Tanya is a lifelong resident of New Orleans with over two decades of experience in education. She earned both her bachelor’s and master’s degrees in Elementary Education/Special Education from Southeastern Louisiana University and, in 2018, completed her Doctorate of Education in Executive Leadership at the University of Holy Cross.

Tanya began her career teaching for seven years in St. Tammany Parish, where she contributed to the curriculum writing project for 5th grade language arts, as well as multi-grade math and language arts special education. She then served as a Literacy Coach in Title I schools, delivering model lessons and facilitating professional development.

After leaving St. Tammany Parish, Tanya worked as a Professional Development Manager for Catapult Learning, providing training to schools across the United States and presenting workshops on topics including differentiated instruction, Common Core, cooperative learning, and special education.

In 2012, Tanya joined Kehoe-France as Assistant Principal for the Southshore campus and Curriculum Coordinator for both the Northshore and Southshore campuses. She was appointed Head of School for Kehoe-France Southshore in June 2018 and became Executive Head of School for both campuses in 2022.

Passionate about inspiring children to become lifelong learners, Tanya continues to lead with a focus on academic excellence, innovation, and community.