Meet the Teachers

Julia, Pre-K Teacher & Director

In addition to her role as Director, Julia co-teaches in the Pre-K classroom with Debra. Julia joined the Day School in 2019 as the Director and primary substitute teacher. She holds a Child Development Associate and a Primary Montessori Teaching Certificate with specializations in pre-kindergarten education, child psychology, and neurodiverse practices. She has worked in early childhood settings for over 20 years, as both teacher and administrator, primarily serving non-profit schools in Kitsap County. This is her 7th year at St. Barnabas.

Debra, Pre-K & Preschool Teacher

Debra joined the St. Barnabas community in 2016 as a parent and substitute teacher. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education, with a specialization in grades birth-3rd grade. She taught 1st grade to second language learners in Phoenix for several years before moving to Washington. She has previously been certified as an outdoor educator and is an active Girl Scout leader. This is her ninth year co-teaching in the Pre-K classroom, and her third year teaching in the Preschool classroom, at St. Barnabas.

Anny, Preschool Teacher

Anny has been passionately dedicated to early childhood and elementary education since 2014. She holds an Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education from Queensborough Community College and a B.A. in Integrated Studies with a focus on Elementary Education from Seattle Pacific University. She also holds a Washington State Teaching Certification. Her diverse background includes Spanish Immersion elementary program and tutoring middle school students. This will be Anny’s second year teaching at St. Barnabas Day School, and she is thrilled to continue nurturing and supporting our youngest learners. 

Christine, Barnabear Teacher & Preschool / Pre-K Assistant Teacher

Christine Gleason has a Bachelor’s in Science from New York University and a Master’s Degree in Social Work from the University of Washington with a focus on Direct Practice with Children and Families and Children’s Mental Health. She was a School Social Worker teaching social skills and working with children with special needs. She also volunteered at several elementary schools supporting students with reading and math. This is Christine’s second year with us at St. Barnabas Day School.

Judi, Substitute Teacher

Judi has decades of experience working with children in a variety of capacities: teaching music, as a preschool teacher and director, and so much more.  Judi brings with her a wealth of creativity and a passion for nurturing young minds. Judi first joined us in the 2024-2025 school year as a Music Specialist and Substitute Teacher. This will be Judi’s second year with us at St. Barnabas Day School.

*We are working hard on our website, and Teacher Bios and Photos are in the process of being updated. Thank you for your patience and understanding as we update this page. Please reach out to us at DaySchoolDirector@gmail.com with any questions about our teaching staff and their experience.