Our Team

Grecia Alcala

Co-Teacher, St. John Neumann School

Ellie Aleman

Co-Teacher, St. John Neumann School

Casandra Behrens

Class Teacher, St. John Neumann School

Cassie brings a variety of experiences to her work as a Lead Teacher in the toddler program.  She has worked in clinical settings, classrooms, and administrative roles supporting children and families.  Cassie earned a Bachelor’s degree in Art Therapy from Carlow University in 2015.

Madisyn Bender

Class Teacher, St. John Neumann School

Madisyn has worked with infants, toddlers, and preschoolers for the past 9 years.  She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Education from Millersville University in 2021.

Tierra Bird

Co-Teachers, St. John Neumann School

Jenavive Brearley

Co-Teacher, St. John Neumann School

Claudia Chavez

Class Teacher, St. John Neumann School

Amy Cherrington

Class Teacher, St John Neumann School

Susan Cooper

Co-Teacher, St. John Neumann School

Susie cames to the St. John Neumann School for Children and Families in November of 2021 with 9 years of valuable experience in early childhood education and her Child Development Associate credential. She enjoys helping children learn and develop and values building strong relationships with our students and their families.

Gerardo Diaz

Facilities Manager

Gerardo started with CHI St. Joseph Children’s Health as a dental program manager and now serves as the organization’s Facility Manager.

Gerardo received his Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology from Millersville University where he also studied Political Science and minored in International Studies. He has future plans for pursuing a second Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science.

Gerardo is a Lancaster native graduating from JP McCaskey High School. He enjoys spending time with family and friends.

Ana Elliot

Co-Teacher, St. John Neumann School

Zulaika Febo-Young

Director - St. John Neumann School

Zully has several years of experience working in special education. She is passionate about enriching the lives of children of all abilities through meaningful and engaging learning experiences. She holds an Associate of Arts in Teacher Education and plans to
pursue a bachelor’s degree. Her experience, both professionally and as a classroom volunteer in her local school district, has helped her gain the skills and knowledge to support the needs of children in a positive, supportive, and nurturing environment. In her free time, Zully enjoys spending quality time with her husband and four children.

Stacy Gaenzle

Co-Teacher, St. John Neumann School

Lori Gillespie

Class Teacher, St. John Neumann School

Megan Hauk

Class Teacher, St. John Neumann School

Marcia Hencmann

Assistant Director, St. John Neumann School

Erika Hoak

Co-Teacher, St. John Neumann School

Eloise Kappen

Class Teacher, St. John Neumann School

Maddie Lehr

Class Teacher - St. John Neumann School

Nicole Marcello

Class Teacher, St. John Neumann School

Nicole has 11 years of experience in the early childhood education field, serving families in Lancaster and Dauphin counties, and teaching children of all ages from birth through kindergarten. She earned a Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education from Millersville University. Nicole is happy to be serving her hometown of Columbia. She looks forward to supporting our community and young children as they explore, learn, and grow!

Kierstan Mclasky

Co-Teacher, St. John Neumann School

Kierstan has been working with young children for the last 4 years.  She earned her Child Development Associate position during that time and she brings that knowledge to her work at SJN where she serves as a assistant teacher.

Carissa Noel

Co-Teacher, St. John Neumann School

Lindsay Rhine

Co-Teacher, St. John Neumann School

Kendra Rowe

Class Teacher, St. John Neumann School

Hannah Smith

Co-Teacher, St. John Neumann School

Connie Williams

Co-Teacher, St. John Neumann School