Monica served on the Nia House Board of Directors from 2017-21

Educational Background: Doctor of Law (JD), American University Washington College of Law, Bachelor of Arts in Mass Media and Public Relations

Current Employment: Management Analyst Superior Court of California  

“I am a former Board member who strongly believes in Nia House’s mission to bring together children of diverse backgrounds and I want to help it to operate in accordance with that mission and ensure its sustainability”

Treasurer and Parent Representative

Educational background: UC Berkeley MBA with Sustainable Business emphasis; University of Florida, BS Chemical Engineering

Current Employment: Climate Tech startup advisor and consultant for Aepnus Technologies, Mars Materials and Intropic Materials. My Climate Journey Community Organizer. UC Berkeley Haas School of Business Sustainability Alumni Group VP.

Staff Representative

Assistant Lead Teacher – Primary

"I love the independence and consideration oneself and others that Nia House encourages in children."

Educational Background:

University of California, Davis, B.S. in Human Development

City College of San Francisco Early Child Development, A.M.S Credential

Nia House:

Assistant Teacher 2015-Present

Educational Background: Bachelor of Journalism from the University of Texas at Austin, Two years Masters level program in Brand Strategy & Design at Miami Ad School, Atlanta.

“Each morning when I drop Zeenat off at her Primary North classroom, I’m reminded of how grateful I am to be part of this community. I am moved by the dedication, knowledge, and care the teaching staff bring to our children every day. I would love the opportunity to continue engaging more deeply with the school and support its mission in meaningful ways.”

Educational Background: Bachelors of Arts at New England Conservatory of Music

Current Employment: Executive Director of Young Musicians Choral Orchestra

Educational background: UC Berkeley MBA, Master of Arts in International Business & Law, Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration
Current Employment: Operations Lead at Snag Solutions

“From day one, I’ve been deeply grateful for the thoughtful, loving environment Nia House provides, and I’m excited for the opportunity to contribute more deeply as a finance board member.”

Educational Background: Architecture & Urban Planning at Howard University

Current Employment: Senior Project Manager in the Education and Facilities Sector at Cordoba Corporation