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.

Mrs. Jessica joined our team at The Goddard School of Bordentown in November 2025. She brings over 9 years of experience in Human Resources and holds a bachelor’s degree in psychology from Ramapo University. Her background has given her a strong passion for supporting people, building positive relationships, and creating environments where both children and staff can thrive. She is a proud mom of two wonderful kids – one who’s in Pre-K at the Goddard Hamilton II School, and another who’s in first grade. As both a parent and a professional, she truly understands how important it is to feel connected and supported in your child’s early learning journey. She is thrilled to be part of this amazing community and looks forward to learning, growing, and sharing in the experiences of each family.

Ms. Sarah joined The Goddard School of Hamilton II in April 2025 and is proud to serve as the school’s Assistant Director. With five years of experience teaching Pre-K, along with five years in hospitality management, Sarah brings a strong background in early childhood education, leadership, organization, and building meaningful relationships with children and families. Sarah holds a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology with a focus on early childhood development. As a mom herself, she understands firsthand how important it is for families to feel confident that their children are in a safe, nurturing, and enriching environment each day. She is passionate about helping create a school community where children feel loved, supported, and excited to learn and grow. Outside of Goddard, Sarah is a proud mom of two boys and loves spending quality time with her family.

Mrs. Natalia joined The Goddard School in June of 2022 and has been a wonderful asset to our team ever since. She holds a degree in Early Childhood Education and brings ten years of experience in the education field. As a valued member of our Administrative Team, Natalia plays an important role in keeping our school running smoothly each day. She is creative and enjoys bringing fresh ideas and positive energy to our school community. Natalia is dedicated to supporting our teachers, students, and families, and she strives to ensure every child receives the highest quality care in a warm, welcoming environment. Outside of school, she enjoys spending time with her husband and their two sons, Ksawier and Philip. We are so grateful to have her as part of our Goddard family!

Ms. Paige joined our Goddard family in April 2026 and has loved being part of our Infant program. Her favorite part of working with infants is watching them grow, reach new milestones, and develop their own unique personalities. She enjoys building strong, trusting relationships with each child while creating a safe, loving, and nurturing environment. She finds it especially rewarding to be part of their first smiles, giggles, and new accomplishments. Ms. Paige loves helping guide and support each little one as they learn, grow, and explore.

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. Vithalia joined our Goddard family in June of 2026. She is excited to begin her journey in early childhood education and enjoys building relationships with the children and families in her care. Vithalia believes that curiosity should always be encouraged, especially when it leads to learning and discovery. She strives to create a positive, nurturing, and engaging environment where children can grow and thrive each day. When Vithalia is not at school, she enjoys reading fantasy books, gardening, and spending time enjoying her favorite hobbies, including K-pop and anime.

Ms. Heidi is one of our dedicated Toddler teachers and brings decades of experience and heart to our Goddard family. She has worked in Early Childhood Education since 1995 and has been with our school since we opened in September 1999. Heidi loves watching children learn new things and seeing their unique personalities blossom. Her patience, consistency, and genuine care create a nurturing environment where toddlers feel safe and supported. Outside of school, Heidi enjoys spending time with her husband, Bill, her daughter, Casey, and son-in-law, Alex, as well as jigsaw puzzles, NASCAR, and traveling to visit family.

Ms. Zariah joined our Goddard family in August 2026 and is a wonderful part of our Toddler 1 Classroom. She brings two years of experience working with children and is passionate about building meaningful relationships with each child in her care. Ms. Zariah strives to create a safe, supportive environment where children feel comfortable being themselves, exploring, and learning new things. She especially enjoys encouraging curiosity and watching children grow through each stage of development. Outside of school, she is pursuing a degree in Forensic Psychology and enjoys music, art, reading, and spending time with her family.

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. T’Yona joined The Goddard School of Hamilton II in January 2024 and has been a wonderful part of our school family ever since. She loves connecting with children through her fun, animated personality and believes in meeting each child at their level to better understand their perspective. Ms. T’Yona is passionate about teaching core values, building confidence, and helping children develop a positive mindset. Her favorite part of the day is walking into the classroom to big smiles and hugs from the children. Outside of school, she cherishes spending time and making memories with her nieces and nephews.

Ms. Gianna joined our Goddard family in January 2026 and is a wonderful part of our Two’s Classroom. She brings three years of experience working with children and is passionate about supporting their growth and development. Gianna loves creating a caring, nurturing environment where children feel safe, supported, and excited to explore. She is eager to continue growing as an educator while building meaningful relationships with her students and their families.

Mrs. Nicole joined our Goddard family in October 2019 and has been a valued part of our school ever since. She builds wonderful relationships with the children and families in her care and loves watching her students learn and grow each day. Mrs. Nicole strives to put a smile on everyone's face while creating a clean, positive, engaging, and nurturing classroom environment. She attended Ocean County College for Early Childhood Education. Outside of school, Mrs. Nicole enjoys spending time with her husband and their son, Jaxson.

Mrs. Caitlynne joined our Goddard family in August 2026 and brings five years of experience in Early Childhood Education. She is passionate about creating a hands-on, engaging classroom where every child feels celebrated, supported, and cared for. Mrs. Caitlynne believes children learn best when they feel safe, valued, and encouraged to explore. She enjoys creating meaningful learning experiences and building strong relationships with her students. Outside of school, she loves cooking, shopping at HomeGoods, and spending time with her husband, Brandon.

Ms. Natalia joined our Goddard family in September 2026 and brings a strong passion for both psychology and early childhood education. She graduated from The College of New Jersey in 2026 with a bachelor’s degree in psychology and is bilingual. Ms. Natalia enjoys building meaningful connections with the children in her care and supporting their learning and development each day. She values creating a positive, caring environment where children feel comfortable being themselves. Her background in psychology continues to inspire the way she connects with and understands the children she works with.

Ms. Winipher joined The Goddard School family in March 2026 and is a valued member of our Pre-K classroom team. She is passionate about creating a warm, nurturing environment where children feel safe, supported, and excited to learn each day. Ms. Winipher enjoys encouraging children to build confidence, express their creativity, explore new ideas, and develop important skills through meaningful play and hands-on experiences. She takes pride in building positive relationships with each child and providing patient, compassionate care as they learn and grow. Ms. Winipher loves being part of their everyday accomplishments and helping create a classroom environment where every child feels welcomed and encouraged to be themselves. Outside of the classroom, Ms. Winipher enjoys listening to music and spending quality time with her family.

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. Jenna has spent the past four years working in childcare, and her passion for helping children learn, grow, and thrive shines through each and every day. She is dedicated to creating a safe, nurturing, and positive environment where children feel supported, encouraged, and cared for. Ms. Jenna’s gentle nature and warm personality help her build meaningful relationships with the children in her care and create a comforting classroom environment. Outside of school, she enjoys sipping on an iced coffee and spending time with her beloved cats. Her kindness, patience, and dedication make her a valued part of our Goddard School team!

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. Emma joined our Goddard family in June 2021 and has been a valued part of our school community ever since. She is currently pursuing a degree in Elementary Education and Psychology and is passionate about creating a positive, safe, and welcoming classroom environment where children feel comfortable learning, growing, and having fun each day. Ms. Emma enjoys helping children build confidence, explore new ideas, and make meaningful memories through engaging experiences and play. She looks forward to celebrating each child’s growth and creating a classroom filled with learning, laughter, and meaningful connections. Outside of the classroom, Ms. Emma enjoys spending time with her friends and family and going on new adventures.