I’m a working mother of 2 young children with a passion for Early Childhood Education. Since they were infants, I've seen the difference that high-quality, early childcare has made in preparing my children for school and life. I am thrilled to own and operate The Goddard School and provide Westport and surrounding communities with a high quality, joyful childcare experience!

Nadia comes to the Goddard School with over 15 years of Early Childhood experience with all age groups, infants through school-aged children. She holds her Master’s Degree in Elementary Education and Psychology, credentials in Early Childhood Education, and the State of Connecticut Director’s Credentials. Nadia’s goal is to provide a high-quality care and enriched learning environment where each child’s uniqueness matters.

It is such a pleasure to be around children, positively impact their lives and watch how they grow and achieve many milestones along the way. I love creating an environment where children can learn through play, have fun, explore, and be themselves!

I have always had a passion for teaching. Early childhood is such an amazing time and being able to be a part of the growth and development of children is truly a blessing. I love having the opportunity to share my knowledge and experience with the staff, children, and families here at The Goddard School.

As an early childhood educator with over 15 years of experience, I’m thrilled to be a part of the Goddard family because I share their educational philosophy that young children learn best through play. I feel fortunate to be in a profession where I’m able to guide and encourage children at such a fun and important development stage in their lives!

I love working with children and being a crucial part of their learning journey. It is a privilege for me to encourage and foster life-long learning habits in all my students through play and interactive experiences. 

I love teaching because children are so eager to learn new things and I like to introduce them to new experiences! Their sense of humor and outlook on life brightens my day as an educator!

I am excited to be a part of The Goddard School and a community that believes children can grow in all developmental areas through play-based learning. I enjoy discovering and learning new things together with the children.

I’m very happy to be part of the Goddard Team! I am the mother of two grown children and always enjoyed watching them learn something new. I look forward to this same developmental experience with your children during this fun and exciting time in their lives. I’m looking forward to getting to know your children and helping them succeed in their early education!

I appreciate how Goddard School’s play-based curriculum allows children the freedom to have fun while discovering and exploring the world and their interests. Early childhood is such an important time in a child’s life, when young minds develop a sense of independence and curiosity as they grow in their love for learning. I can’t wait to inspire your children’s growth and development!

I enjoy working at The Goddard School and positively influencing children’s education and growth. I love planning fun learning experiences and seeing the look of pride on children’s faces when they learn something new!

I love teaching because I have an opportunity to watch the children grow and become independent. I enjoy seeing them take what they have learned and apply it to their world. I love that the children also teach me something new too!

I love being a part of “the village” for The Goddard School’s children and families. I am committed to providing a nurturing, encouraging, and fun learning experience every day!

As an early childhood educator with over 15 years of experience, I look forward to preparing your children to “Get Set” for preschool. Playing with a purpose is what I enjoy most about teaching, and The Goddard School’s play-based curriculum supports that philosophy. My passion is encouraging children to explore and discover the world!

I am so excited to be a part of the Goddard family. I have a passion for working with children and believe that every child is unique and special. I am thrilled to work with your children and look forward to supporting them grow and in a safe, nurturing environment .

My passion is Early Childhood Education and helping children achieve their social and academic milestones. I have over 10 years of teaching and care-giving experience with children of all ages. I look forward to getting to know your family!

Education has been the most important factor in my life. Therefore, I am excited to be a part of The Goddard School Team! I love to see children playing and exploring in a safe and learning environment that fosters their development.

I love working with children and I am excited to be a part of the Goddard School to see your child's development every day! One of the greatest reward of teaching is seeing a child's eyes light up after learning something new!

I have a passion for teaching young children and have been working in the field of Early Childhood Education for over 7+ years. Before entering this profession, I also enjoyed babysitting my younger sibling and cousins. One of the most rewarding parts of being a teacher is seeing children happy to come to school. Early Childhood Education is a crucial part of every child’s growth and development, and I am ecstatic to be a part of their journey.

I am excited to be a part of an environment where I get to see all children actively learning and growing. As the children are learning I am also learning about them and the field itself. It is such a rewarding feeling knowing that I can make a positive influence in the child's life.

Watching young children learn, grow and thrive through play and knowing that I have played an important role in that is one of most rewarding aspects of my career in early childhood education! The best part is witnessing that “ah-ha” moment in a children’s eyes when they make a connection to something you have taught them as their teacher!

I love teaching because I look forward to seeing the joy on children’s faces when they learn something new. I enjoy developing relationships with each and every child and watching them grow.

I love working with infants because so much growth happens at this youngest age. It’s wonderful also to see children’s individual personalities and senses of humor develop as well! Nurturing and teaching go hand in hand for children to thrive, so everyday is filled with encouragement and fun activities in our classroom.

I appreciate how Goddard School’s play-based curriculum allows children the freedom to have fun while discovering and exploring the world and their interests. Early childhood is such an important time in a child’s life, and it’s a great feeling to watch young minds develop a sense of independence and curiosity as they grow in their love for learning.

I believe the first year is filled with such important milestones and it is so rewording to work with infants at this age. Seeing their faces and watching them grow each and every day fills me with joy!

Working with children is my passion. The Goddard philosophy of providing children with a fun learning experience fits my teaching values and beliefs as well. I love to laugh and smile while guiding children through their days filled with joy and adventure.

I enjoy Goddard because here we listen to children as part of the daily classroom activities. I am the oldest of four children and have always been the designated babysitter. In addition, I am a mother to a beautiful and energetic son as well as a godmother to four incredible children. I believe that every child is unique and special!

I love working in Early Childhood Education because I want to help shape a child’s life! It’s rewarding to know as teachers we can guide and help children become the bet they can be and make the smile!

Miss Lupe, Spanish Enrichment Teacher I’m so excited to be a part of the Goddard School. I’ve been teaching and caring for children for more than 15 years, and now to share another language with them here fills me with joy and satisfaction!

I’m so happy that The Goddard School shares my passion for providing a safe and fun environment where children can grow and play. In addition to my education in Early Childhood Development, I also enjoy teaching movement and art in the classroom. Before coming to The Goddard School, for many years I taught movement and gymnastics to young children!

I am very grateful to be an Early Childhood Education teacher, as it holds an important first step in a child’s development. The Goddard School incorporates learning in a fun and exciting way, which is perhaps the best way to start the development of early childhood skills. I am excited to meet you and encourage each child’s intellectual and physical growth.

Growing up I dreaded going to school because English wasn't my first language and at times I would have difficulty communicating. All it took was one teacher who supported and helped me love school. I want to be able to create that safe and comfortable environment for children.

I love the opportunities that all children have here at the Goddard School of Westport no matter where they are in their developmental stage. I enjoy seeing children grow, becoming confident and independent. I am so excited to be part of this Goddard team and bring joy and positivity into the classroom.

Working with children brings me joy! At the Goddard School I have the opportunity to provide a stimulating environment where children can grow and achieve their full potential everyday!

I have over 12 years of Early Childhood experience and am glad to be a part of The Goddard School. I love working with toddlers and supporting their development. It takes a big heart to shape little minds!

I enjoy teaching at the Goddard School because it makes me feel that I can make a difference in someone's life. It is so satisfying when you see the little ones gaining knowledge and experience.

I have always enjoyed working with children. They are our future, and it is important to help them grow and shape their minds for the better!

I love the field of Early Childhood Education because it’s so rewarding to watch children grow and learn!

I am happy to be part of the Goddard School and look forward to creating a fun environment where children can learn and grow! I am nurturing and compassionate while guiding children with reassurance and positive reinforcement.