Our Teachers

My goal is to instill a love of learning in a safe, caring environment. Here at The Goddard School we have the advantage of combining the best resources with high quality teachers in an environment specifically designed for young children. Working in the field of Early Childhood Education for over twenty years, I have learned the value of creating a positive atmosphere for your child to learn and grow. I believe in hiring dedicated, professional faculty that will help guide your child to be confident independent learners. I look forward to meeting you and sharing my philosophy of learning through play.

Ms. Lynn has worked for The Goddard School since 2002. She began as a teacher at the Brookfield location and later became Director there. Before beginning her career in education she attended Western Connecticut State University where she received degrees in both Psychology and Education. Ms. Lynn is excited to continue carrying out the Goddard philosophy here at the Danbury school.

I am honored to be a part of The Goddard School of Danbury. I have always found great pleasure in teaching and watching children learn and grow. I have worked in the early childhood education field for over 15 years. I received my Master’s degree from Mercy College in Dobbs Ferry, NY. Not only am I a teacher at Goddard but also a parent here as well. In my free time I enjoy being a mom, scrapbooking and spending time with my family. I am excited to get to know all of The Goddard School families and look forward to a fun and educational experience together.

I am happy to say I am a resident of my hometown Danbury. I have been happily teaching for over twenty years. I had the joyful job of teaching Kindergarten at the Brookfield Goddard School for over thirteen years. Outside the classroom I enjoy working out, reading or spending time with my husband Eric and our two teenage children Julian and Cassandra-both Goddard Graduates! I look forward to bringing my years of experience to all of my students. I am excited to get to know all the wonderful Goddard families!

Hello! My Name is Caroline. I grew up locally in the Danbury area. I am enrolled at NVCC to study education, and have always been intrigued by how young minds process information. I have worked with children in a variety of capacities including as a nanny and a summer camp counselor for three years. Three whole summers on top of a mountain with no cell service and gorgeous views! I have a dog named Sophie, but most people call her noodle since she's so wiggly! I have two older Brothers Josh and Matt one is an engineer and the other is in the Army.  I love to water ski, and backpack (really anything outdoors). I have done two week long backpacking trips: one in the White Mountains, and the other on the Appalachian Trail going from Connecticut into Massachusetts. During these trips I learned about leadership, and how to be a team player which serve me well here at The Goddard School!

Hi my name is Elizabeth, I was born and raised in Danbury, CT and fluent in both English and Portuguese. I love working with young children and being able to watch them progress each day and grow. I have always had an interest in the Early Childhood field and I am so grateful that The Goddard School Family let me not only be a part of their family but, also given me the opportunity to explore this amazing experience as well! I love seeing the children become the best they can and being able to have a special bond with them.

Hello! My name is Gianna and I was born and raised in Lake Carmel, New York. My hobbies include spending time outdoors, spending time with mine and my boyfriend’s families. I have always loved spending time with young children and seeing the interesting ways young children’s minds work. I started babysitting when I was 15 years old for multiple families around Carmel. I attended college at Mount Saint Mary College and joined The Goddard School team in early 2022 to further my training and education in childcare and early childhood education. The time I’ve spent so far at Goddard has taught me so much, such as children learn in many different ways, and that having a supportive, kind teacher makes such a difference in a child’s life. It is very important to me, as an educator, to follow the examples and teach including all I have learned in my training and education in childcare. The best thing about being at The Goddard School of Danbury is the amazing, kind, supportive administrative

Ms. Nancy has been working in the field of Early Childhood Education for over fifteen years, ranging from infants to preschool education. Since her early childhood, she has had a passion for working with children. What she likes most about working with children is sharing her love of learning with them. The best quality of teaching children is watching their development. Ms. Nancy has three young children and she enjoys spending quality time with her family.

Ms. Jessica came to the Goddard School of Danbury from a Goddard School in Manhattan after relocating to Connecticut. She earned her degree from Kingsborough Community College in Early Childhood Education and has been working toward an additional degree focused on Psychology and Special Education. She has worked with children in multiple capacities since 2011. She has always had a passion to inspire the love of learning and is very creative. She believes strongly that children should have meaningful. hands-on experiences to help them develop.

Hello, My name is Ashley, and I'm thrilled to be a Co-Lead Teacher in the Pre-K classroom at Goddard School! I have been working with children and families in many capacities for 15 years and I am devoted to enriching the lives of children and families. I truly believe the earliest years of a child's life are the most exciting and important developmentally, and it is an honor to teach young children! My passion for early childhood education started when I began working at a childcare center. Over six years, I progressed from an afterschool helper to a Head Teacher, learning and growing professionally. I left to challenge myself and expand my knowledge and spent the last several years at Green Chimneys, specializing in supporting children with mental health challenges. After receiving a degree in Human Development and Family Studies, my path naturally led me back to my roots, recognizing that my true calling lies in ECE!

Before becoming an Educator I became a mother; before becoming a mother I was daughter: so, I am aware of the innocence, fragility and beauty of children in many capacities. Children are one of the greatest gifts in this amazing world: and it’s my pleasure to help nurture, educate and assist them in their journey. Thank you for choosing The Goddard School and therefore me to be a part of the process.

Hi, my name is Haleigh! I am so excited to be part of the Danbury Goddard School family. I was born and raised locally in New Milford, CT. I have previous experience working in childcare. Outside of work I love spending time outdoors and with my friends and family! I also babysit and pet sit on the side for fun. My favorite part of working with children is helping foster their growth and development, seeing the joy they have each day coming into class also brightens my days. I look forward to growing with all the children and families here at Goddard Danbury.

I am honored to be a part of The Goddard School of Danbury faculty. About 9 years ago I fell in love with Education and have been using this passion as a tool for making a positive change in the world. I studied English and Portuguese Linguistics and Literature at the Pontifícia Universidade Católica de São Paulo in Brazil, my home country. Later on, I received my Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood and Elementary Education. In my journey in the Education field, I have taught age groups from Toddlers to 3rd Graders in international, bilingual and culturally diverse contexts. When I am not at school, I enjoy reading, practicing yoga, connecting with nature and art and travelling around the world. I can’t wait to meet the children and families from The Goddard School and learn from the experiences we will share.

Hi, I'm Ashley! I currently reside in the Hudson Valley, NY. In 2023 I graduated from SUNY Oneonta with my bachelor's degree in Communication Studies. When I am not at The Goddard School, I am teaching pre-k gymnastics classes in my hometown or caring for my potted Redwood trees. Some of my favorite parts of the Preschool day are learning ASL, and doing science experiments that allow for satisfaction of sensory needs.  I love to teach because the students impress me every day with their incredible neuroplasticity. Each day is different than the last!

Hi! My name is Ms. Kim and I have worked with children in different capacities for thirteen years. I have worked in the field of early childhood education for over three years, and as a lead teacher for over a year and a half. I have a bachelor’s degree in speech therapy, and I am working towards my masters degree to eventually work in early intervention. I believe in encouraging children's independence and innate creativity. I strive to create a safe environment where children can explore and grow at their own pace. I am big on fostering language at every turn, and also using sign language to support. I believe they can do it, and we can help them get there, together!

My name is Ms. Sandra and I am the Lead Teacher in the Crabs mobile infant classroom where I prepare the children for the toddler classroom. I have been working as an Early Childhood professional for 21 years now and I previously had the opportunity of working as a Director for a few centers. I am very passionate about my profession. I hold a Bachelor’s degree in Secondary Education as well as an Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education. I am currently studying Theology through Berea International Bible Academy. I have a son who is a chiropractor and a daughter who got her Master’s degree in Business and works as a project manager. I love to read, going to the beach ,singing and traveling. I am very happy to be part of the Goddard School team.

Ms. Rina joined The Goddard School in January 2023 as a part-time floating teacher while pursuing her degree at WCSU, this role included supporting all classrooms and age groups. In 2024 she joined Ms. Patty in Seahorses and took on a Full Time Assistant Teacher role. She loves all the smiles and snuggles she gets to share with the Seahorses on a daily basis.

As a passionate and dedicated Teacher at The Goddard School, I find great joy in working with children. Their energy and curiosity inspire me every day, and I am excited to care for and learn alongside them. Originally from the Dominican Republic, I bring a unique perspective and a love for diverse cultures. Currently, I am a student of Educational Psychology, and it is incredibly fulfilling to apply the knowledge I am gaining in a hands-on environment. I am grateful to The Goddard School for welcoming me into their family, and I look forward to continuing to grow and contribute to this wonderful community.