Our Goddard School Teachers

My husband, Rey, and I are honored to be the proud owners of The Goddard School of Hamilton II and Bordentown. As parents to two beautiful children, Alexa and Julian, we understand firsthand the importance of providing a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment where children can learn, grow, and thrive. I have been in the field of education for over 21 years, including six years as a Childcare Director. I believe that every child has unique gifts to offer the world, and it is both my passion and privilege to help bring those gifts to light. My mission is to provide the highest quality early childhood education by creating a positive, engaging, and inclusive learning environment for every child. We focus on fostering physical development, social and emotional growth, and intellectual curiosity. We believe early learning should be joyful, meaningful, and thoughtfully tailored to each child’s individual needs.

My wife and I are honored to be the proud owners of The Goddard School of Hamilton II and Bordentown. As parents to our two beautiful children, Alexa and Julian, we understand the importance of providing a safe and nurturing environment where children can learn, grow, and thrive. I bring over 20 years of experience in the transportation industry, where safety, organization, and accountability were always top priorities. Those values strongly influence my approach as a school owner and guide my commitment to creating a secure, well-run, and supportive environment for our children, families, and staff. Our mission is to provide the highest quality early childhood education by fostering physical development, social and emotional growth, and intellectual curiosity.

Ms. Victoria joined The Goddard School in June of 2022 and brings over a decade of experience in early childhood education. She holds an Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education and recently earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Liberal Studies with a concentration in Psychology from William Paterson University. Victoria is passionate about creating a nurturing, positive and engaging environment where children can thrive. She values the importance of building strong, supportive relationships not only with the children in her care but also with their families. As both an educator and a parent, Victoria understands the importance of trust, communication and consistency in a child’s early development. She is excited to share her love for learning and dedication to early education with the Goddard community. Victoria has a four year old daughter named Addison who is her absolute world.

Ms. Sarah began working at The Goddard School of Hamilton II in April 2025. She brings a diverse professional background, including five years of experience teaching at the Pre-K level and five years of experience as an Assistant General Manager in the hospitality industry. Sarah holds a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology with a focus on early childhood development. She is committed to supporting children’s growth and learning through strong leadership, collaboration with staff and maintaining a positive, nurturing environment across the school. In her free time, Sarah enjoys spending quality time with her family and reading whenever she gets the chance.

Natalia joined the Goddard School in June of 2022. She is an outstanding addition to our team. Natalia holds a degree in Early Childhood Education and has been in the education field for about ten years. She strives to provide the highest quality of care for all of the children in her class. Mrs. Natalia creates an environment in her classroom where children are enjoying themselves and having fun with their friends while learning too. When Mrs. Natalia is not teaching, she spends her time with her husband and their sons, Ksawier and Philip.

Ms. Emily joined our Goddard team in February of 2025. She brings to us a love for children and an excitement to create strong relationships with the children in her care. Emily has a background in the education field and has previously worked in other childcare facilities.

Ms. Shivana joined our Goddard family in September of 2023 and has been working in childcare for over 20 years. Shivana has been the most amazing addition to our Infant classroom. Shivana enjoys watching as children grow and learn new things. Ms. Shivana has a son who is 26 and a daughter who is 11. In her free time, she likes to cook and spend time with her family.

Ms. Jenna has spent the past four years working in childcare and her passion for helping little ones grow and thrive shines through each and every day. As one of our Infant Room teachers, she loves watching the children in her care learn, explore and reach new milestones in a safe and nurturing environment. Jenna’s gentle nature and warm personality help create a comforting space where our babies feel secure and loved. Outside of the classroom, she enjoys sipping on an iced coffee and spending time with her beloved cats. Her dedication and kindness make her a wonderful and valued part of our Goddard School team!

Ms. Aimhe joined our Goddard team in November 2025 and is one of our valued Infant Teachers. She has a genuine love for working with infants and enjoys supporting them as they reach new milestones and grow each day. Aimhe comes from a big Hispanic family and was born in Wilkesboro, North Carolina. She moved to New Jersey at the age of 12 and has lived here ever since, while still enjoying visits back home from time to time. In her free time, Aimhe loves baking desserts and discovering new recipes to cook with her family. She especially cherishes spending time with her nephew, who has brought so much joy into her life. She considers him a true blessing and she is incredibly grateful for him.

Ms. Heidi is one of our dedicated Toddler teachers and brings decades of experience and heart to our Goddard School family. She has worked in Early Childhood Education since 1995 and has been a valued member of our school since we proudly opened our doors in September of 1999. Heidi truly enjoys watching children learn something new each day and loves seeing their unique personalities blossom as they grow. Her patience, consistency and genuine care create a nurturing environment where toddlers feel safe and supported. Outside of the classroom, Heidi has been happily married to her husband, Bill, since 1988. She is a proud mom to her daughter, Casey. Heidi loves spending time with her daughter and son-in-law, Alex. In her free time, she enjoys working on jigsaw puzzles, NASCAR racing and traveling to Florida to visit her dad and to Maryland to see her daughter and son-in-law.

Ms. Karizma began working here at the Goddard School in September 2022. She has been working as an early childhood educator for over one year. Karizma quickly fell in love with the job and being able to spend her days teaching and playing with the most wonderful children. Ms. Karizma always has a fun sensory activity for the children to engage in. She loves letting the kids get messy! Outside of work, Ms. Karizma enjoys spending time with her friends, family, boyfriend, and puppy, Coquito! She is very close with her family, and they spend lots of time together.

Ms. Estefani joined our Goddard family in January 2023. Estefani is passionate about building strong connections with the children in her care and comes to work every day excited to teach her students. Estefani's hard work and dedication shines bright through the classroom and her bonds built with the children are evident. Ms. Estefani's daughter, Adelaya, also attends Goddard and is a part of our Infant class. She loves spending her free time creating new memories and exploring new experiences with her family.

Ms. Justice has been working in the early childhood education field for over two years, but her passion for teaching began in 2015 when her mother got her first job as a preschool teacher. Through these early experiences and her professional background, she has developed a deep love for education and a strong commitment to supporting children’s growth and development. Justice is currently attending Mercer County Community College, where she is pursuing an Associate’s Degree in Education. She brings her passion for art and creativity into the classroom, creating engaging and expressive learning experiences for her students. In her free time, Justice enjoys drawing, listening to music, caring for her three cats and giving back through volunteering and community service.

Ms. Marcela is our amazing Bridge Teacher and has been a valued member of our Goddard School family since September of 2025. She is a caring and experienced educator with over a decade of experience nurturing young minds and supporting families through important developmental transitions. Working with children has always been Marcela’s greatest joy. She is passionate about creating meaningful learning experiences that inspire curiosity, confidence and kindness. Throughout her career, she has had the privilege of caring for infants, toddlers and preschoolers, always placing a strong emphasis on safety, growth and development. Marcela believes in the power of creative, play-based learning and truly enjoys building strong, trusting relationships with families. She takes pride in tailoring her care to support each child’s unique personality, strengths and needs, helping them feel safe, supported and excited to learn every day.

Mrs. Nicole joined our Goddard family in October of 2019 as our fabulous Preschool teacher. Nicole builds amazing relationships with children and families in her care and enjoys watching her students learn and grown each day. She strives to put a smile on everyone’s face. Nicole keeps a clean, positive, engaging and nurturing classroom. Nicole attended Ocean County College for early education. When Mrs. Nicole is not teaching, she enjoys spending time with her husband and their son Jaxson.

Miss Makayla has a passion for educating children and loves watching them grow every day. As a nurturing and positive person, she strives to make everyone’s day a little brighter and help as many people as she can. She’s committed to making sure every child receives the best care and education possible. Makayla is a proud mom to her 4-year-old daughter, Lilyanna and enjoys spending her free time with her family and reading books. Looking ahead, she’s excited to further her education and plans on earning her CDA.

Ms. Isabel joined The Goddard School in August 2025 and brings a strong passion for education and service to our community. She is currently pursuing her Bachelor's Degree in Paralegal and Legal Studies through the University of Providence. Prior to joining Goddard, Isabel worked as a 4th grade teacher's assistant for two years, where she discovered her love for supporting children's growth and learning. In addition to her work in education, Isabel proudly serves in the Army Reserve as a Paralegal. Outside the classroom, she enjoys spending her free time reading, doing arts and crafts, and running. Ms. Isabel is excited to bring her dedication, creativity, and enthusiasm to the children and families at Goddard.

Mrs. Maddy has been with our school for two years and is thrilled to be one of our Pre-K teachers this year. She began working in childcare in 2021, teaching a variety of age groups, and joined the Goddard family in 2023. Maddy holds a Bachelor’s degree in Speech Pathology and Audiology with a focus in Deaf Studies. She is deeply passionate about child development and communication and takes pride in creating a nurturing, inclusive classroom environment where learning feels like home for both students and their families. Outside of the classroom, Maddy can often be found on the track as a coach’s wife, supporting her high school athletes at their events, or spending quality time with her daughter. She is excited to partner with families and looks forward to a wonderful year ahead!

Mrs. Brianna joined our Goddard School family in January of 2023 and has been a wonderful addition to our school community. She brings her love for children and passion for education into the classroom each and every day. Brianna truly enjoys being a part of each child’s daily life and cherishes watching them grow, learn and reach new milestones. Her nurturing nature and dedication help create a warm, supportive environment for her students. Outside of the classroom, Brianna is a proud mom to her children—Savannah, Lorenzo, Sorayah and Dominic. She enjoys spending her free time with her husband and children and making memories together.

Ms. Alexa joined the Goddard team in July 2023 and brings a genuine love and passion for educating children of all ages. She enjoys supporting every classroom, working with children across all age groups, and creating positive, engaging learning experiences. With a dream of one day owning her own daycare center, Ms. Alexa is dedicated to fostering growth, curiosity, and confidence in every child she encounters.

Ms. Yara has been a proud member of our Goddard School for the past three years. She recently graduated from The College of New Jersey with a Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education and Spanish and she will be continuing her educational journey this fall as she pursues her Master’s Degree. Yara is passionate about nurturing the whole child and believes that children learn best in a loving, engaging environment built on strong routines and positive relationships. She brings warmth, dedication and enthusiasm into the classroom. Each day, Yara helps her students feel safe, confident and excited to learn. Outside of the classroom, she enjoys working out and doing Pilates, going to the beach, reading, hiking, traveling and spending quality time with her family, friends and her dogs.

Hi! My name is Ms. Emma, and I am so excited for this school year! I have worked with Goddard for a few summers over the years while also pursuing a degree in elementary education and psychology. My number one goal in the classroom is too creative a positive and safe environment for your kiddos to learn and grow as well as have fun and make the best of every moment! In my free time I enjoy surrounding myself with friends and family and going on all types of adventures. I can’t wait to meet you and see everything this year has in store for us!

Ms. Ana has been with us since January 2023. Ana has been working in the Early Childhood Education field for the past 12 years. Ana is passionate about helping children grow and develop. She is very nurturing with the children and takes care of each one as if they were her own! When Ana is not working, she enjoys being with her two children.

Ms. Jade has been a valued member of The Goddard School team for over a year and truly enjoys building relationships with the kids. She has a strong passion for caring for children and finds great fulfillment in supporting their growth and well-being. Ms. Jade began babysitting at the age of 12, which sparked her long-standing love for working with children. She is currently a junior in high school and continues to build valuable experience in early childhood care. In her free time, she enjoys shopping, trying new foods, and babysitting.

Ms. Angelina has been a dedicated member of the Goddard team for two years. She has a strong passion for working with children and finds joy in supporting their curiosity, enthusiasm, and individual personalities. Outside of the classroom, Angelina enjoys reading, learning new things, and exploring new places. Her experiences working with children have inspired her to pursue a degree in education, with the goal of continuing to encourage and support children as they grow and learn.