Anika Ruud

Anika Ruud

Lead Teacher, Kindergarten One

Born and raised in Boca Raton, Florida, I moved to Philadelphia with my fiancé who attends Swarthmore College. I graduated from the University of North Florida with a Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education. While attending classes and holding many leadership positions in my sorority, I also worked at the Jewish Community Alliance in Jacksonville, FL. I have 8 years of professional early childhood and elementary school experience, this being my 3rd year here at the JCC. Working with fourth grade, second grade and kindergarten children, I have to say that Kindergarten is my favorite! In my free time, I love walking and cycling, discovering new restaurants, and playing with my two dogs, Hank and Brady. I am so excited and ready for a fantastic, safe and fun school year! I can’t wait to meet your children so we can have an awesome year, learning and growing together.