Our Teachers

Ms Alpa has bachelor’s in Health and Science. She worked in Health Care Industry for ten years before successfully opening and running multiple Businesses. Raising two boys who attended the Goddard School, she learned about program and felt immediate connection to the Goddard philosophy of fostering the love of learning while providing a safe, nurturing environment for children. Her goal is to continue making families' Goddard experience exceptional by providing nurturing and stimulating environment for their children to become confident learners as they grow and develop.

Mrs. Amber is our Director. She has a Bachelor's Degree in American Sign Language from Gardner-Webb University. Mrs. Amber also has her Administrative Credentials and Early Childhood Credentials. She has been in childcare for over 20 years. Mrs. Amber enjoys crafting, spending time with family and friends and thrift shopping. Her favorite children's book is "Where the Sidewalk Ends" by Shel Silverstein.

Ms. Sheena is our Assistant Director. She has her Early Childhood Credentials and is working toward her Associate's Degree. Ms. Sheena has over 18 years of experience in Early Childhood. Ms. Sheena has worked at the Goddard School for 12 years. Ms. Sheena enjoys liturgical dancing and softball. She spends her weekend spoiling her grandbaby and spending time with her family. Her favorite children's book is "I Got The Rhythm" by Connie Schofield-Morrison.

Ms. Dawn is a Co-Lead here at the Goddard School. She is working on getting her Early Childhood Credentials. She enjoys spending quality time with her family on the weekends. Her favorite children's book is "Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star" by Tiger Tales. Elaine loves the hands-on experience of learning through play with the babies and toddlers.

Mrs. Vicky is a Lead Teacher here at the Goddard School. She has her Early Childhood Credentials and some additional college credits. Mrs. Vicky has over 23 years of experience in early childcare. She enjoys spending time with family, gardening, fishing, going four wheeling, shopping and having fun. Mrs. Vicky's favorite children's book is "The Big Red Barn" by Margret Wise Brown.

Ms. Angie is a Co-Lead Teacher here at the Goddard School. She is working on getting her Early Childhood Credentials. Angie joined our school this year. She enjoys spending quality time with her family on the weekends. Her favorite children's book is "Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus" by Mo Willems. Angie loves the hands-on experience of learning through play with young students.

Ms. Ja'Shayla is a Co-Lead Teacher here at the Goddard School. She is working on getting her Early Childhood Credentials. Shayla joined our school this year. She enjoys spending quality time with her 4 year old daughter on the weekends. Her favorite children's book is "Llama Llama Red Pajama" by Anna Dewdney. Shayla loves the hands on experience of learning through play with young students.

Mrs. Lydia is a Co-Lead Teacher here at the Goddard School. Mrs. Lydia has over 5 years of experience in early childcare. She enjoys watching Lifetime and spending time with her dad and family on the weekends. Mrs. Lydia's favorite children's book is "Green Eggs and Ham " by Dr. Seuss.

Mrs. Wendy is a Lead teacher here at the Goddard School. She has a BS Degree in Elementary Education. Mrs. Wendy is a retired elementary teacher of 34 years. Her primary classroom experience is in kindergarten, first and second grades with teaching certifications from New Jersey and Florida. Mrs. Wendy loves gardening, mountain views, and creating computer art. Mrs. Wendy’s favorite book is “The Little Snow Bear” by Flaria & Lisa Weeden and all Eric Carle stories.

Mrs. Ariela is the Co-Lead Teacher here at the Goddard School. She has her Bachelor's degree. Mrs. Ariela has over 9 years of experience in early childcare. She enjoys dancing and spending time with her family on the weekend. Mrs. Ariela's favorite children's book is "The Giving Tree" by Shel Silverstein.

Ms. Betsy is a Floater here at the Goddard School. She is currently in school to get her CMA's and has completed her Early Childhood Credentials. Ms. Betsy has over 5 years of experience in early childcare. She enjoys spending time with her family and pet rabbit Oreo on the weekends. Ms. Betsy's favorite children's books are all the Pete the Cat books.

Ms. Susan is a Resource Floater here at the Goddard School. She has over 15 years of experience in early childcare and nannying. She enjoys coloring, spending time with family and taking trips with her grandson. Susan's favorite children's book is "Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See" by Bill Martin Jr. and Eric Carle.

Mrs. Hope is a Floater here at the Goddard School. She has over 5 years of experience in early childcare. She enjoys hanging out with her family and babysitting on the weekend. Mrs. Hope's favorite children's book is "Goodnight Moon" by Margaret Wise Brown.

Ms. Civa is a Co-Lead Teacher here at the Goddard School. She has over 10 years of experience in early childcare. Ms. Civa has her early childhood credentials and a Business Degree in Organizational. She enjoys reading, researching and spending time with her family on the weekend. Ms. Civa's favorite children's book is "The Very Hungry Caterpillar" by Eric Carle.

Mrs. Tina is an Assistant Teacher here at the Goddard School. She is working on getting her Early Childhood Credentials. Mrs. Tina joined our school this year. She enjoys swimming and relaxing on weekends. Her favorite children's book is "Captain Underpants" by Dav Pilkey. Mrs. Tina loves the hands-on experience of learning through play with out little Monkey Friends.

Mrs. Stephanie is a Co-Lead Teacher here at the Goddard School. She has her Early Childhood Credentials and some additional college credits. Mrs. Stephanie has over 20 years of experience in early childcare. She enjoys spending time with family and relaxing on the weekend. Mrs. Stephanie's favorite children's book is "Love You Forever" by Robert Munsch.

Ms. Astrid is a Co-Lead Teacher here at the Goddard School. She has a degree in Communications and Arts. Ms. Astrid has over 5 years of experience in early childcare. She enjoys walking her dog Franklin on the weekend. Ms. Astrid's favorite children's book is "The Giving Tree" by Shel Silverstein

Ms. Valerie is a Floater here at the Goddard School. She is working on getting her Early Childhood Credentials. Valerie joined our school last year. She enjoys spending quality time with her family on the weekends. Her favorite children's book is Little Red Ridinghood by Mara Alperin. Valerie loves the hands-on experience of learning through play with young students from the Koala room all the way around to the Butterflies.

Mrs. Lisa is the Lead Teacher here at the Goddard School. She has completed several college courses and her early childhood certificate. Mrs. Lisa has more than 12 years of experience in early childcare. She loves to read and spend time with her family. Mrs. Lisa has 5 children, and they like to fish and go on walks. Her favorite children's books are Dr. Seuss books.

Mrs. Lisa is a Co Lead Teacher here at the Goddard School. She has a degree in general education. Mrs. Lisa has over 4 years of experience in early childcare. She enjoys spending time with family and relaxing on the weekend. Mrs. Lisa's favorite children's book is "The Monster at the End of This Book: Starring Lovable, Furry Old Grover" by Joe Stone.

Ms. Emma is a Co-Lead Teacher here at the Goddard School. She is currently enrolled at SCPP working toward her Associate in Arts. She enjoys reading and visiting different parks on weekend. Ms. Emma's favorite children's book is "Goodnight Moon" by Margaret Wise Brown.