Our Teachers

Miss Wendy is the Owner of The Goddard School in North Bellmore, NY. She previously worked for 20 years for companies like Nicole Miller, Estee Lauder and Liz Claiborne before deciding to purchase a Goddard School in Newtown, PA and begin her work in Early Childhood Education in 2002. When she isn't taking care of our school, overseeing faculty, or looking after the children and students, she enjoys spending time with her own family and wonderful daughter who is a Goddard graduate. Miss Wendy is proud to be a part of The Goddard School where she can provide a safe and secure environment for children to begin the process of becoming lifelong learners.

* Anniversary: August 2022 * Master's Degree in General/Special Education Birth through Grade 2 * Loves watching children's imagination, creativity and learning unfold.. * Enjoys hiking, spending time with family and going to the beach. * Favorite Children's Book: "The Wonderful Things You Will Be" by Emily Winfield Martin

* Anniversary: May 2022 * Bachelor's Degree in Philology and Master's Degree in Literature * Loves and admires the endless energy, honesty, creativity, flexibility and resilience children possess. * Enjoys sports, watching films and reading. * Favorite Children's Book: "The Little Prince" by Antoine de Saint-Exupery

* Anniversary: February 2024 * Master of Arts in Child Development and Bachelor of Arts in Psychology * Loves seeing the looks of pride/amazement when children try something new or accomplish something independently. * Enjoys reading, writing, and playing The Sims. * Favorite Children's Book: "Goodnight Moon" by Margaret Wise Brown

* Anniversary: December 2022 * Bachelor's in Spanish Language, Literature and Culture * Likes watching them smile and participate in art projects. * Enjoys going to the beach and spending time with her family. * Favorite Children's Book: "The Very Hungry Caterpillar" by Eric Carle

* Anniversary: October 2024 * Human Services Associate's Degree * Loves that she can learn from the children * Enjoys exercising and watching movies * Favorite Children's Book: "Green Eggs and Ham" by Dr. Seuss

* Anniversary: March 2022 * Associate's Degree in Business Administration - Education degree ongoing * Loves knowing that children are learning something new. The joy and happiness on their faces is priceless. * Enjoys watching suspense movies. * Favorite Children's Book: "The Cat in the Hat" by Dr. Seuss

* Anniversary: September 2024 * Starting college in 2025: Majoring in ECE * Loves being able to put a smile on a child's face. * Enjoys golfing. * Favorite Children's Book: "Bad Kitty" by Nick Bruel

* Anniversary: March 2023 * Enrolling in Child Development Associate's Program * Loves creating a positive learning environment for children to learn and grow. * Enjoys reading and watching Disney movies. * Favorite Children's Book: "Splat the Cat" by Rob Scotton

* Anniversary: June 2024 * Bachelor's Degree in Psychology * Loves how creative and imaginative children are. * Enjoys singing, making music, going on walks and spending time with family and friends. * Favorite Children's Book: "Chrysanthemum" by Kevin Henkes

* Anniversary: October 2022 * Undergraduate Certificate in Early Childhood Education * Loves watching children use their imaginations. * Enjoys spending time with her family. * Favorite Children's Book: Amelia Bedelia books by Peggy Parish

* Anniversary: August 2024 * Major in Education and Math * Loves the excitement children have to learn. * Enjoys cooking. * Favorite Children's Book: "Goodnight Moon" by Harper Collins

* Anniversary: December 2023 * Degree in Early Childhood Administration in Progress * Likes seeing children accomplish new things. * Enjoys listening to music. * Favorite Children's Book: "Fifteen Animals" by Sandra Boynton

* Anniversary: November 2023 * Some College * Feels working with children is heartwarming. * Enjoys art, music, nature and spending time with family and friends. * Favorite Children's Book: "The Five Little Ducks" by Pamela Paperone

* Anniversary: August 2021 * Bachelor's in Elementary Education * Likes seeing a child's face light up when they learn something new or tackle a difficult concept. * Enjoys reading, bike riding and spending time with family and friends. * Favorite Children's Book: "The Very Hungry Caterpillar" by Eric Carle

* Anniversary: May 2023 * Child Development Associate's Degree * Loves reading to children and teaching them new things. * Enjoys spending time with family, going to the beach, reading and crafts. * Favorite Children's Book: "Love You Forever" by Robert Munsch

* Anniversary: February 2024 * Associate's Degree * Loves watching children grow and making a difference. * Enjoys baking, reading and listening to music. * Favorite Children's Book: "Chicka Chicka Boom Boom" by Bill Martin Jr.

* Anniversary: August 2021 * Child Development Associate's Degree * Loves when a child's "light bulb" goes off, when they finally understand something or achieve a certain skill or goal. * Enjoys watching boxing and hockey, relaxing, swimming and going to the beach. * Favorite Children's Book: "No David" by David Shannon

* Anniversary: November 2022 * Associate's Degree in Liberal Arts. * Loves watching children process everything new while exploring, laughing and smiling.. * Enjoys spending time with family. * Favorite Children's Book: "The Goodnight Train" by June Sobel

* Anniversary: August 2022 * Child Development Associate's Degree * Loves how happy children make her, she loves teaching. * Enjoys cooking, reading, gardening and decorating. * Favorite Children's Book: "The Very Hungry Caterpillar" by Eric Carle

* Anniversary: August 2022 * Dental Assistant Certified * Loves a child's curiosity, creativity and eagerness to learn. * Enjoys walking, reading and self-care. * Favorite Children's Book: "The Wonderful Things You Will Be" by Emily Winfield Martin

Anniversary: August 2024 * Bachelor's Degree in English, Writing and Minor in Elementary Education * Likes how fun children are to be around. * Favorite Children's Book: The Runaway Bunny by Margaret Wise Brown

* Anniversary: October 2022 * Currently Attending Hofstra University. * Loves creating bonds and watching children grow through exploration. * Enjoys reading, spending time with family and taking walks. * Favorite Children's Book: "The Very Hungry Caterpillar" by Eric Carle

* Anniversary: September 2021 * Masters in Common Branches/Special Education * Loves watching children sing, dance and create. * Enjoys gardening, reading, dancing and creating. * Favorite Children's Book: "The Rainbow Fish" by Marcus Pfister

* Anniversary: November 2022 * Nursing Assistant Certificate * Loves how rewarding it is to work with children. * Enjoys spending time with family and friends, walking and shopping. * Favorite Children's Book: "The Very Hungry Caterpillar" by Eric Carle

* Anniversary: May 2023 * High School Diploma * Loves the willingness to learn and grow with each other. * Enjoys going to the gym and working on self-improvement. * Favorite Children's Book: "The Very Hungry Caterpillar" by Eric Carle

* Anniversary: September 2024 * Major in Radiology at Long Island University * Loves to create a bond with each child. * Enjoys going to the gym. * Favorite Children's Book: "Cat in the Hat" by Dr. Seuss

* Anniversary: May 2022 * Art Education Degree in progress * Loves working on a project wtih children and seeing their creativity shine through. * Enjoys painting, sculpture and discovering new types of music. * Favorite Children's Book: "The Giving Tree" by Shel Silverstein

* Anniversary: January 2024 * High School Graduate * Loves watching children learn and grow. * Enjoys spending time with friends. * Favorite Children's Book: "The Very Hungry Caterpillar" by Eric Carle