Our Goddard School Teachers

Hello! I’m Ms. Wendy, the proud onsite owner of The Goddard School. With over 15 years in finance and a Bachelor's in Accounting, I bring strong leadership and organizational skills. While my background is in finance, my true passion lies in early childhood education. As a mother of two grown children, I deeply understand the importance of laying a strong foundation for success. I believe a positive, engaging early education is a priceless gift. At The Goddard School, we create a nurturing, enriching environment where children grow and thrive. We are more than educators; we’re partners in your child’s development, committed to a safe, loving, and stimulating space. I’m grateful to work with amazing families and dedicated to supporting every child's journey. I look forward to collaborating with you and watching your child flourish!

Hello! I’m Mr. Bill, the proud on-site owner and operator of The Goddard School in Ramsey since 2000—and now also in Paramus! As both an educator and a parent, I’m passionate about creating a nurturing, safe, and fun environment where children can thrive. With a Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering and as a proud father of two boys, I understand the importance of combining curiosity, creativity, and hands-on learning. That’s why I love being part of The Goddard School family, where children discover, grow, and develop through play-based learning every single day. I look forward to welcoming your family and helping your child build a strong foundation for a bright future!

Hello! I’m Ms. YJ, the proud Director of The Goddard School in Paramus. I first joined this incredible community in July 2016 as the Assistant Director and have had the privilege of leading the school since May 2018. My journey in education began with earning my Bachelor's degree in England, where I spent much of my formative years. After moving to the U.S., I gained invaluable experience managing a private business in Manhattan for nearly 14 years. As both an educator and a parent, I’ve witnessed firsthand the remarkable impact of a Goddard education—my own two children have flourished in this nurturing environment! I am passionate about fostering a safe, engaging, and inspiring space where children can grow, thrive, and develop a lifelong love for learning. I look forward to continuing Goddard’s mission of excellence and working with our wonderful families to create a strong foundation for our students' success!

Hi, I’m Ms. Rosemary, and I’m so happy to be part of the Goddard School Paramus since its opening in 2016. I assumed the role of Assistant Director in 2018, and prior to that I’ve worked in the Get Set, Pre-School and Pre-K rooms respectively. I received my Bachelors in Elementary Education from Molloy College, and have taught grades first through fifth and I have over 10 years of experience in Early Childhood Education. I love creating a warm, welcoming space where children, families, and teachers feel supported and I look forward to working with our amazing teachers to implement new and exciting components to our curriculum.

Hello! My name is Ms. Sandra, and I'm so happy to be caring for your little ones in the infant classroom. I'm a proud mom of two grown sons, and a grandmother to two wonderful grandsons, so nurturing children has always been a big part of my life. I love creating a safe, loving, and cheerful space where babies can grow, explore, and feel cared for just like family.

Hi, I'm Ms. Jenica, and I'm so excited to be teaching in the infant room! I'm also a mom to two young children, who both currently attend Goddard, so I understand how important it is to know your little one is safe, loved and learning each day. Caring for infants is such a joy, and I love creating a nurturing environment where babies can grow, explore and reach new milestones.

Hi, I'm Ms. Gina, and I've been working with children for the past 12 years. I love helping little ones learn, grow and discover the world around them. I'm a mom of two, which makes my work in the classroom even more special. Creating a safe, caring and joyful environment for children is my passion, and I'm so excited to watch your child grow!

Hi! My name is Ms. Maria, and I am thrilled to be part of the Toddler 1 classroom, as the lead teacher! I'm a proud mom of three boys, and one of my sons attended the Goddard School, so I know what a special place it is for early learning. I love guiding toddlers as they explore, learn, and grow every day. Creating a fun, safe, and nurturing enviornment for your little ones is my passion, and I'm excited to be part of your child's learning journey!

Hello! I'm Ms. Ingrith, and I'm excited to be working as the assistant in the Toddler 1 classroom. I have experience caring for children from toddler age through elementary school, which gives has given me a deep understanding of their unique needs and milestones at every stage. I love helping little ones explore, play, and grow in a safe and nurturing environment. Seeing children learn and thrive every day is truly the best part of my work.

Hi, I'm Ms. Nerissa, and I'm thrilled to be a part of the Toddler 2 room team as the lead teacher. I hold a bachelor's degree in nursing, which has given me a strong foundation in child health and development. I'm also a proud mom to two wonderful teenage daughters, so I understand the joys and challenges of raising little ones firsthand. I love creating a safe, nurturing environment where toddlers can explore, learn and grow every day. Being part of their learning journey is truly a joy!

Hello! My name is Ms. Stacey and I am excited to be the Lead Teacher in the Pre-School 1 classroom. I have been working in the childcare field since 2017, gaining experience and joy in helping young children learn, explore and grow. I am also a proud parent of three grown children, which gives me a special appreciation for the milestones and discoveries of early childhood. I love creating a fun, nurturing and engaging environment where every child feels valued and supported.

Hi, name is Ms. Yoha, and I have been a proud member of The Goddard School since 2018. During my time here, I've loved creating a nurturing and engaging environment where children can learn, grow, and explore at their own pace. Watching little ones discover new skills and build confidence each day is truly rewarding. I'm passionate about fostering curiosity, kindness, and creativity in my classroom, and I'm grateful to partner with families in helping their children thrive.

Hello, my name is Ms. Lisa, and I am the Pre-K 1 assistant teacher. I earned my bachelor's degree in psychology from Spelman College and have been working with young children for over 10 years. Since joining the Goddard School in 2018, I've loved being a part of the Pre-K 1 classroom, where every day brings new discoveries, laughter, and learning. My greatest joy is helping children feel confident, cared for and excited about exploring the world around them.

Hi! My name is Ms. Wendy, and I am the Assistant Teacher in the Pre-School 1 classroom. I have over 15 years of working with children, and I am also a proud mom of 4 boys. I love supporting young learners as they explore, play and grow. Creating a safe, nurturing, and fun environment where every child feels valued is my passion, and I'm excited to be part of your child's early learning journey!

Hello! My name is Ms. Naomie, and I'm so excited to be part of the Pre-K 1 classroom as the lead teacher. I hold a bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education from Empire State College and have been working with children for 15 years. Helping young learners grow, gain confidence, and get ready for kindergarten is something I'm truly passionate about. I love creating a nurturing and engaging enviornment where children can explore discover, and reach their fullest potential!

Hello, my name is Ms. Brittney and I earned my Bachelor of Science in Psychology from the University of Bridgeport and am currently pursuing my Master's degree in Education. I joined The Goddard School in 2022 and love being a part of a such a warm and welcoming community. I'm passionate about supporting children's growth and creating a positive, nurturing environment where they feel excited to learn and explore. Every day, I enjoy helping children build confidence, discover new skills, and develop a lifelong love of learning as we prepare for kindergarten.

My name is Ms. Jenn and I am the lead teacher in the Get Set classroom. I have been in the early childhood field since 2016 and have taught children ranging in age from two to four years old. I have a five year old daughter who attends the Goddard School so I know the importantance of providing a great foundation in early childhood education.

Hi! My name is Ms. Yuliia and I joined The Goddard School in 2024 and am so excited to be part of the Pre-K 2 team! As an assistant teacher, I love helping children learn, grow, and explore new ideas every day. Creating a caring and supportive classroom where the students feel confident and curious is at the heart of everything I do.

My name is Ms. Angie and I joined The Goddard School in 2023 and enjoy being a floating teacher, where I get to connect with the children in every classroom. I am currently attending Montclair University to earn my bachelor's degree in education and supporting children as they learn, grow, and discover the world around them is my greatest joy!

My name is Ms. Zari and I am the assistant teacher in the Pre-School 2 classroom. I have been in the early childhood field for about 3 years and I enjoy interacting with the children and teaching them new things. I enjoy watching them experience new things and am thrilled to be a part of their day!

Hi! My name is Ms. Wendy and I am the Assistant Teacher in the Get Set classroom. I have experience with children ranging in ages from infants up to five years old and I enjoy watching the children blossom from infants into "big kids".

My name is Ms. Tiffany and I am the assistant teacher in the First Step classroom. Children are naturally curious and inquisitive and I enjoy being a part of their discovery on a daily basis. My son is a part of the Goddard School and appreciate first hand the importance of a great education and family participation and communication.