Our Goddard School Teachers

My goal is to nurture a true love of learning in a safe, caring environment where every child feels seen, supported, and valued. At The Goddard School, we pair exceptional teachers with thoughtfully designed learning spaces and research-based resources that honor the way young children grow and discover the world. With more than forty years of experience in Early Childhood Education, I’ve learned that children thrive when they are surrounded by warmth, encouragement, and people who genuinely believe in them. That’s why I’m committed to hiring dedicated, compassionate educators who guide each child with patience, joy, and respect—helping them become confident, curious, and independent learners. It would be an honor to welcome your family into our community, and I truly look forward to meeting you.

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 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 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!

Hello! I am the co-lead teacher in the Manatee classroom. I have been dedicated to the field of education, whether it was volunteering or working in schools since I was 18. I hold a Master of Arts in Teaching and am committed to ongoing professional development to ensure I provide the highest quality of education. I bring a diverse background in art and psychology, along with experience teaching students of all needs. I chose to pursue a career in education driven by my passion for social-emotional learning, culturally responsive teaching, and differentiated instruction. I believe it is essential to create a safe and nurturing environment where students can thrive. By taking the time to understand each student’s unique academic needs and learning styles, I aim to foster a positive sense of self and support their overall growth. I am enthusiastic about integrating my varied interests and expertise to create a nurturing and stimulating environment for our students.

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.

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 a graduate of Mitchell College with a Bachelor’s degree in early childhood studies. I am honored to be part of The Goddard School of Danbury. I am from neighboring Ridgefield Connecticut. I have always had a passion for working with young children as it brings so much joy to my life. I love seeing the children learn and grow. Outside of the classroom I enjoy running and spending time with family. I look forward to getting to know all The Goddard School children and families.

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.

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!

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!

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.

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.

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.

Hi! My name is Julia and I am more than excited to be working in the Clownfish classroom at the Goddard School! I was born and raised in the small town of Chester, New York.  I moved to Bethel, CT about a year ago and absolutely adore the town. Outside of work, I love to explore my creative side through painting! I recently graduated from SUNY Albany with a Bachelor’s of Arts in Linguistics and a minor in French. I am planning on pursuing a career with children hopefully using my French skills! I strive to create an independent environment for the children with guidance if needed along the way. I am honored to be a part of the Goddard family and I am looking forward to meeting everyone. 

Hi! My name is Kelly and I have been working in childcare for 16 years, with children aged 0-10 years.  I've been in early childhood education in many capacities over this time in roles such as a nanny, a childcare teacher, and an elementary school program head teacher. I lived in CT for 32 years and during the pandemic I moved to Texas to be a live in nanny. After two and a half years in Texas I moved to Colorado to continue my childhood education career and also worked at a Goddard School there. When I am not working with children, I love to be outdoors, hiking or reading. Another great life experience I had In Texas was that I fostered cats and kittens. It was so much fun! I loved it so much even though we had to go through some hard times, it was worth it!

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.

Hi, my name is Francia! I am happy to be part of the Goddard School of Danbury’s team. I originally started working with children as a childcare provider and then later became an assistant teacher and worked at a special education school for seven years prior to joining The Goddard School. I have experienced the joy of seeing children learn and grow for many years and I am glad that I can continue to make a difference here at The Goddard School.