Our Goddard School Teachers

We are a brother and sister team and are proud owners of The Goddard School in Weston. Firas holds an MBA from Northeastern University. Firas is a proud father of a Goddard graduate. Sally holds a B.A. in Economics from Wheaton College, MA. Sally is a Weston resident and proud mother of 3 Goddard graduates. We are involved in our communities and enjoy travel, reading, sports, the outdoors, and time spent with our families. As residents of the area for over 25 years, we are proud to offer the opportunity for children to grow through exploration and hands-on learning in our own community. We chose the Goddard School because we recognize the importance of a safe and nurturing learning environment. Our parents sent us to great schools that provided us with a solid, well-rounded education and helped foster a love for learning. We are proud to be a part of The Goddard School and to be able to bring a high caliber of education and preschool experience to our community.

Ms. Jen is the School Director. Ms. Jen holds an Associate’s Degree in Business Administration and a Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services with a concentration in Early Childhood Education from Fisher College. She has been working in the field of early childhood education since 2001 and has been a Director since 2007. Ms. Jen has 4 children of her own and enjoys spending time with her family in Maine. She enjoys being outside, hiking, snowmobiling, boating and loves photography. She also has a love for dogs and has 2 German shepherds. Ms. Jen is very excited to be a part of The Goddard School and looks forward to meeting you!

Ms. Kerri holds a teaching certificate from Fisher College. Ms. Kerri is certified through the DEEC to work with Infant, Toddler, Preschool, & Pre-K children. She has been working with children since 2009. Ms. Kerri loves watching the children develop and learn. Ms. Kerri has three children of her own and a dog. In her free time, she enjoys day trips, taking her dogs for walks and photography. Favorite children's activity: Painting Favorite children's book: "Going On A Bear Hunt"

Ms. Randa our school's Curriculum Coordinator. She holds a Master's of Education in Early Childhood Education from Cambridge College. She also holds a Bachelor's Degree in Veterinary Medical Science from Zagazig University in Egypt. Ms. Randa is certified through the DEEC to work with Preschool & Pre-K children and has over 10 years of experience in early education which include experience within the public school system and a Montessori school. Ms. Randa made the decision to enter the field of early childhood education because she has a strong belief that she can make a difference in childrens' early years. Their smiles melt her heart! Ms. Randa loves swimming, cooking, organizing social events, and visiting Egypt! Favorite children's activity: Science Experiments Galore Favorite children's book: "The Cat In The Hat"

Ms. Amy is a teacher certified by the Massachusetts's EEC and has a son, Dylan. Ms. Amy has been working with children for over 20+ years and is excited to be working with the infants. She is looking forward sharing her crafting skills with the children in her class. Children bring so much joy and happiness to her life. Ms. Amy's favorite book is "Good Night Moon by Margaret Wise Brown."

Ms. Aida brings a passion for early childhood education to her role as a Teacher and is currently in college while holding DEEC certifications in Infants, Toddlers, and Preschool. She chose this field because she has always loved working with children and watching them grow and reach new milestones. Ms. Aida enjoys creating engaging classroom experiences, especially hand- and footprint art projects that families can treasure. In her free time, she loves baking, cooking, shopping, and spending time with her niece and nephew. She is fluent in Spanish, sings at church, and has a cat named Billy. Her favorite children’s book is We’re Going on a Bear Hunt by Michael Rosen. She is committed to creating a nurturing and joyful learning environment for every child.

Ms. Skyla is an Assistant Teacher who has been working in early childhood education since 2022. She chose this field because she genuinely enjoys working with children and finds great fulfillment in supporting their learning, growth, and everyday development. Ms. Skyla brings patience, creativity, and a caring approach into the classroom and enjoys building positive, trusting relationships with the children she works with. She loves engaging children in hands-on activities that encourage creativity, exploration, and self-expression. Outside of the classroom, Ms. Skyla enjoys crafting, hiking, and traveling. She also loves relaxing at home and spending quality time with her two cats and her dog. Favorite Children’s Activity: Arts and crafts Favorite Children’s Book: Goodnight Moon by Margaret Wise Brown

Ms. Paula De La Torre is an Assistant Teacher who chose this field because she wants to be part of shaping young children’s lives and making a positive impact on future generations. Ms. Paula has been working in early childhood education since 2014 and is currently enrolled in a CDA course as she works toward becoming teacher certified. In her free time, she enjoys reading, cooking, crafting, and spending meaningful time with her family, children, and dog. She is inspired to continue growing as an educator and creating a supportive learning environment for every child. Favorite Children’s Activity: Music, dancing, and sensory play Favorite Children’s Book: Peek-a-Boo books

Hailie is a certified teacher through the DEEC, with five years of experience in the field. She is passionate about nurturing children’s growth and learning. Outside of work, Hailie enjoys spending time with her family, exploring the outdoors, and shopping. Her favorite children’s activities involve sensory play and story time, encouraging creativity and imagination. One of her beloved children’s books is “Little Blue Truck,” which she loves sharing with her students.

Ms. Ruchitaben holds a Bachelor of Arts degree and a Primary Teacher Certificate (PTC). She is certified through the DEEC to work with Infants, Toddlers, and Preschool children. Ms. Ruchitaben is passionate about helping children grow, learn, and build confidence in a caring and supportive environment. She moved from India to New York and later to Massachusetts. Ms. Ruchitaben is a proud mother of a daughter and a son and enjoys traveling, cooking, and listening to music. Favorite Children’s Activity: Going outside, singing, morning meeting Favorite Children’s Book: Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See? by Eric Carle

Ms. Maureen Cabral is a Teacher with over 15 years of experience in early childhood education. She holds an Associate Degree from MassBay Community College, a Bachelor of Science in Child Development, and a Master’s degree in Human Services. Ms. Maureen is certified through the DEEC to work with Infants, Toddlers, and Preschool children. She chose this profession after becoming a parent and discovering her joy in working with young children. Ms. Maureen enjoys watching the sunrise at the beach, walking her dog, traveling, going to events, and spending time with family. She has a strong passion for supporting children’s social-emotional development. Favorite Children’s Activity: Singing songs and reading books Favorite Children’s Book: Goodnight Moon by Margaret Wise Brown

Ms. Vanessa Juliao is an Assistant Teacher who has been working in early childhood education since 2016. She attended Brighton High School and chose this field because of her genuine love for children and her desire to help them learn and grow. In her free time, Ms. Vanessa enjoys hiking, biking, playing pickleball, and spending time outdoors. She has a big heart for both children and animals and enjoys helping create a fun, engaging learning environment. Favorite Children’s Activity: Playing with puzzles and reading books Favorite Children’s Book: Welcome: A Book About Friendship by Mo Willems

Ms. Melani attended MassBay and is certified through the DEEC to work with Infants, Toddlers, and Preschool children. She has a genuine love for working with young children and enjoys helping them learn, grow, and reach important developmental milestones. Ms. Melani is passionate about creating a fun and nurturing learning environment through hands-on activities. In her free time, she loves spending quality time with her family and listening to music. She especially enjoys engaging children in art projects and sensory experiences that encourage creativity and self-expression. Favorite Children’s Activity: Art and crafts and sensory play Favorite Children’s Book: One Fish Two Fish Red Fish Blue Fish by Dr. Seuss

Ms. Sarai is a Certified Teacher with DEEC certifications in Infants, Toddlers, and Preschool and has been part of our school community since 2023. She chose early childhood education because she enjoys caring for children and supporting their learning milestones. Sarai loves creating a nurturing learning environment where children can grow and explore with confidence. A proud cat lover, she enjoys talking about her two cats, Alaska and Maui. Her favorite children’s activity is puzzles, and her favorite book is The Mitten by Jan Brett. She looks forward to building meaningful relationships with children and families.

Ms. Marleny works with our Toddlers. She enjoys teaching the children through play and watching them learn. She loves to do different activities with the children. During her free time, Ms. Marleny enjoys spending time with her family. Favorite children's activity: Sensory Play Favorite children's book: "The Little Engine That Could"

Ms. Mayra is an Assistant Teacher who chose this field because of her genuine love for children and her desire to support their growth and development during the early years. She has been working in early childhood education since 2023 and enjoys creating a fun and nurturing environment where children feel safe and engaged. In her free time, Ms. Mayra enjoys dancing, hiking, and participating in arts and crafts. She especially loves sharing creative activities with children and encouraging self-expression. Favorite Children’s Activity: Arts and crafts Favorite Children’s Book: Where the Wild Things Are by Maurice Sendak

Ms. Niadalee is a Teacher certified through the DEEC to work with Infants, Toddlers, and Preschool children. She was drawn to early childhood education because she enjoys observing how children learn, explore, and develop through play. Ms. Niadalee has been working in the field since 2020 and takes pride in creating a welcoming, caring classroom where children feel supported and engaged. Outside of the classroom, she enjoys drawing, painting, and sewing, and she loves incorporating creative projects into daily activities to inspire imagination and self-expression. Favorite Children’s Activity: Crafts Favorite Children’s Book: The Very Hungry Caterpillar by Eric Carle

Ms. Lorna is a Teacher who loves helping children learn and grow. She has been working in early childhood education since 2023 and enjoys creating fun, engaging sensory experiences for the children in her care. In her free time, she loves taking walks on the weekends. Her favorite children’s book is The Jungle Book. Ms. Lorna enjoys creating a nurturing environment where children can explore, discover, and build a love of learning.

Ms. Annika is an Assistant Teacher who is currently attending the University of Connecticut (UConn), where she studies Sociology, Biology, Psychology, and English. She enjoys working with children, especially in early childhood education, and hopes to pursue a career focused on supporting and working with young learners. Ms. Annika loves helping children explore their creativity and express themselves through hands-on learning experiences. In her free time, she enjoys skiing, working out, and arranging music. Her favorite children's activities are arts and crafts, particularly painting and drawing, and her favorite children's book is If You Give a Mouse a Cookie by Laura Numeroff. She is dedicated to creating a positive and engaging learning environment where children can learn, grow, and thrive.

Ms. Gaby is a teacher. She has been working with children since 2019. Ms. Gaby loves working with children and watching them learn and grow. Ms. Gaby enjoys cooking, swimming, and going for walks. Favorite children's activity: Coloring & Painting Favorite children's book: "Corduroy"

Ms. Sandra is a teacher. She has been working with children since 2014. Ms. Sandra loves working with children and loves to learn from their development. Ms. Sandra enjoys singing, going for walks with her family. Favorite children's activity: Singing with the children" Favorite children's book: "Brown Bear"

Ms. Milvia is an Assistant Teacher who chose this field because she loves interacting with children and supporting their growth and development. She brings many years of caregiving experience to the classroom, including her role as a mother and grandmother. Ms. Milvia enjoys creating a warm and engaging environment where children feel comfortable and supported. She especially loves spending time with children through movement, music, and calm moments of connection. Favorite Children’s Activity: Dancing and singing with children Favorite Children’s Book: Five Little Monkeys Jumping on the Bed by Eileen Christelow

Ms. Padmaja is certified through the DEEC to work with Infants, Toddlers, Preschool, & Pre-K children. Ms. Padmaja has been working with children since her own children were small and they are now young adults. She especially enjoys working with infants. Ms. Padmaja enjoys travelling in her time away from work and she would like to see the world as a peaceful, friendly place. Favorite Children's Activity: Water Play Favorite Children's Book: "Amelia's Fantastic Flight"

Ms. Insaf is new to the field of Early Childhood Education. Ms. Insaf holds an Associates Degree in Accounting from Andalus University in Jordan. She adores working with children of all ages and in various activities - especially having raised her own children here in the States. She is fluent in Arabic and has taught Arabic at a local Sunday school for the past 10 years. Ms. Insaf enjoys traveling, spending time with family and friends, and is a passionate cook who loves Middle Eastern cuisine. Favorite children's activity: Arts & Crafts. Favorite children's book: "Curious George Books"

Ms. Vivian is an Assistant Teacher who has been a valued member of our school community since 2023. She chose early childhood education because she enjoys working with children and supporting them as they reach important learning milestones. Outside of the classroom, Ms. Vivian enjoys traveling, spending time with her family, and riding motorcycles during the summer. She speaks Spanish and Portuguese and enjoys Chinese cuisine. Her favorite children’s activity is exploring the butterfly life cycle, and her favorite book is The Day the Crayons Quit by Drew Daywalt. She looks forward to building strong partnerships with children and families.

Ms. Rosie is a dedicated Teacher who is currently studying Special Education at UMass Amherst. She chose early childhood education because she loves seeing the world through children’s eyes and watching their curiosity and confidence grow. Fluent in American Sign Language (ASL), Ms. Rosie enjoys incorporating signs into her interactions and creating meaningful connections with the children in her care. She enjoys reading, writing, and taking walks with her dogs. Her favorite classroom activity is coloring, and she loves sharing The Very Hungry Caterpillar by Eric Carle with her students. Ms. Rosie is passionate about creating an engaging environment where children feel supported, encouraged, and excited to learn.

Ms. Margie holds a teaching certificate from Massbay. Ms. Margie is certified through the DEEC to work with Infant, Toddler, Preschool, & Pre-K children. She has been working with children since 2012. Ms. Margie got into the teaching field because she had teachers who cared for her and helped her learn and she wants to do the same for her students. Ms. Margie has been married for 10 years and has a cat and dog. In her free time, she enjoys singing and painting. Favorite children's activity: Reading Stories Favorite children's book: "Rainbow Fish"

Ms. Amber is a teacher. She has been working with children for 10 years. Ms. Amber enjoys working with children while watching them explore the world around them. Ms. Amber enjoys photography, singing, playing basketball and running in her spare time. Favorite children's activity: Painting & Reading Books Favorite children's book: "I, Amber Brown"

Ms. Janesscia is working towards continuing my education in the early education field. Ms. Janesscia has a dog, Harley, that she loves to spend time with when not at work and would love to work with the animal rescue, as well as with children. Ms Janesscia was also an avid runner on the track team at her high school. Favorite children's activity: Painting Favorite children's book: "Good Night Moon"

Ms. Shahnila holds an Associate's Degree in Business and is currently furthering her schooling towards an education degree. Ms. Shahnila is certified through the DEEC to work with Preschool & Pre-K children. She loves to work with children of all ages. Ms. Shahnila is the mother of 2 children, a son and a daughter. In her free times, she loves to cook and travel. Favorite Children's Activity: Painting and Math Skills Favorite Children's Book: "Pete the Cat"

Ms. Sophia holds a degree in Early Childhood Education from American River College in Sacramento, California. She is certified through the DEEC to work with Infants, Toddlers, and Preschool children. Ms. Sophia has been working in early childhood education for 7 years before becoming a part of our family and has a strong passion for supporting young children as they learn and grow. Born in Canada, she moved to Massachusetts from California and is multi lingual. In her free time, Ms. Sophia enjoys traveling, exploring new restaurants, and binge watching TV series with her husband. Favorite Children’s Activity: Finger painting and playing with play dough Favorite Children’s Book: The Very Hungry Caterpillar

Ms. Mileydi is an Assistant Teacher who holds a high school diploma and has been working in early childhood education since 2024. She chose this profession because she enjoys working with children and supporting their learning and growth. Ms. Mileydi loves creating engaging experiences that help children build confidence and curiosity. In her free time, she enjoys dancing, exercising, baking, going on nature walks, and reading. She is bilingual and is currently learning Chinese, which adds to her passion for language and learning. Favorite Children’s Activity: Jumping games and guessing games Favorite Children’s Book: The Day the Crayons Quit by Drew Daywalt

Ms. Ashley is an Assistant Teacher who has been working in early childhood education since 2024. She chose this field because she enjoys helping children learn, grow, and explore the world around them in a supportive and caring environment. Ms. Ashley brings a calm and creative presence into the classroom and enjoys engaging children through hands-on and movement-based activities. In her free time, she enjoys dancing, yoga, snowboarding, and cooking when the weather allows. She values building positive connections with children and supporting their development each day. Favorite Children’s Activity: Finger painting Favorite Children’s Book: Green Eggs and Ham by Dr. Seuss

Ms. Haley is an Assistant Teacher who has always enjoyed working with children and supporting their learning and development. She chose this field because of her strong interest in helping children grow, learn new skills, and feel confident in a nurturing environment. Ms. Haley enjoys creating meaningful connections with children through engaging, hands-on activities. In her free time, she loves reading and going on walks, which help her recharge and stay inspired. Favorite Children’s Activity: Coloring and crafting Favorite Children’s Book: An Elephant & Piggie Book by Mo Willems

Ms. Jacqueline is an Assistant Teacher who holds a degree in Tourism. She chose this profession because of her love for working with children and her desire to create a positive and supportive learning environment. Ms. Jacqueline has been working in early childhood education since 2025 and enjoys helping children learn and grow through hands-on experiences. In her free time, she enjoys painting, coloring, and participating in creative activities. She is passionate about creating a fun, safe space where children feel comfortable exploring, learning, and trying new things. Favorite Children’s Activity: Arts and crafts and sensory play Favorite Children’s Book: Calm Down Time by Elizabeth Verdick

Ms. Theresa is a teacher with a Bachelor’s degree in Human Development & Human Services and Early Childhood Education. She chose early childhood education because she loves watching children learn, grow, and reach new milestones. Outside of work, she enjoys swimming, shopping, building legos, and spending time with family and friends. Her favorite classroom activity is any painting craft, and her favorite children’s book is Love You Forever by Robert Munsch.

Mr. Jeff is a teacher certified through Massachusetts's EEC and enjoys raising his two children, Lilly and Andrew. Jeff recently entered the field of education after managing a party store. He enjoys music and being outdoors and loves to share that with the children in his classroom. Favorite book is "The Giving Tree"