Hi! I'm Mariah, the founder and director of The Philly Pad. Thank you for visiting. I created The Philly Pad in the summer of 2018 to be a place where kids could have fun and express themselves. I strive to show children how to be compassionate and empathetic friends, courageous explorers, and uninhibited dancers. I love introducing children to STEM concepts, leading experiments, teaching kids yoga, and most importantly talking about our "feelings." When I am not at The Philly Pad I am on my yoga mat, eating veggies or soaking up some sun.
Olivia Matinas First Mate of Freckles & Fun
Hi parents! My name is Olivia, and I am a proud team member of the Philly Pad. After having graduated with my bachelors in Early Childhood Education last year, I joined my friend Mariah at the Pad—and what a blast it has been! I absolutely love observing and encouraging the children’s social-emotional development, curiosity, imagination, and love of all things silly. I hope to always instill a love for reading and making connections, no matter how small. Besides turning the playground into a lunar landing site, I enjoy exploring the grocery store, taking ballet classes, and sipping a cappuccino from any number of Philadelphia cafes.
