Our Teachers

We are happy to introduce Debbie Lee, the onsite owner of The Goddard School® located at 385 Danbury Road in Wilton, Connecticut. Debbie has earned a Bachelor of Science in Finance from Rutgers University. Debbie and her husband are the parents to children, who have attended The Goddard School. Their childrens’ positive experience is what inspired Debbie to open a Goddard School of her own. She recognizes the importance of a safe and nurturing learning environment that promotes creativity and fun. “We are excited and proud to be a part of The Goddard School and we are committed to providing the highest quality preschool experience for the children in the neighborhood,” adds Debbie. Debbie looks forward to meeting your family and sharing her beautiful school in Wilton. She will proudly introduce you to her highly trained faculty, and tell you all about The Goddard School's Wonder of Learning Education Program.

My name is Kate, and I am ecstatic to be the Director of The Goddard School in Wilton CT! I have worked at this school since August of 2018 and have had different roles including Lead Teacher in the classroom, and Team Lead and Assistant Director. I have always had a passion for working with children of all ages; Infants through Pre-K. I obtained my Child Development Associate in 2017 and ever since my career began in 2011, I have loved helping children discover the world around them. I strongly believe in attending to every child’s individual need by giving them the space and opportunity to explore through their imagination. Stepping into the role of Director, I am inspired to support the teachers in facilitating a healthy, fun, safe, and enriching environment. I look forward to working with and supporting you and your family.

My name is Christine and I am excited to be part of the team as an Assistant Director at the Goddard School in Wilton! I graduated from the University of Connecticut in 2014 with my Bachelors in Human Development and Family Studies with a concentration in Early Childhood Development. I have been working with young children for over 10 years with experiences spanning from infants, toddlers, and preschool. My specific interests in early childhood education are in social emotional development and learning and fostering/promoting multilingualism. I am a huge advocate for play based learning and I love when children show what they are capable of. I look forward to working with the Goddard team, the children, and the families!

My name is Laura and I am so excited to be part of The Goddard School Wilton as Assistant Director! I am a graduate from Skidmore College with a Bachelor's degree in English with a minor in Education Studies and I have a passion for working with children. I am honored to be a part of so many childhoods and love to see children reach different developmental milestones. I hope to help guide children to be our future leaders and create a safe environment for them to thrive in. I look forward to getting to know all of the amazing staff, children and families at Goddard!

I am so pleased to be part of the amazing team at The Goddard School here in Wilton, since August 2018. I enjoy spending my days in the classroom helping children prepare for kindergarten through curriculum-based plans full of song, creative arts, collaboration and incidental teaching. I enjoy fostering relationships with students of varied abilities and partnering with administration, peers and parents to ensure I do the most I can for each child. Building relationships on trust and caring is the most rewarding facet of my time spent in the classroom. I have degrees in English and Journalism from the University of Connecticut and found my way into the education system through my children. When they were both in school full time, I began working in the public schools as a literacy para so I could share their schedule. From that point on I was hooked, and when my family moved to Maine, I became a Pre-K teacher at a private center. I am so happy to be back in this setting and look forward to the opportunity to work with your children. **Ms. Jen was our Teacher of The Year in 2021! She went on to win the Goddard School Northeast Region Teacher of The Year, and we are SO proud!!

I am thrilled to be part of this amazing Goddard School team since 2018. I have a Bachelor Degree in both Elementary and Early Childhood Education, and was pursuing a Bachelor Degree in Languages and Literature at the University of Spiru Haret, Bucharest, Romania. I worked as an Elementary School teacher for several years before I was given the opportunity to share my knowledge and study/learn more in the US. Working with so many different age groups made me realize that my true interest is in Early Childhood, where I can give my young students a strong academic foundation and help them develop skills that will prepare them for kindergarten! Looking forward to working with so many Goddard families!

My name is Sabrina and I am so excited to be part of The Goddard team! I graduated from Eastern Connecticut State University with a Bachelor's Degree in Developmental Psychology. I love working with children of all ages, witnessing them grow and learn is a great sense of accomplishment. Knowing that I am having a positive impact on their lives by being a devoted and positive teacher. I look forward to getting to know the staff, teachers, children, and families!

Hello friends and families! My name is Ms. Alma and I’m thrilled to be a part of the Goddard family! I have been working in the field of Early Childhood Education since 2021. My goal is to provide a safe environment for children where they can explore, learn and grow. I look forward to meeting you all and helping your child succeed!

My name is Mariuxi and I've been in the education field for over 4 years working as a school manager. I've now transitioned to working at The Goddard School to pursue my passion for working with young children. I love to see them grow and progress. I myself am a mother of two boys. I enjoy the well-structured environment at Goddard and want to make the best of this experience by helping these children start their education with a strong foundation.

Hi, My Name is Kaelyn and I’m so happy to be joining the team at The Goddard School. My passion is to work with children and start my own childcare business. I have been working with children since I was 15 years old. I love bringing out the nurturing and caring side of myself. I have volunteered for summer camps and became a teacher assistant for preschoolers. I used to do competitive dancing and acted in a couple of plays. I am very energetic with children. I am very excited to learn, grow, and interact with the teachers at The Goddard School. I can’t wait to see every child’s uniqueness and what makes them the who they are!

I have been an Early Childhood Educator for over sixteen years, and joined the Goddard Family in January 2015 shortly after our school first opened. I love being an educator. I believe that it is so important to encourage children to develop to their fullest potential. I earned my CDA from Wisconsin University in 1997 and since then have attended countless workshops in the Early Childhood Education field to continue to develop my knowledge base. I have earned my Associate's Degree in Early Childhood from Norwalk Community College, and have achieved Head Teacher status from the State of Connecticut.

Hi! My name is Lexi. I have worked in childcare for 10 years. I also recently became a parent myself to my son, which has strengthened my love for teaching. I started my journey back in high school where I was an after school teacher. From that experience I moved on to working not only with elementary school age, but also preschool and then infants. I have worked closely with all ages and I absolutely love them all. I believe that all children are unique. No child is the same, every child has a different way of learning. That is why I strive to cater to every child to the best of my ability. I find that a lot of the time I am learning from the children as they learn from their experiences. I am so excited to be a part of the Goddard School Wilton.

It is a pleasure to introduce myself and be a part of this new adventure at Goddard School! My name is Ashlem, and I’m so excited and proud to start teaching at this incredible facility. I have recently moved from New York where I spent 4 years providing care, love, and academic support to infants and toddlers. I have always admired watching children grow and evolve, which is why I hope and plan to make a positive impact on your child so that as they grow they become confident leaders. I have recently become a mom of twin girls and I understand the importance of an all-around balanced support group. I aspire to build that trust and independent connection with your child. I am eager to introduce my family and get to know everyone else’s family at the Goddard School.

Hi, my name is Andreen! I joined the Goddard School in September 2022. I am excited to be apart of the Goddard team! I am looking forward to creating new memories with both the children and staff. I am currently working on completing my Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education at Norwalk Community College, were I have earned most of my credits. I love meeting new children and I love to watch them learn and grow as an individual. Being able to teach them at an early age, I will help nurture and guide them towards their future.

Hello, my name is Miyaunie (Me-yawn-ne), but you can also call me Mimi for short. I have a bachelor’s degree in Human Development and Family Sciences with a focus in Early Childhood Development and Psychology. I first realized my passion for childcare and education at an early age being the oldest daughter and granddaughter. The responsibility of caring for my younger sibling and family members was where I fit in best. I’ve work in numerous roles; summer camp counselors, lead teacher, floater, even an assistant store manager catering to young women and children. My joy in the early childhood field comes from seeing my impact and involvement in the growth and development of each child. I am energetically inspired to create a space for each child to play, explore, learn, and grow, and I along with them. It is my pleasure to be a part of The Goddard Family and I look forward to working together with the fellow team, children, and families.

Hi! My name is Jimary. I am so grateful and honored to be a part of The Goddard School team! I've been working with Infants & Toddlers since 2017. I started off babysitting and decided I wanted to work with children starting my career as an early childhood professional at another child care center where I worked for 3 years. I joined the teaching team here at Goddard in October 2022. I love working with children, I love to see the process of how each child grows and develops, little by little. I love how happy and excited their faces get when they learn new things! I enjoy working with each child and helping them develop their own originality and individuality at an early age. I look forward to seeing each child develop in their own way, and getting to know all of the families here at The Goddard School in Wilton!

I am so happy to be part of this wonderful team. I have been working with children for about 5 years. I have also taken 2 years of child development classes in High School, which taught me so much. I have three adorable nieces who have sparked my interest in taking this passion more serious. Watching them grow and develop made me realize that I still have a lot to learn. I started working at my first preschool 2 years ago. Not only have I learned so much more about teaching and guiding children, I have also learned children just want to loved and cared for. That is exactly what I am here to do. Every child is special and unique and that is what makes this journey so much fun. I want to guide children to be their best selves and to always strive to succeed.

Hi! My name is Cynthia and I am very excited to join the Goddard team. I have always had a passion for working with young children. I began my journey working with children in 2014 during my sophomore year of high school. Since then I have obtained a bachelors degree in general psychology and an associates degree in Early Childhood Education. I have learned so much to help create a fun and safe learning environment for young children. It is a pleasure to be able to influence the lives of the children and families in a positive way. All children are unique and deserve quality care. It is my goal to create positive experiences for the children and families of Goddard. I can't wait to be a part of the growth and progress of all the children in my care!

Hello! My name is Jocelyn, and I am excited to become apart of the Goddard school in Wilton. I have my bachelor's degree in psychology. I have worked in education for over 4 years. My goal is to own and operate my own business in education one day! I love witnessing the growth and development of the children at any age. To be apart of that growth has such an important impact in their life, and it is so important to me, I want all the children in my care to thrive and succeed in their independence and development. It amazes me everyday to see the new information they can learn given the right environment! And I strive to bring that to them.

Hi! My name is Liela and I am very excited to be joining the Preschool teaching team at The Goddard School in Wilton! I am thrilled and looking forward to the new adventures with Preschool. I previously worked at another childcare center where I was Assistant Teacher and I look forward to becoming a Lead Teacher as I begin my Early Childhood Education journey! Growing up as an older sister has prepared me for this experience and helped me realize that teaching and helping children is something that makes me feel good, and I enjoy each and every day in the classroom!

Hi! My name is Genesis. I am so thrilled to be part of The Goddard School team! I joined this school in February 2023. I’ve been working with kids since a young age I have always loved teaching. I plan to continue to help each child grow and thrive. My favorite part of teaching is interacting with the kids and learning what makes them comfortable. Finding out how I can make each day at school better for them is my goal. I can’t wait to grow and learn more from these amazing teachers at Goddard!

I am so proud to be apart of an amazing team at The Goddard School. I really enjoy helping children meet their expectations. My goal is to help children understand their emotions and grow into amazing humans. At the Goddard School this is more than achievable. I look forward to making a change in the world starting with the students at Goddard! As a future child psychologist, working with the children at Goddard gives me the experience that I will put towards my career which will help all children thrive.

My name is Seyaa. I am a very giggly and friendly person with a very fun imagination. I have been working with children since September of 2015. I believe that whatever you put your heart and mind to, you're capable of just that! I enjoy apples, cheese and crackers, and sometimes rice pudding. I hope I can find some pals that like the same snacks as me too! I'm looking forward to meeting and greeting you all, and having a wonderful school year!

My name is Lisa and I am so happy to be a part of the Goddard family. I have over six years of experience working with Pre-K students, and I have an Associate’s Degree in Educational Studies. I absolutely love teaching and watching kids grow, both academically and socially. I’m very excited to get to know and learn from the amazing team of teachers here at The Goddard School in Wilton. When I’m not working, I’m spending my free time in the Gym and with friends and family. I look forward to getting to know all the amazing students and families and creating memories that will last for a lifetime.

Hello everyone! I am Amanda and I am so excited to be apart of The Goddard School community as of June 2023. I am a recent graduate from Penn State University with a Bachelors in Education. I have always found a passion in education ever since I was younger. I have had plenty of experience working with all different of age groups, but have always enjoyed working with and teaching younger children. Their joy and enthusiasm for learning consistently makes me excited to be there for them everyday. I always work to provide a welcoming and positive environment for all students. I am ecstatic about working alongside your children here at The Goddard School and hope to make this an incredible experience for them!

I am thrilled to be joining the wonderful team at the Goddard School. I received my Bachelors degree in Elementary Education from Western Connecticut State University and I will be pursuing a Master's degree in Special Education. I worked in an elementary school for two years and am eager to make the switch to Pre-K! I have a passion for helping children learn to problem solve and understand their emotions. I work hard to create a safe learning environment where all students feel welcomed and loved. I look forward to making a difference in all students lives I have the pleasure of working with.

Hello everyone! My name is Fatima. I am very excited to begin my teaching career here at Goddard school. My interest in teaching began in 2018, whilst volunteering as a teacher assistant in religious education classes. I have a plethora of interests ranging from sports, cosmetics, crafts and more. My goal is to make learning fun. I would like to create a safe social environment where children will learn and grow together. I can’t wait to meet you all! Thank you for welcoming me into the Goddard family.

My name is Taina and I am delighted to be a part of the Goddard team. I am currently a student at CT state college. I originally wanted to be a part of the Goddard team because of my nieces and nephews who have taught me all that I needed to know. I believe that this is the most important stage for a child, their development stage. This is the stage where they start developing personalities and finding out what they enjoy or might not, so it is such an honor to be able to help parents and faculty members help shape the mind of our future leaders.

Hi, my name is Zoe and I'm very excited to be part of the Goddard School this summer! I am currently in the process of earning my master’s degree in social work at Columbia University. I have 6+ years of experience working with kids. I look forward to getting to know everyone and hope to have a great summer!

I am thrilled to have accepted a role at the Goddard School. I hold a bachelor’s in interdisciplinary studies from Southern Connecticut State University and am currently pursuing a Master’s in Elementary Education at Liberty University. With four years of teaching experience, I find the educational field incredibly rewarding, witnessing tangible growth and progress in children. My background includes teaching Preschool and Pre-K at the Goddard School in Fairfield, CT, and working in Stamford Public Elementary Schools (K-5). Additionally, I have experience in special education classrooms (K-2nd) working with students with Autism, adapting teaching methods and materials to meet diverse educational needs. As an energetic educator, I possess proven skills in teaching various subjects. I excel in maintaining organized classrooms and keeping students on-task, creating warm and safe educational environments that cater to individual student needs.

Hi! My name is Lily, and I am very excited to be a part of The Goddard School! My passion for working in childcare has continuously grown through years of experience, and I'm thrilled to be able to further educate and positively influence more young minds! I am currently studying Human Development and Family Science with a minor in Psychology at the University of Rhode Island. I'm looking forward to encouraging the potential in each child, acting as a positive role model, and helping to build strong foundations of development and learning!

Hello everyone! I am Synorvia and I am thrilled to join the Goddard family this summer. I am currently pursuing a Psychology degree from George Washington University. My passion for education & healthcare has been a driving force in my life since I was young. I have gained experience working with diverse age groups and populations. I have always had a special place in my heart for young children. Their joy, curiosity, and enthusiasm constantly inspire me and make every day rewarding. My goal is to create a welcoming and positive environment for everyone I work with. I believe in fostering a space where students feel valued and motivated to achieve their best. I am ecstatic about this opportunity and can't wait to contribute to the wonderful community here.

My name is Ms. Christine and I am excited to be joining the Goddard School family! I graduated from the University of Connecticut with a dual degree in History and Human Development & Family Studies with a minor in Spanish. In the past ten years I have worked with children in tutoring programs to promote language and literacy development, as a nanny and a custody monitor. Most recently, I was an elementary assistant teacher in an out-placement special education school. My favorite thing about working with children, especially younger ages, is getting to experience their natural curiosity and creativity. I am looking forward to working with my fellow teachers to create an environment that allows each child to succeed academically and emotionally and encourages their innate desire to explore and learn about the world around them.

My name is Shydaia, and I am excited to join the Goddard Team. I am furthering my studies in Early Childhood Education and have over 12 years of experience working with children. Working with them nurtures my inner child. As both a mother and a teacher, I delight in observing children's growth, and aware that they have much to teach me as well. Encountering various children, I often remind myself of Maya Angelou's words: "Be a Rainbow in Someone Else's Cloud."