Our Teachers

Ana & Mauricio Chmelnik - Owners Ana and Mauricio are the proud parents of two beautiful children and both recognize the importance of a safe and nurturing learning environment. Ana holds a Bachelor's degree in Special Education and is extremely knowledgeable in the developmental needs of children. Mauricio attended the University of Houston where he attained his LLM. They are both excited and proud to be a part of Goddard and are extremely committed to providing the highest quality preschool experience for the children in the community.

Ms.Patricia is our Educational Director. Ms. Patricia has more than 30 years of experience teaching and administrative work in schools. Patricia holds a Bachelor's Degree in Education. She also has a master's degree in early childhood. I believe as a mother of 2 daughters the importance of early childhood education, and the impact it can have on the entire life of a child. You see the meaningful purpose in this job, and what to play a positive role in the life of children.

Ms. Nesli joined our school in February 2017. Ms. Nesli holds a Bachelor and Master degree in Early Childhood Education. The children learn their social skills by interacting with other children. The children learn their skills during circle time when going over the days of the week, colors and shapes. She feels children develop at their own pace, that each child is different and learns in different ways.

Ms. Amanda is our Lead Teacher in our Marlins class. She joined the Goddard Team in 2012 and she is FCCPC/VPK certified. She has more than 20 years for experience. Ms. Amanda feels the early years of children’s lives are the most critical when it comes to their development. They are growing and learning at a phenomenal rate. I believe that it is very important to have a child in an environment that is consistent and secure. Children need to be able to form secure attachments not only with their parents but also with their teachers/caregivers. I want the children to feel as comfortable and secure as they would in their own homes.

Mis. Gloria is our Lead teacher for the Seals class. She provides the children with the nurturing support and love they need. Mis. Gloria provides the children with multiple opportunities to enhance their skills.

Ms. Yolanda is our Co-Lead Teacher in our Orcas classroom. She has been part of the Goddard family since 2015. Ms. Yolanda has her Associate of Arts Degree in Pre-School Education and is also FCCPC certified. She believes that every child has the right to grow and learn in a warm and safe environment. A child develops their social, emotional, intellectual, and physical skills while they are involved in different activities according to their age.

Ms. Joamely is the Lead Teacher of our Orcas class. Ms. Joemely has CDA. She has more than 15 years of experience working with young children and is excited to see the children learn each day. Ms. Joamely likes working with children because it gives her the opportunity to make a difference in young lives. She gets to learn from them as she teaches them every day.

Mrs. Helaine is a Co-Lead Teacher in our Pre-k classroom. She has been with Goddard since 2016. Ms. Helaine has her Associate in Science in Early Childhood and is also VPK certified. She has more than 40 years of experience, She believes that teaching happens with LOVE and that learning happens when it is taught with a lot of love. The subjects all have to be very interesting and at the child’s age level. Children want to learn, make it fun!

Ms. Sonia is the Teacher of the Ray class. Ms. Sonia has her childcare certification from the Florida Dept of Children and Families. Mrs. Sonia loves working with young children and especially enjoys helping in the preschool classroom. She has more than 16 years of experience.

Ms. Marisol is a co-lead teacher in our Pre-K classroom. She has been a Goddard teacher since 2010 and she is FCCPC/VPK certified. Ms. Marisol's goal as a teacher is to provide children with a rich environment where they feel safe to explore, initiate learning, and feel free to express themselves. She brings a deal of great energy and fun into the classroom.

Ms. Estefanny is our Enrichment Programs teacher. She has a Bachelor in Education, and her Child Development Association. Ms. Estefanny has more than 15 years of experience working in Preschool. She like to see the kids grow and change over the course of the school.

Ms. Giovanna is the Co-Lead Teacher of the Dolphins class. Ms. Giovanna has her childcare certification from the Florida Dept of Children and Families. Mrs. Giovanna loves working with young children, she likes to work with children because it is very gratifying to see how they manage to develop their social skills through learning and playing.

Ms. Patricia is our Co-Lead Teacher in our VPK class. She joined the Goddard family in 2014. Ms. Patricia is FCCPC/VPK certified and is finishing her education degree. She believes the way one learns is determined by the teacher and the teaching environment provided. All students can learn when they are accepted for who and where they are in their educational journey. Effective learning requires collaboration between teachers, students, and parents grounded in mutual respect and trust. She engages young children through play, creativity, and hands-on activities. Ms. Patricia believes that as an early childhood educator she is responsible for providing young children with a positive learning experience. She feels that children have the right to have their needs met and receive the proper education while in the care of their caregivers.

Ms. Nancy joined our school in February 2018. Her mission as a teacher is that the children have a safe and healthy environment and to maintain a certain level of respect between herself, parents and the children regardless of age, religion or race. She will always create an environment where learning opportunities will continuously arise through play, rhymes, songs, creative learning and the use of motor skills.

Mrs. Aida is our Assistant Teacher in our young Infant class. She has been part of the Goddard family since 2017. Ms.Aida likes working with children because she values teaching the next generation of leaders and takes pride in watching them learn and grow.

Ms. Claribel has worked in childcare for more than 20 years. She has a child Development Association and 45 hours of child care training. Ms. Claribel like to help kids to develop thru preschool.

Ms. Gabriella is the Lead Teacher in our Turtle class, she has a Bachelor degree and Child Development Association. She has been 2 years working in our school. Ms. Gabriella likes to teach color, numbers and letters in the circle time. On her free time, she enjoys painting and cooking.

Ms. Nazmun is our resource teacher. She has a Master in economics and a Child Development Association. Ms. Nazmun has more than 2 years working with The Goddard School. She loves seeing the journey of learning in different kids.

Ms. Naty is our Sea Stars teacher, she has a Child Development Association and had a Day Care in Dominican Republic before coming to United Stated. She likes the curiosity in children and likes to teach new concepts.

Ms. Lucia is the assistant teacher of our Marlins class, she has her 45 hours of early education. She has more than 4 years of experience in preschool. She likes working with kids because she likes to be part of the children's education

Ms. Nancy is our Turtle assistant teacher. She has her 45 hours of child care, She has 2 years of experience. Ms. Nancy likes to work with kids and help in their development.

Ms. Leslie is a resource teacher. She is in College studying to be a Nurse. She has her 45 hours of Child Care, she has been working with The Goddard School for more than 3 years. She says that she like to see how creative the kids get with toys or thoughts.

Ms. Gabriella is the Assistant Teacher of our Orcas class. She has been working with kids for 2 years. She enjoy teaching. She love to watch kids growing and changing over the course of the year and get new skills.

Ms. Jasmina is our Sea Horses teacher, she was a Batchelor in Sociology and her 45 hours of child care training. She likes to work with kids, and teach them values and respect, She likes to help the kids develop their self-confidence

Ms. Teresita is a resource teacher, she help in various classes. She has a Master in Psychology. She also have her 45 hours of child care. She has work with kids for 2 years. Ms. Teresita enjoys teaching kids and helping them discover new things.

Ms. Hilda is the Lead Teacher in our Sea Horses class. She has more than 5 years of experience in child care. Ms. Hilda has her 45 hours of Child Care training. She says that the reason why she choose to work with children is that she love to see them grow and succeed in their life. Each day is special and unique.