Monika Shera

Owner and Founder of My Mother's Hug preschool Pre-K and Toddler Care.

"It takes a big heart to help shape little minds.".

Monika Shera is the owner and founder of My Mother’s Hug Preschool, Pre-k, and Toddlercare. She has been working with young children for over fifteen years. Before opening My Mother's Hug, Monika was a medical assistant with Puri Pediatrics. Afterward, Monika went on to run her own successful school from home. She has five star ratings given by parents who believe and love sending their children to her place. After much success, with her day care she is continuing this passion to educate young children by establishing her very own preschool that is high in quality and standards. Raising three children herself, Monika is able to connect her own experience as a mother in a childcare setting and recognize the feelings of parents and needs of each individual child. She currently holds a Bachelor's and Master's degree, and is a certified Medical Assistant.

Shelby Roth

Director Of My Mother's Hug Preschool Pre-K and Toddler Care.

"The future of the world is in our preschool today"

Shelby has over 12 years of experience in the field of Early Childhood Development and Education. She has worked in some of the most exceptional schools in Fremont.

She has completed a BS in Sociology from University of California, Santa Barbara and has completed all the requirements to lovingly teach and direct in a preschool setting.

Shelby's philosophy stems around the power of knowing that children are natural learners and are guided through play based, explorative activities and guided academic development.

She spends all her free time with her son and enjoys everything about baseball- whether it be coaching, playing or watching.

Shelby is passionate about creating an atmosphere where children can learn and grow, simultaneously, in a fun and cared for environment.

Ruchi Setya

Admin Pre-K Teacher at My Mother's Hug Preschool.

"I am a firm believer that all children are capable of learning, if provided with right environment".

Ruchi has over 4 years of teaching experience, she currently teaches Pre =K children.

She is very motivated and believes in providing children with the resources they need, to reach their true potential.

She greatly loves her family and has two wonderful children. Her hobbies include dancing, cooking and travel.

Rachita Bhandari

Lead Teacher Preschool at My Mother's Hug Preschool.

"Teachers who love teaching, teach children to love learning"

"Teachers who love teaching, teach children to love learning" - Robert John Meehan, and this quote is what I strive to live by, is what Rachita says when asked about her favorite quote on teaching.

Rachita Bhandari has over 8 years of experience in the field of education, which also includes her experience in key schools in Bay Area.

She is a Bachelor of Science in computers and has done her early childhood education from UCLA.

She loves teaching as a profession and believes that today’s children are tomorrow future of the world, and believes it is important to guide them, and mold these young and bright minds in such a way that they are asset to our planet and that too done with a lot of love and care.

She lives with her family here in bay area and has an amazing daughter and a loving husband, and she loves travelling, singing, dancing, photography and reading.

My favorite thing in this whole wide world is when a light bulb lights when my kids get the answer to their questions! :)

Vanessa Rosato

Toddler Teacher at My Mother's Hug Preschool.

"Children learn best in open environment".

Vanessa is the Toddler teacher, she many years of experience working and supervising toddler children.

She has completed her Early Childhood Education certification.

She believes children have a natural curiosity to investigate the world around them through interactive learning, hands on discovery and exploration.She strives to provide children with the materials and encouragement that inspire lifetime learning, She has two wonderful children, and a loving family. Her hobbies include watching the children grow, singing and travel.

Asha Rani

Teacher Aide at My Mother's Hug Preschool.

"The simple act of caring is special and rewarding."

Asha has been working with children, for more than 3 years, volunteering and supervising children.

She is a big support to all teachers, with her kind and caring ways. She enjoys the company of children and feels passionate to provide support to children in her care by helping them, with their needs.She loves her family and enjoys outdoor activities besides teaching.