Support for the Early Childhood Years
So You Can Focus on What Matters
About Me
Nicole Guerrero, M.Ed.
I’m a New York State certified educator in Early Childhood Education (Birth - Grade 2) and Teaching Students with Disabilities (Birth - Grade 2).
I have over 15 years of experience in school settings and working directly with families in homes. I've done it all in the field, from babysitting and nannying to being a lead teacher and Preschool Education Director. I even ran a successful multi-family "pod preschool" out of a house for the 2020-2021 school year! I also worked at Lovevery, chatting with parents daily with both general questions and ones related to disability support.
Parent partnerships are everything, and I now work as an Early Intervention Special Instructor (aka Developmental Therapist) and Certified Parent Coach. It involves working with parents, caregivers, and educators on strategies they can use to best support children's development — all during everyday routines and play.
Early childhood is a magical time, and I know firsthand how challenging it can be. I look forward to empowering educators, parents, and caregivers of little ones to move from frustration and overwhelm to connection and joy.
My Approach
As Dr. Maria Montessori wrote, “Play is the work of the child.”
I believe early childhood should be FUN! When we slow down and connect with our inner child, we can meet children where they are in their development and help them grow the necessary skills for the future.
Imagine being that authoritative, secure adult who is warm but also firm with loving boundaries. Children listen when you speak, and every day doesn’t feel like an uphill battle in survival mode.
Young children are wired for play. It’s how they learn about the world and connect with others. It helps them feel seen, safe, soothed, and secure. After all, no one’s freely singing, dancing, or laughing when their nervous system is activated!
In this digital age, it’s more important than ever to raise imaginative and problem-solving creators and leaders. I use play, playfulness, and mindful presence to build trusting relationships that lead to children safely exploring their curiosity and wonder with a sense of whimsy. What’s more joyful and magical than that?
Services
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1-hour Zooms on various topics you want to focus on. This is personalized with follow-up support (and without AI):
conscious and gentle parenting
“How do I play with my baby/toddler/child?”
understanding challenging behaviors as unmet needs
setting up routines
changing parenting habits/patterns
co-regulation
questions about types of childcare/preschool programs, different educational philosophies, nannies, and what fits your family best
food allergy and eczema resources and tips (from someone who’s been there firsthand)
and more
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(In-person in NYC)
Developmental Therapy/Special Instruction. I use play-based strategies and demonstrate how to maximize learning opportunities during everyday activities and routines. This is for children who are found ineligible for Early Intervention* or have aged out, but you still have concerns and challenges.
*Early Intervention (EI) is covered by insurance for ages 0-3 for children with developmental delays or diagnosed conditions after an evaluation.
For ages 3-5, services are coordinated by the Committee for Preschool Special Education (CPSE) in your district.
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Coming soon, workshops on topics relevant to ECEs:
effective and developmentally appropriate Circle Times
positive redirection and rephrasing inhibitory language
smoother transitions using songs
Follow Early Matters
Client Testimonials
Nicole is truly empathetic and emotionally connected to children — able to communicate with children in a way that they can relate to. She is organized — planning each day to ensure that it is full of enriching activities. She's a brilliant communicator — talented at sharing what's going on inside the school with parents and making them feel assured that their kids are getting the best education possible. She is creative — coming up with fun and unexpected ways to engage the children.
Nicole is incredibly easy to work with. She's very communicative and clear about her intentions. And she always follows through. She’ll be able to train all staff to be better teachers.
-Maya
Nicole is very intelligent, organized, and thorough. She approaches things through a solution-oriented lens. You will be inspired and challenged to be your best self. Her thoughtfulness opens many doors. She is magic for children, and anyone would be lucky to have her.
-Rupa
I have shared some of my fondest moments working with Nicole. Each day would provide challenges, and we always would end the day with smiles and laughs. Nicole is also professional and creative in her approaches. It is a joy to work with her.
-Dakota
Contact Me
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