Our Teachers

Robert and Jiena are the dedicated owners of The Goddard School in the Spring-Harmony location. Robert has a Master’s degree in Business Administration and Jiena has a Master’s degree in Music Composition. They have two sons, Ian and Carson, and a daughter named Zoe who have all attended The Goddard School. They are committed to making sure that each child who passes through The Goddard School doors are educated and cared for with love. Their high standards for excellence and customer service are apparent throughout the school, and they are happy to be able to provide Goddard’s outstanding program to the children in this community.

Welcome our Director, Ms. Stephanie! She has 10 plus years' experience working with children of all ages. She enjoys working with children because no single day at work is the same. Her favorite children's books are " If you give a mouse a cookie" and "Oh the places you'll go." She has her associates degree in Applied Science and her bachelor's degree in Project Management. When she is not working, she loves spending time with her husband and her pets.

Ms. Yolonda is our Operational Director. She brings over 30 years of experience from public school as a teacher, counselor, and assistant principal. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her friends and family. Working with children is her passion! Her favorite quote is by Dr. Suess: "You have brains in your head. You have feet in your shoes. You can steer yourself in any direction that you choose!"

Ms. Chloe is our Team Lead! With nearly a decade of experience in working with children, she brings a wealth of knowledge and dedication to our team. Originally from Northwest Arkansas, Ms. Chloe moved to Houston in January 2024 to advance her career in early childhood education. Her journey from a Pre-K teacher to a leadership role has been marked by her commitment to nurturing young minds. At The Goddard School, Ms. Chloe is excited to be part of an institution that goes beyond traditional schooling, embracing the holistic approach of an Early Childhood Development Center. Outside of her professional life, she loves exploring Houston’s vibrant culinary scene and spending quality time with her three cherished dogs.

Ms. Christine is our Infant Teacher. She comes with four years of experience in Early Childhood Education. She graduated from Stephen F. Austin State University with a middle-level education degree. In her free time, Ms. Christine loves baking, painting, reading, crotchet, and embroidering. She is so excited to help your children learn and grow!

Ms. Judy is our First Steps Lead Teacher. She has been working in the childcare industry for 8 years. She loves working with children because she loves to motivate and teach them new things as they grow. In her free time, Ms. Judy enjoys spending time with her friends and family, A fun fact about Ms. Judy is that she likes taking pictures and dressing up!

Ms. Linda is our Toddler 1 Teacher. She has worked with children for almost 15 years. She has 4 children, 2 sons and 2 daughters. Ms. Linda loves working with children because she thoroughly enjoys teaching them new things and new ways of learning. A fun fact about Ms. Linda is that she has a boxer named Tyra and a Frenchie named Chino!

Ms. Leticia is our Get Set teacher. She has over 10 years of experience in Early Childhood Education. Originally born in Cuba, she relocated to Brazil and spent most of her life there. She has taught children in Brazil and Europe. In her free time, Ms. Leticia enjoys spending time with her 3 children and husband of 11 years. She enjoys teaching to witness the growth and development of each child that enters her classroom!

Ms. Enedina is our Pre Kindergarten teacher; she has over 15 years of experience in early childhood education. She has a multitude of training's and certificates that help her succeed in her teaching career. Having worked with all ages, from infants to school age, Ms. Enedina has a passion for teaching and loves to see how the children grow and learn. In her free time she loves to knit and crochet. A fun fact about Ms. Enedina is that she is very creative!

Ms. Avionna is our Pre-K 1 teacher. She has over 2 years of experience in Early Childhood Education. She is dedicated to creating a fun-based learning environment for her students. She aims to ensure that every child leaves her classroom feeling smarter, happier, and more confident. A fun fact about Ms. Avionna is that she likes to dance and write!