Our Teachers

Our teachers blend the highest education standards with nurturing care to help foster well-rounded child development.

Warm, Nurturing & Highly Trusted

Learning happens best in a warm and nurturing environment, which is why our teachers take the time to make sure your little one feels safe and cared for every day to help them develop a lifelong love of learning. 

Expertise & Skills

Our caring teachers are highly experienced in the best methods to support your child with teachable moments of exploration, discovery and learning each and every day. 

  •  Taylor

    Taylor

    Owner
    My name is Taylor Pope and I am the on-site owner of The Goddard School in Washington, DC at The Wharf! I am a third-generation franchisee, originally from the Hampton Roads area of VA where my family currently owns one other Goddard School (Virginia Beach “Lynnhaven”). I attended Marymount University and graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration. My wife Ashley and I met at Marymount and currently live in Alexandria with our amazing daughter, Lyla, and our two dogs - Penelope and Nelson. Lyla loves to commute to and from the School with her "Dada"! We are very excited promote her to BIG SISTER (baby girl) later this year - June 2025! There are TWO locations to visit at The Wharf - 652 Maine Avenue SW (Infants - 18/24 months) with an indoor playground and 910 7th Street SW (18 months - 5 years) with a private outdoor play area! I am excited to provide high quality childcare to the wonderful Southwest DC community. Let's build our Goddard @ The Wharf family together!
  •  Nita

    Nita

    Executive Director - Maine Avenue & 7th Street
    Hi, I'm Nita. I am the Executive Director of Operations over our 7th Street and Maine Avenue locations in SW DC. I have worked with children ages 0-5 years old for over 20 years in various capacities. My degree is in Interdisciplinary Studies with a concentration in Early Childhood from Kaplan University. I have a passion for children and creating an amazing learning experience for them. I enjoy working with children because they teach me to slow down and enjoy the little things. You will find me in the classrooms often building with blocks, drawing pictures, dancing or reading books. I am a native Washingtonian. I have a daughter who is in college studying veterinary medicine. My favorite children's book is "Oh The Places You'll Go" by Dr. Seuss.
  •  Denisha

    Denisha

    Assistant Director - 7th Street
    Assistant Director of Education at the 7th Street location - Toddlers (Two's) and Preschool (3-5)

Careers

If you want to help shape the hearts and minds of young children in a fun, nurturing environment, we’d love to have you work with us! We’re always looking for great teachers to join our family.

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