The Goddard School of Lexington

Bios

• Miss Yang

  Yang Shu is the onsite owner of The Goddard School in Lexington, MA. Yang dreamed of opening a preschool for nearly a decade. When their two-year-old daughter, Nicole, was born, she and her husband, Shuo, were even more determined to find a way to fulfill their dream and give back to the community. Before opening the preschool, Yang worked in the United Arab Emirates as an assistant manager for a construction machinery company, and in Kenya for a tour and travel agency. Because of her experiences working in different countries and opening a preschool in a culturally diverse area, Yang said she wants her students to share their cultures with one another and wants to share her worldly experiences through multi-cultural programs at the Goddard School of Lexington.

• Miss Jenny

  Miss Jenny joined The Goddard School in March of 2019. She holds her certification in Infant, Toddlers, Preschool and is Director qualified. She has been working in childcare since 2011 and is the Director here at the Goddard School. With her degree in Early Childhood Education, she works towards continuing her growth and learning as an educator, as this is an ever-changing field. She loves working with young children because it gives her the chance to see their spark of curiosity as they explore the world. Jenny also enjoys partnering with parents to work in the best interest of each child. As the Director, she strives to assist each teacher in the growth and development of their own teaching styles.

• Miss Caitlyn

  Miss Caitlyn joined The Goddard School in 2024. She has been working in the field since 2006 and holds her degree in Early Childhood Education. With her years of experience with children and families, she hold her certifications in Infants through PreK and carries her Director Qualifications. She loves to foster the children’s love for learning and watching them grow through the stages of development. When she is not working, she loves to travel and spend time with her family! Miss. Caitlyn looks forward to continuing to create strong loving relationships with all of the children, families, and staff as she continues her journey with our school.

• Miss Ailani

  Miss Ailani joined The Goddard School in October of 2023. She holds her certificate in Infants, Toddlers and Preschool. She has a warm and tender way with our littlest children as well as a gentle way with our older children.

• Miss Ashley

  Ashley joined The Goddard School in September of 2024. She holds her certification for Infants, Toddlers, and Preschool from Early Education and Care. Ashley has taken classes at both Mass Bay Community College and Fisher College where she studied Human Services, Spanish and Early Childhood Education. She has cared for children since 2011 in various settings. Ashley loves teaching because she endjoys building relationships with children. She enjoys partnering with parents to work in the best interest of each child.

• Mr Brian

  Mr. Brian joined the Goddard School when it opened in September of 2018 and has been working in childcare since 1999. He has his certification in Infants, Toddlers and Preschool. Brian is part of Dragons Love Tacos Toddler teaching team. He is currently a student at Southern New Hampshire University, and is working towards his Bachelor's in Human Services. When he is not teaching Brian loves spending his time volunteering at an animal shelter and collecting comic books. Brian loves helping the children learn and explore through play and bringing nature into the classroom. His favorite children's book is "If you Give a Moose a Muffin."

• Miss Bridget

  Miss Bridget joined The Goddard School in August of 2023. She holds her certification in Infants, Toddlers and Preschool. Bridget is part of the Twinkle Twinkle Little Star teaching team. She has taught and guided children ages Infants through Preschool since 2018. She graduated from Stonehill College with a Bachelor of Arts in Health Science and a minor in Psychology and Health Care Administration. Bridget loves being a part of building confidence and security in the development of children. She helps to create a warm and loving learning environment for each child to grow and thrive.

• Miss Courtney

  Miss Courtney joined The Goddard School as an intern through the Minuteman Vocational Co-op Program in December 2021. She holds her certification in Infants, Toddlers and Preschool. Courtney is a nature and science lover, and likes to travel. She has a gentle way with children of all ages which lends itself to help children feel confident in a learning environment.

• Miss Ella

  Miss Ella joined The Goddard School in May of 2023. She holds her certification in Infants, Toddlers and Preschool. She attends Coastal Carolina University and is pursuing a degree in Elementary Education. Her hobbies include cooking, reading, and playing board games with family and friends. She enjoys working with children because they never fail to make her smile. That simple joy makes Ella excited to start her own family in the future. Ella has a passion for working with children of all ages and is confident in her growth as a support teacher.

• Miss Emma

  Miss Emma joined The Goddard School in November of 2021 through the Minuteman Vocational Program. She holds her certification in Infants, Toddlers and Preschool. Emma has worked in all of our classrooms but has an affection for the littlest of our children in the Infant and Toddler classrooms. She has a bright and fun personality that creates a wonderful learning environment for children of all ages!

• Miss Faith

  Miss Faith joined The Goddard School in May of 2023. She holds her certification in Infants, Toddlers and Preschool. Faith attends Keene State College and is pursuing a degree in Dance. Her hobbies include dancing, working out, and going for walks. She enjoys working with children because she wants to help make their days better. Faith has a passion for education and to grow and develop as a support teacher.

• Miss Gabrielle

  Miss Gabrielle and her mighty toddler came to us having taught in both Massachusetts and Florida! With lots of experience creating and implementing curriculum for toddlers and twos she is the perfect fit for our biggest classroom team, the Dragons Love Tacos bridge class.

• Mr Henry

  Mr. Henry graduated from the University of Vermont with a Bachelor's in European History. Henry enjoys teaching because he is able to encourage children to express themselves and engage in positive ways. His gentle demeanor and positive interactions help the children feel comfortable in their environment and allow them to thrive in their development.

• Miss Indira

  Miss Indira joined The Goddard School in January of 2024. She holds her certificate in Infants, Toddlers and Preschool. She has a warm and loving way with the littlest of our children, which lends itself to her role as a support staff member. In her spare time, she likes to take walks with her dog, travel, and shop.

• Miss Isabelle

  Miss Isabelle started with The Goddard School in July 2021! She holds her certification in Infants, Toddlers, and Preschool. She started as a center support and has found comfort in working as part of the Barnyard Dance preschool teaching team. She helps build and implement a purposeful curriculum for her age group and guides the children through each activity. Isabelle is a fun and caring teacher who enjoys watching the children learn and discover new things every day.

• Mr Jacob

  Mr. Jacob joined the Goddard School in May of 2022. He holds his certification in Infants, Toddlers and Preschool. Jacob speaks English and knows a little bit of Spanish. When he is not teaching he enjoys video and board games, playing piano, and playing with his cat Neko! Jacob loves teaching because every day he gets to share learning experiences with his students and see how they uniquely approach new situations. He aims to form partnerships with parents to best be able to teach and care for each child.

• Miss Jaime

  Miss Jaime joined the Goddard School in November of 2024. With her many years of experience, she is certified in Infant, Toddlers and Preschool. Jaime has taken her Early Educations classes at Mass Bay Community College. She has been in the field since 2004. Jaime helps children develop emotional awareness, healthy communication and independence while being playful and having fun. She enjoys crafting, cooking, and enjoying time with her family.

• Miss Juana

  Miss. Juana joined The Goddard School in July of 2023. She holds her certificate in Infants, Toddlers, and Preschool. Juana supports the developmental growth of the children in her care through a well-rounded curriculum, and supports their growth through her kind and caring engagements. As Juana works on furthering her education in this field, she will continue to create a warm and welcoming environment for her children to grow and thrive in.

• Miss Karin

  Miss Karin joined The Goddard School when it opened in September of 2018 as the lead teacher in the Infant program. She holds a lead teacher certificate in Infants, Toddlers, Preschool as well as Director certificate. She has a Bachelors of Science in Elementary Education from Keuka College. Karin has been in the field of Early Childhood Education since 1993. When she is not working she loves spending time with her family and going to her beach house in New Jersey. She has worked with children of all ages from the little ones to the big ones. Her passion is creating a warm and nurturing environment where our youngest children can thrive and grow. Her favorite children’s books are “Owl Babies” and “The Big Red Barn.”

• Miss Kenia

  Miss Kenia joined The Goddard School in September of 2023 where she bacame a teacher in our Toddler program. In Spetember of 2024 Kenia will move with her class to Dragons Love Tacos 2 Toddler classroom. She holds her certification in Infants, Toddlers and Preschool. She attended Intercontinental University and received her Bachelors Degree in Psychology. Her kind and caring personality helps to develop a warm and loving learning environment for her children to grow in. Kenia's gentle approach allows the children to feel safe and secure while in her care. As she implements a well-rounded curriculum, she assists children in exploring their environment and reaching their developmental milestones.

• Miss Lexi

  Miss Lexi joined The Goddard School in 2024! With her 8 years of experience in Early Childhood Education, she is certified to work with Infants and Toddlers. She also has experience with Mental Health services and carries her degree in Psychology. Miss. Lexi loves teaching because she enjoys helping children develop emotional awareness, healthy communication, and independence while being playful and having fun together.

• Miss Mackenzie

  Miss. Mackenzie recently became certified in infants, toddlers, and preschool through Minuteman High Schools early education program! Currently, she is advancing her education at Simmons University, pursuing her Nurse Practitioner License! She enjoys being able to connect with children and create a safe, loving environment where kids feel secure and valued.

• Miss Mallika

  Miss Mallika Joined the Goddard School in July of 2022. She holds her certification in Infants, Toddlers, and Preschool. She has joined the teaching team in Harold and the Purple Crayon in January of 2025. She looks forward to helping to implement a well structured curriculum. Her calm and happy demeanor helps make the children and families feel at ease while they are in her care.

• Miss Michaela

  Miss Michaela has been in the education field since 2013 and joined The Goddard School of Lexington in 2018. She graduated from Bridgewater State University in 2018 with a Bachelor's of Science in Early Childhood Education and Psychology. When Michaela is not teaching, she loves to sing and cook. She loves helping children explore their world and discover their strengths. Michaela's favorite children's book is "Hey! That's my Monster!."

• Miss Nicole

  Miss Nicole joined The Goddard School in Augu st of 2019. She holds her certification in Infants, Toddlers, and Preschool. She enjoys using her creative side to engage in all different art projects in her class. Nicole loves working with children because every day is a new adventure to help them grow and learn. She also has PharmD from MCPHS University and is a registered pharmacist. When she is not working she can usually be found reading or crafting with her husband and cat.

• Miss Nikki

  Miss Nikki has been working with children since 2017. She graduated from UMass Amherst with a Bachelor's Degree in English and a Minor in Education. In the future, Ms. Nikki hopes to pursue a Masters Degree in Secondary Education. Her favorite children's book is "Not Your Typical Dragon" by Dan Bar-el.

• Mr Noah

  After enjoying working in a toddler program and then a preschool program elsewhere, Noah came to us to work through both age groups in our bridge room! He brings with him a love of children's literature, an enthusiasm for art, and his own sweet toddler.

• Miss Rachel

  Miss Rachel joined the Goddard School in February of 2023. She holds her certification in Infants, Toddlers and Preschool. She is a recent graduate of the University of Massachusetts Boston with a Bachelors in History. She is new to the Early Childhood Education field and has quickly molded into a wonderful and kind hearted teacher. She provides support for the teachers as they create an environment that is loving and engaging for all children to learn in.

• Miss Sarah

  Miss Sarah joined The Goddard Family in October of 2019. She holds her certification in Infants, Toddlers and Preschool. Sarah is a part of the Harold and the Purple Crayon Toddler teaching team. Sarah has an Associates Degree in Early Education and a Bachelors Degree of Science in Education. Her hobbies are listening to music and reading.

• Miss Shaniely

  Miss Shaniely is a certified Infant and Toddler Teacher who has been teacher since 2018. She is currently attending Bridgewater State University and is majoring in Social Work with a minor in Criminal Justice. Ms. Shaniely is fluent in Spanish and loves to share her language with her students. "Todos pueden hacer diferencia!"

• Miss Shannon

  Miss Shannon joined The Goddard School in December of 2024. She has been caring for children since 2010. Shannon is licensed by the State of Massachusetts Early Education and Care with Infant, Toddler and PreSchool endorsements. She enjoys time with family and friends. Shannon loves teaching because of the reward of seeing the children learn and grow in different ways. She enjoys partnering with parents to work in the best interest of each child.

• Abigail

  Miss Abigail joined The Goddard School in February of 2024. She is a recent graduate of Waltham High School. Abby's personality lends itself to helping children of all ages thrive, learn and grow in our school setting. In her spare time, she takes dance class and spends time with her family and friends. She is a natural fit as a support staff member.

• Miss Anshul

  Miss Anshul joined The Goddard School in November of 2024. She holds her Bachelor of Education, Bachelor of Arts and Master of Arts from Kurukshetra University in India. Anshul is a natural fit in a supporting role for the teachers and children in PreSchool and Pre-K. She is commited to every child's social and developmental growth, in the learning style of each child.

• Miss Caitlin

  Miss Caitlin joined The Goddard School in September of 2023. She is a recent graduate Lexington Public High School. When she is not working with children, Caitlin enjoys working out and spending time with her friends. She has a passion for learning and working to grow and develop as a support teacher.

• Miss Ella

  Miss Ella joined the Goddard School as part of the Early Childhood Education program through Minuteman Vocational Highschool where she has had the opportunity to work on site and gain experience while attending school. During her time here, she has used her knowledge of young children to engage with many different age groups and create a fun and loving learning experience for every age!

• Miss Ellison

  Miss Ellie joined The Goddard School in July 2021. She has worked in all of our classrooms and enjoys the uniqueness of each age group. She helps each classroom engage in afternoon lesson and participate in playground exploration. Ellie has a bright and fun personality that helps each classroom thrive in their learning experiences.

• Miss Katie

  Miss Katie joined The Goddard School in August of 2024. She graduated from Waltham High School in 2024. Katie is a Certified Nursing Assistant and is currently attends Catherine Hinds Institute of Esthics. She feels children deserve an environment where they can thrive through play, imagination and gentle guidance.

• Miss Kayla

  Miss Kayla joined The Goddard School in January of 2024. She is a recent graduate of Waltham High School and has been accepted to The University of Rhode Island. Kayla has a gentle demeanor which lends itself to caring for children of all ages. She can often be found on the floor engaging with the children in play.

• Miss Mattie

  Miss Mattie joined the Goddard School in August of 2021. She recently became Infant, Toddler and Preschool teacher qualified. Mattie is a teacher in The Rainbow Fish Infant room. She has helped out in most of our classrooms but she has a passion for Infants. Her creativity is evident as seen in the activities and experiences she shares with the children in her classroom. Since she joined our school, she has been a wonderful support system for every classroom. Her care and compassion for the children shows through each and every day.

• Miss Zinnat

  Miss. Zinnat graduated from the University of Dhaka with her Masters in Science, Food, and Nutrition. She joined the Goddard School in 2023 as a center support teacher. Zinnat engages with many different age groups and encourages them to happily engage in activities and create positive relationships with peers.