Our Goddard School Teachers

Mauricio and Anita Chmelnik are proud owners of The Goddard School of Miramar and now The Goddard School of Wellington. For the past 16 years, they have successfully operated the Miramar school, offering a well-rounded program that includes World Culture, Sports Mix, Chess, Spanish as a Second Language, and Robotics. Their school follows The Wonder of Learning curriculum, which uses inquiry-based learning to inspire curiosity and develop higher-order thinking through play. At the heart of their approach is a deep commitment to family values. Their mission is to nurture not only academic growth but also social and emotional development—creating a warm, welcoming environment where children feel happy and at home

Ms. Sue is our Educational Director. Ms. Sue has over 30 years of experience teaching and administrative work in preschools. She has her National Childcare Development Associate certification as well as her Director Credential. Ms. Sue has many years of experience as a director of high quality, prestigious preschools in Palm Beach County. Her love of children is her passion and she enjoys helping children grow and learn. She also enjoys bringing her love of academics and instills a high quality education from her teaching staff. We welcome Ms. Sue and her vision for The Goddard School of Wellington.

I’m from New Jersey and have spent the past 14 years working in the front office of an elementary school. My role has allowed me to witness firsthand the incredible growth of children as they transition into young adults. I take great pride in supporting both students and families in our school community. Outside of work, I’m a proud parent to two amazing daughters and share my home with two wonderful cats. I cherish the moments spent with my family and enjoy creating a nurturing environment for both my kids and the students I serve.

I have my BA in Psychology from Coastal Carolina University and I’m from Lorton, VA. I have been working with children for 3 years and enjoy Arts & Crafts. I am married with a 5-year-old son, Lucas. We also live with Oscar, Whiskey & Skye (our cats) I love anything Disney.

Ms. Pia has been working in childcare for over ten years. She wants every child to be treated with kindness and feel safe and love learning and coming to school. She enjoys working one on one with children to help them develop their skills. We are very happy to have Ms. Pia on our staff with all her years of classroom experience.

Ms. Sonia is the Assist Teacher of the Infant Class. Ms. Sonia has a Bachelors degree in Psychology. She also has her childcare certification from Florida Dept of Children and Families. Sonia loves working with young children especially she enjoys helping in the infant classroom.

Hi! I’m Alina, and I’m excited to begin my journey in childcare. While this is my first experience in the field, I am passionate about creating a nurturing and engaging environment for children. I believe in the power of play and creativity to foster growth and learning. In my personal life, I’m a proud cat owner to my furry friend Smokey. I love spending my free time at the beach, experimenting with makeup, and exploring new foods. I also enjoy catching the latest films at the movies. I look forward to bringing my enthusiasm and fresh perspective to my work with children!

I’m originally from Chicago and have dedicated the past nine years to working with the school district, where I find joy in teaching reading. I am fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing me to connect with a diverse group of students and families. Outside of my professional life, I’m a proud parent to two amazing teenagers who keep life exciting. I love to travel, explore new cuisines, and take on DIY home improvement projects. I believe that learning extends beyond the classroom, and I enjoy sharing that passion with my students and community.

I am Ms. Lina and I’m from Colombia and speak Spanish and English. I have been working with children for 10 years and I love doing it. I attended ICES (Bogota-Colombia University) and have my teaching and CPR/First Aid certifications. I love art, painting, music, and all things creative. I do have a beautiful female dog Luna who is my baby.

I am of Salvadorian descent and speak English and Spanish. I attended Palm Beach State College and have worked with children for more than 4 years. I love helping children learn especially through arts and crafts that they enjoy so much. I am helping raise my 2 nieces and love them like they are my own. I have 2 dogs as well. I love music, food, and doing other people’s hair and I’m very organized which helps in a preschool.

I’m from Belle Glade and attended Palm Beach State College. I received my training to work in a preschool and have been doing so for 3 years. I am bilingual and enjoy speaking to the children in English and Spanish. My hobbies are in the arts & crafts. My favorite past time is cooking and travel when I can. I also love to go shopping, working out and spending time with the people I love

This is my first time working in childcare. My love for children prompted my career path and I began working at The Goddard School this year. I have been growing as a teacher through the training offered at Goddard. Not only do I get to see your children grow and learn but my 3-year-old daughter, Tori, is also getting to experience the joy of preschool at Goddard. I love being a mom and a teacher of young children. When I’m not in class, you can find me listening to my favorite songs or playing my favorite game, Mancala. I look forward to getting to know, grow, laugh, and learn with your children.

Ms. Molly enjoys working with our young toddlers! She enjoys teaching them new things and being able to improve their communication skills along with hands on activities!