Julie Ross

Teacher (Room 26)

Julie Ross joined the staff at First United Church Nursery School in September 2021 as Co-Teacher in Room 26. Julie is excited to be back in the classroom after spending time at home with her two little girls during E-learning. Prior to that, Julie ran the After-School Program at Concordia University where she also worked as a sub during the day and assisted in the kindergarten. Julie also worked at Dominican University in their Early Childhood Education Center where she received her Master's Degree in Early Childhood Education. Julie has a Bachelor's Degree in Education and Child Study from Smith College. She also has experience working at the Chicago Children’s Museum and as a Sunday school teacher and Awana Leader. Julie is inspired by the children here at FUNS where they can thrive in a nurturing and loving play-based environment! Julie, her husband Michael, and her daughters Vivian and Clara live in Elmwood Park. They love exploring the local forest preserves and spending time at Village Creek Bible Camp in Iowa every summer!