Our Teachers

My name is Colin Maier, Son of Franchisees Carol and Jay Maier, and I am the On-Site owner of the Marshallton Goddard School. I am passionate about providing a setting that enhances children’s natural desire to learn, with a curriculum that challenges, stimulates and supports all aspects of their developmental growth. My passion for helping others develop, and learning from my parents’ experience, is why I chose to become a part of The Goddard School. Our school serves families in the West Chester, Downingtown, East Fallowfield and Romansville areas and we would love the opportunity to have your family become a part of our Goddard Marshallton/West Chester family!

I have been with The Goddard School since 2006. I love the families here at The Goddard School and have made lots of lifelong friends with students, teachers, and families. I have my degree in Elementary Education from Kutztown University. In my free time I love to cook and clean and I look forward to doing lots of travel. I find teaching very rewarding and the children have taught me to be flexible. My hope for your child this year is that they will learn, laugh and grow.

I joined the Goddard School Marshallton as an infant teacher in September of 2023. I have been working with infants since 2009. From these experiences, I have learned that young children need a lot of nurturing and patience from their teachers in order for them to thrive. Teaching and caring for children is a passion of mine because it gives me so much joy and fulfillment knowing that at the end of the day I have been a part of their growth and development. I love to read to my students. My favorite book to share with young children is, “Brown Bear, Brown Bear” by Eric Carle. In my free time I love to cook, do puzzles, and read.

I have been with Goddard since February 2023. I have been working with children for over 20 years! Making my students feel safe and loved is my top priority. I enjoy reading books and singing songs with my students. I believe that positive and constant communication with both the student and parent is key when working with young children. In my free time I enjoy spending time with my family.

I have been with The Goddard School in Marshallton since March of 2024. I have worked with children for many years. From my teaching experiences, I have learned that all children have their own way of learning new things and to therefore always be patient. I am passionate about teaching because I love to work with children by exploring new, fun and engaging ways for them to learn and grow. My favorite educational activities to do with children are flash cards and sensory bins. My favorite books to read to children are, “I Love You To The Moon And Back", and “Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See? “. In my free time, I like to spend time with my dog (Duke), enjoy nature, listen to music, and spend quality time with my friends and family. A fun fact about me is that I love to cook and color. My favorite quote is, “You can’t go back and change the beginning, but you can start where you are and change the ending.“ -C.S Lewis.

I started with Goddard in the spring of 2024. Working in the early childhood education field has taught me that patience and understanding are the keys to a successful classroom. Additionally, in order for children to get the most out of their preschool experience, they must have exciting and engaging activities every day! My favorite activities to do in the classroom are reading, exploring nature, and singing and dancing with my students.

I have been with Goddard since November of 2020. My teaching experiences have taught me that an effective teacher is patient and treats their students with kindness and respect. I love to be a part of children learning, exploring, and reaching new milestones. I am currently working on my degree at Delaware County Community College. My future professional goal is to obtain my bachelor's degree in early childhood education. One of my favorite books to read to children is, "If You Give A Mouse A Cookie". During my spare time I like to spend time with my family at the beach and hang out with my puppy Sullivan. A favorite quote of mine is, "Sometimes the smallest things take up the most room in your heart".

I have been with Goddard since the summer of 2021. I have been working with children for 12 years. From my teaching experiences I have learned that every child learns in their own unique way and at their own individual pace. I love to do creative art activities and get messy with my students! My favorite children's books are "If You Give A Mouse A Cookie" and "Diary Of A Worm". In my spare time I like to go biking, walking, play cards, and hang out with my bulldog (Pippa) and my friends. A favorite quote of mine is, "Play is the highest form of learning." -Albert Einstein

I have been with Goddard since January of 2022. I have a bachelor's degree in writing composition and 5 years experience working with children. My favorite educational activity to do with children is read. I love to read the book, "Wendel The Narwhal" to my students. In my free time I like to read, write/journal, and spend time with loved ones. A fun fact about me is that I grew up in the Philippines! A favorite quote of mine is, "Words are, in my not so humbled opinion, our most inexhaustible source of magic, capable of both inflecting injury and remedying it" -Albus Dumbledore

I have been with The Goddard School in Marshallton since October of 2023. I have been working with children since 2017. From my teaching experiences I have learned that each child has their own unique personality. I have also learned that patience and consistency are the key to success in early childhood education. Art is my favorite activity to do with my students. My favorite book to read with children is, "If You Give A Mouse A Cookie". In my free time, I enjoy creating memories with friends and family. My favorite activities are baking and going to the beach!

I have been with Goddard since May of 2023. I started out as a part time assistant teacher. I loved working with children so much that I decided to become full time after I graduated from West Chester University with my bachelor's degree in May of 2024. My hopes for your child in my classroom are that they feel safe, loved, and happy while learning every day! I love to read books and do hands on sensory activities with my students. I look forward to being a part of your child's early childhood education experience at Goddard!

I have a Child Development Associate Credential and have been with The Goddard School since 2004. I love the nurturing caring environment and curriculum we have here at The Goddard School. I have two loving children Aidan and Mia. They bring me so much joy and help me appreciate the wonders of childhood. In the future I hope to continue my education to obtain a degree in Early Childhood Education. My hope for every child in my classroom is that they feel loved. I look forward to watching them grow and seeing their smiling faces.

I started at the Goddard School in Marshallton in September of 2021. I have my degree in English Literature from the University of Scranton, and I worked for 10 years in the library field. I have worked with children for over 6 years. My favorite books to read with my students are “The Very Lonely Firefly” and “The Day the Crayons Quit.” I love watching children grow in confidence as they develop their abilities and discover the world around them. A favorite quote of mine is “Not all those who wander are lost” from J.R.R. Tolkien.

I have been with Goddard since June of 2024. I love watching children learn and grow. I have a bachelor's degree in individualized studies. I enjoy spending time with my children, reading and writing poetry. I am excited to learn the personalities of the children in my care as the year go by.

I started with Goddard in the summer of 2024. I have 2 years of prior experience working with children. From my experiences, I have learned how to understand the root behind child behaviors and effectively help them communicate and understand their feelings in addition to regulating their emotions. I love to watch children is "Goodnight Moon."