Founder & Educator-in-Chief
Thaty Oliveira
MEd, MM, CEEL, CNPE, CBE, PPD, ANCS
2022 INA Nanny of the Year. Harvard-certified educator. BBC and New York Times-featured advocate. Born in Brazil, fluent in four languages, and rooted in a deep belief that great care is a universal language.
Her Story
From Brazil, to Boston — and Beyond
Rooted in Passion
Thaty's journey began in Brazil, fueled by an innate love for early childhood development and an unshakeable belief that the care a child receives in their earliest years shapes the rest of their life. Driven by a desire to deepen her impact, she brought her dedication across borders to Boston, immersion-learning the intricacies of the high-net-worth American estate and domestic service industries from the ground up.
Elevating the Industry
In Boston and beyond, Thaty's hands-on excellence rapidly set a new benchmark for what elite childcare could look like. Her unwavering dedication to families and fierce advocacy for domestic workers culminated in her being honored as the 2022 International Nanny Association (INA) Nanny of the Year. She stepped into vital industry leadership roles, serving on the boards of both the INA and the National Domestic Workers Alliance (NDWA) to champion professional standards and equity.
The Pacific Northwest & Raising Sisu
Seeking a more intentional lifestyle away from the frantic pace of the city, Thaty made a bold move from Boston to the serene landscape of the Olympic Peninsula. Surrounded by nature, she found the space to be even more thoughtful, grounded, and deliberate in her work. It was here that she founded Raising Sisu — bringing all of her accumulated wisdom, academic foundations, and deep industry experience together into one harmonious vision.
A Legacy of Inclusivity
As a sought-after speaker, professional consultant, and educator, she has built a groundbreaking, NCSA-approved Newborn Care Specialist training program that actively deconstructs language barriers for highly qualified, non-native English speakers. From supporting high-profile families as a premier full-spectrum doula to launching international training initiatives, Thaty's legacy is one of boundless inclusivity, systemic industry evolution, and an enduring commitment to empowering the entire village.
"An educator at heart, with vast and rich experiences, Thaty has developed a proven blueprint for child-rearing success — and she has dedicated her life to sharing it with the world."
Education & Credentials
A Lifetime of Learning
Academic Degrees
Master of Education
ESL & Early Childhood
Master of Management
Human Leadership & Organizational Dynamics
Certificate in Early Education Leadership
Zaentz Academy, Harvard Graduate School of Education
Multidisciplinary Studies
Early Childhood Education
Certifications & Training
Certified New Parent Educator (CNPE)
CAPPA
Happiest Baby on the Block — Certified Educator
Happiest Baby
Master Certified Parent and Family Coach
ICF
Newborn Care Specialist & Full-Spectrum Doula
ANCS / DONA
Certified Mediator & Mediator Coach
First National Domestic Worker/Employer Mediation Project
Recognition
Awards & Honors
Writing Motherhood Scholarship Award
GrubStreet
Most Influential Business Women Award
Acquisition International
Building a Lasting Legacy — Jearlean E. Daniels Award
NAEYC
Pat Xavier Advocacy Award
BAEYC
Notáveis USA Outstanding Community Service Award
Brazilian Community Heritage Foundation
Matahari Community Fellows Leadership Program
Women's Pipeline for Change — MassVOTE
Core Beliefs
The Philosophy Behind the Work
Our Vision
To elevate the standards of global domestic care by equipping both families and caregivers with evidence-based education, transforming modern childcare into a professional, respectful, and deeply supportive partnership.
Our Mission
A world where high-level, inclusive care education is accessible without borders or language barriers; where domestic workers are celebrated as essential professionals, and parents are fully empowered with the confidence and research-backed tools to thrive.
Nature AND Nurture Together
Raising Sisu is built on the integration of both nature and nurture from the very start. Not one or the other — both, working together.
The First 3 Years Are Everything
Thaty's work focuses not just on the first 3 months, but on the first 3 years of life — where the foundations of a child's full potential are truly laid.
Parents & Caregivers as Partners
Families thrive when parents and caregivers are equipped, supported, and working from the same playbook. Thaty builds that bridge.
Excellence Is the Standard
Every child deserves world-class care. Every caregiver deserves world-class training. Thaty holds both to the same high bar.
Languages & Cultural Fluency
Care Without Borders
Thaty's Brazilian roots and multilingual fluency are not just personal assets — they are professional superpowers. The ability to connect across cultures and languages transforms the quality of care.
English
Primary working language
Português
Native — Brazilian Portuguese
Español
Fluent
Français
Conversational
Culturally Responsive Care
Every family carries its own cultural blueprint. Thaty adapts her approach to honor each family's values, traditions, and communication style — never imposing a one-size-fits-all model.
Immigrant & Multilingual Families
As a Brazilian immigrant herself, Thaty has a deep, personal understanding of the challenges multilingual and multicultural families navigate — and the extraordinary strengths they bring.
Global Training Reach
Her programs and consulting work reach families and caregivers across the US, Brazil, and beyond — because great care is a universal language, and Thaty speaks it fluently.
Ready to Work With Thaty?
Whether you are a family, a caregiver, or an organization — Thaty is ready to help you reach the next level.