She emphasizes students developing more independence and self-help skills while increasing their confidence. While Ms. O has the textbook knowledge about children’s development, her wisdom comes from daily interactions with children and parents. She is a sounding board for parents and offers an empathetic and caring shoulder for them to lean on. She’s also an advocate for early intervention and has been successful in directing parents to seek services. Additionally, Ms. O is a child development associate (CDA) mentor and coach, helping teachers through the entire CDA process.

She is curious, enthusiastic, encouraging, supportive and communicative. She goes the extra mile to make sure the students in her care are given every opportunity to learn in a way that is meaningful and constructive to them. Her communication and collaboration with the parents as a team is top-notch. She gives parents all the feedback and tools they need to not only reinforce what the students are learning in School, but ways to help them overcome certain barriers or challenges. The foundation these students receive from Ms. Carolyn will set them up for success in the future, with a resounding interest in learning and discovery.

She truly believes in each child and their capabilities to learn. Ms. Michele uses music throughout each day as a way for children to learn and develop. Her daily reports are full of wonderful information, lots of pictures and laughs/puns, which the parents look forward to reading. Above all, Ms. Michele's greatest strength is her ability to get to know each of her students on a personal level and tailor their education. You can tell that Ms. Michele was born to be a preschool teacher.

She meticulously tailors lessons to each child's needs. No child gets left behind in her precious one-on-one sessions, which celebrate progress and build trust. Perhaps Ms. Tamia's most impactful quality is her commitment to collaboration. She understands that education is a shared journey, actively involving parents in the learning process. Regular communication, engaging parent-teacher conferences and even shared online platforms ensure consistency and support, creating a unified environment where every child thrives. Her ability to personalize learning, nurture individual potential and create a supportive community around each child makes her an exceptional educator and leader.

Ms. Stephanie designs activities for children in her classroom that encourage social and emotional development and introduces them to new learning experiences. When passing by the classroom, you will always see Stephanie sitting on the floor with the group — engaged in a song, investigating a sensory bottle, using encouraging words or reading a story. Miss Stephanie is an asset to the School! She is one of a kind and truly defines what it means to be a Goddard teacher.

She finds time every day to give each child her undivided attention. Ms. Kaitlyn creates a loving and nurturing environment that is fun and educational. She creates lesson plans that are engaging, challenging and hands-on, utilizing items that the children would find in nature and their environment. In addition to implementing Sign Language, Spanish and yoga in her classroom, she creates games that the children love to play to teach them math and language skills.

Ms. Pavi gives children more than an education; she provides them a positive and loving environment to grow and flourish. She stands out for her extraordinary empathy toward her students and her relentless pursuit of excellence in teaching. She creates a warm, inclusive classroom atmosphere that encourages students to thrive both academically and personally. Ms. Pavi's commitment to her job is reflected in her meticulous planning and the personalized attention she gives to each student's learning needs. Her ability to foster a love for learning has made a significant impact on her every single one of her students.

Ms. Amanda is loved by families for creating open lines of communication and is always willing to go the extra mile to make sure that the parent/teacher relationship is a positive one. Praises and concerns about the children are addressed in a professional, empathetic manner. Ms. Amanda's job duties extend beyond the classroom, and she embraces all of it with grace and is always asking if she could do more for her classroom or School.

She employs various teaching methods to ensure comprehension and engagement, fostering a love for learning among her students. Her nurturing approach to relationships creates a warm and inclusive environment where every student feels valued and supported. Her encouragement gives every child confidence to be their best self every day. She readily shares her expertise and guidance with fellow educators, fostering a collaborative environment. Her proactive interactions with parents ensures open communication and provides reassurance, consistently leaving families feeling confident that their children are in excellent hands.

Families say that as they pull up to the School, they hear children squealing and laughing and know it’s because Mr. Steven is outside playing one of his imaginative, active games. At the end of the day, no one wants to leave because they’re having too much fun playing with their friends or completing their class jobs. Before anyone does leave, Mr. Steven recounts the day with his contagious laughter. Families are in awe of how much their children learn, thanks to his engaging and interactive teaching methods.