Meet Our Teachers
Our expert childcare, child development and early parenting team is here to support you and your little one’s growth and success. Get to know our teachers below.
Cecilia Matson, MA
Child Development and Parenting Expert
Director/Lead Teacher, Morning Program
Cecilia is Galoop’s co-founder, Director, and lead instructor, bringing over 28 years of experience in early childhood development and parent support. Originally from Argentina, she studied clinical psychology in Buenos Aires and earned her Master’s in Child Development at Tufts University. Her work spans roles at the Elliott Pearson Children’s School, Northwestern Memorial Hospital, The Brazelton Institute at Boston Children’s Hospital, and Isis Parenting, where she helped develop its renowned curriculum.
Cecilia opened Galoop in 2014, relaunching it in Chestnut Hill in 2018, with a mission to create a nurturing, supportive community for families. She lives in Brookline, MA, with her husband, Eric. Both of their daughters, now in their 20s, have taught at Galoop’s summer camp, inspiring Cecilia’s ongoing dedication to building strong family connections and supporting early development.
Rebecca Giat Koshinen
Lead Teacher, Morning Program
Rebecca Giat Koskinen has been dedicated to child development and parent education since earning her Master’s degree in Child Life from Wheelock College in 2009. As a lead instructor at a well-known parenting center, she focused on building community and fostering connections among caregivers and their young children. Clinically trained as a Child Life Specialist, Rebecca understands the importance of parent support and believes in creating a group environment that benefits both adults and children alike.
As a mom of two girls, Rebecca is constantly reminded of the joys and challenges of raising children and is passionate about helping other parents navigate these experiences.
Alicia Bouchier
Lead Teacher, Baby Spot
Alicia is a passionate educator with a master’s degree in secondary education and a mother of two young children. Her fascination with early childhood development grew from watching her own children’s daily growth, inspiring her to shift her focus from secondary education to early childhood. Alicia first joined Galoop as a parent, where she experienced firsthand the positive impact of its unique approach. Now as an instructor, she is deeply committed to fostering the same supportive, enriching experience for other families. Alicia loves being part of a process that expands a baby’s world, as they bring home new songs, language, signs, and ways of interacting to share with family. Her practice centers on respect for the child, creating a nurturing environment where babies and caregivers explore together through play, music, and gentle guidance.
Student Teachers From Boston College
Every year, Galoop hosts student teachers from Boston College studying education and applied psychology. These students bring enthusiasm and a fresh perspective as they support our team and gain hands-on experience working with young children. Their involvement contributes to the warm and supportive environment we provide for our families!
Summer Camp Teachers
Elisa and Sofia Matson, Cecilia’s daughters, bring energy, dedication, and a genuine love for working with young children to Galoop’s Summer Camp! Elisa graduated from Hamilton College with a double major in psychology and Spanish and now teaches English at an elementary school in Spain. Sofia, a marine biology major, will graduate from UCSD in June 2025. Both have a natural ability to connect with young children and have been an integral part of Galoop’s Summer Camp, teaching alongside Cecilia and other wonderful student teachers for the past several summers.