Our Teachers

Mary has been working with children for about thirty years. Six years ago, she joined Goddard as the founding Director in Millburn. Mary served children in Charter Schools for nineteen years. She has led academic success in schools as an Executive Director, Chief Academic Officer, Director of Curriculum and Instruction, Director of Professional Development & Principal. Throughout the years, Mary has provided professional development for principals and teachers on the use of research-based instructional practices, bilingual & dual language instruction, data analysis to increase student achievement, curriculum planning and behavior management, and other topics that impact teaching, learning and school operations. As a mother, grandmother and educator, she believes young children need a safe and nurturing environment that allows them to explore and learn through fun experiences that honors their individual needs and preferences while focusing on their natural sense of wonder.

Laura is a graduate of Columbia University’s Teachers College and The Pingry School where also she taught English, leadership, and mindfulness for ten years, Laura's vision is that "the classroom should simultaneously prepare our children for the world and make the world better." To serve this mission, in Millburn and Maplewood Goddard Schools, “we help our children become strong, empathetic communicators who thrive in diverse communities.” While many may overlook the importance of the first five years, Laura understands that this is the critical time when we establish the foundation and trajectory of a person’s whole life. In fact, "moment for moment there is no bigger impact we can make on a person's life, and the world, than the first few years" says Laura. "Goddard Millburn is not just a daycare, we are a school that seeks to transform the world, one child at a time." Laura is the mother of five young daughters and cares for all children as her own.

As School Director, Kristin has been working with children over the last 6 years of her carrier. She brings experience of serving as a director of a school that specialized in the teaching of the arts. She taught a variety of ages and aimed to build connections with each of her students to cultivate their individuality and curiosity to enable them to reach their full potential. She serves her school as a positive, nurturing and encouraging leader. Kristin believes every child deserves a safe and inspiring space to learn to build a love for learning and a successful future. She finds Goddard Schools provides children with a fun environment that exposes children to intentional engaging activities and learning. She feels Goddard School is a special place to work because of the caring families and staff.