive in a positive, safe and supportive environment. That's what I thrive to accomplish in my classroom.