Stephanie Grimaldi - On-Site Owner - The majority of my background is in business but I have always had a strong desire to be involved with the child care industry. I received a B.A. in communications and a Masters in Organizational leadership from Cabrini College. My previous career path brought me to Goddard Systems, Inc. where I spent four years working as an advertising account executive which gave me a first hand look at not only the quality of care and support that goes into each and every school but a sense of pride in the resource programs & tools available. All of that coupled with the companies comprehensive quality assurance program made me a strong believer in all that I could bring to the families with in the Chadds Ford and neighboring communities. I look forward to welcoming all of your children into our warm, nurturing environment that encourages creative fun learning.

Beth C. -  Educational Director- Ms. Beth is a 2003 graduate of West Chester University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Early Childhood Education. She has been with The Goddard School since 2004. She has been the lead teacher in preschool and Kindergarten classrooms. In February of 2010, she became part of the Chadds Ford family. She recently has become the Educational Director at Chadds Ford and is enjoying all of the new experiences that it has to offer!

Stephanie S. - Assistant Director- Ms. Stephanie attended Widener University where she received a Bachelor's degree in Psychology. She has recently become the Assistant Director at Chadds Ford and previously was our lead teacher in the Precious Panda classroom before becoming our Assistant Director. Before coming to The Goddard School, Stephanie worked as a lead preschool teacher where she taught three-, four- and five-year-olds. She has taught various age groups throughout the past few years as well as worked with special needs adults and children. Stephanie is excited to have the opportunity to be a member of The Goddard School family. 

Debra C. - Infant Lead Teacher- Ms. Debra is our Lead Teacher in the Precious Pandas classroom and is a graduate of Widener University where she received a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Early Childhood Education. Born into a bilingual family, Ms. Debra went on to successfully raise five children of her own. Along with teaching at a preschool and daycare center, she has volunteered for numerous organizations such as Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) and the Parish Religious Education Program (CCD), where she gained experience working with autistic children. The Goddard School is an exciting opportunity for Ms. Debra, and she is looking forward to the rest of the year.

Pat J. - Infant Assistant Teacher- Ms. Pat is our Infant Assistant Teacher in our Precious Pandas classroom. Ms. Pat provided childcare for working moms in the privacy of her own home while raising her children. The children's ages varied from six weeks to four years old. Ms. Pat received much gratification from the confidence the parents entrusted in her with their little ones. She now brings her many years of experience, love and devotion to the children here at The Goddard School located in Chadds Ford, PA.

Bernadette M. - First Steps Lead Teacher Ms. Bernadette is the Lead Teacher of the Busy Bee classroom and is a graduate of The Catholic University of America in Washington D.C with a Bachelor's degree in Psychology. She received a Master's of Social Work from Widener University and is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in the state of Pennsylvania. Ms. Bernadette has worked for almost ten years as a therapist/behavioral specialist with children with behavioral/emotional diagnosis and those diagnosed with autism. She is currently pursuing her Master's of Education in Elementary/Special Education at St. Joseph's University.

Keutrah R. - First Steps Assistant Teacher - Ms. Keutrah is our Assistant Teacher in the Busy Bees classroom and is a graduate of the College of New Rochelle where she received a Bachelor of Arts and is also a graduate of Touro College where she received a Master of Science in Education and Special Education. Ms. Keutrah's philosophy of teaching assert that children are entitled to a quality instruction in an active and stimulating learning environment. She believes children should experience frequent and repeated opportunities to act, react and interact with each other and the world around them. Teaching is a process of installing concept and necessary skills for life-long learning. In addition, children will ultimately leave the protective environment of the educational system to enter society. When this occurs, it is vitally important to have the ability to "teach one's self" and effectively collaborate with others to manage and process the problems and issues that are presented during life. As an educator, I have the opportunity to gain new insight based on individual children's needs and collaboration with colleagues. That alone is a word of knowledge and a philosophy to live by.

Sarah J. - Pre-Toddler Lead Teacher- Ms. Sarah is our Lead Teacher in the Terrific Tigers classroom and attended Penn State University where she received a Bachelor's degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders with a concentration in Early Childhood Development. Before coming to The Goddard School, she worked with special needs children and adults. Ms. Sarah gained experience working with autistic children throughout her therapeutic support staff position. She has been volunteering with Easter Seals and child literacy programs since high school. Ms. Sarah has done research on and taught language development and social skills to children between the ages of 1 1/2 to 10 years old. She also worked at a camp for children with traumatic brain injuries and, from this experience, established a strong desire to teach children. Aside from these experiences, she comes from an extended family of over eighty people and has had many years of nanny experiences. Ms. Sarah is looking forward to being a part of The Goddard School family!

Kristen G. - Toddler Lead Teacher - Ms. Kristen is the Lead Teacher of the Lovable Lions classroom and is a graduate of Kaplan University where she received her degree in Pediatric Dentistry in 2010. In addition, she also attended Ellis University for her Child Development Associate. Prior to Ms. Kristen joining The Goddard School family, she worked for over three years as a teacher at another school. She was a lead teacher of the two-year-olds for two years and spent half a year as an infant teacher and floating in and out of all the classrooms working with children from infant to school-age.

Natalie U. - Toddler Assistant Teacher - Ms. Natalie is our Assistant Teacher in the Lovable Lions classroom. She is a graduate of West Chester University where she received a Bachelor of Science degree in Elementary Education and Reading Certification. Before coming to The Goddard School, Ms. Natalie worked in the Early Childhood field while volunteering in an extended school year program at a local school district. Ms. Natalie also taught art and music at a specialty camp in Bucks County. She is excited to share her love of learning and reading with the Goddard children!

Brigid B. - Get Set Lead Teacher- Ms. Brigid has been with The Goddard School since May of 2011 and is the Lead Teacher in the Curious Caterpillar classroom. She has worked with infants, toddlers and preschoolers throughout her twelve years in the childcare field. Ms. Brigid is continuing her education by working towards her Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education at Delaware Technical Community College and Wilmington University. Ms. Brigid enjoys helping her students to learn new and exciting things each day!

Megan M. - Get Set Assistant Teacher- Ms. Megan is the Assistant Teacher of the Curious Caterpillar classroom and is a graduate of West Chester University. She has BA in Liberal Arts with a concentration in Education and a minor in Special Education. Ms. Megan has been teaching children and young adults with special needs for six years and has been an assistant teacher at other childcare centers in the past. She loves working with children of all ages and is excited to watch them learn and grow. Ms. Megan believes that a fun learning environment where children can be children and get messy while learning is a great way for them to find a love of learning. She hopes that she can be an integral part of her students' learning process and help them to succeed.

Eileen G. - Preschool I Lead Teacher - Ms. Eileen attended Penn State University where she received a Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education and has worked with children ever since. She has worked with three- to six-year-olds and has taught third and fourth grade in public schools in Tennessee and Connecticut.

Theresa R. - Preschool II Lead Teacher- Ms. Theresa is the Lead Teacher of the Leaping Lizard classroom. She is currently a student at West Chester University pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Education. Ms. Theresa chose to go into the teaching field because she wanted to make a difference in the lives of children every day, and felt that The Goddard School located in Chadds Ford would allow her the opportunity to follow her dreams. Ms. Theresa looks forward to meeting you and your child and cannot wait to see what new and exciting learning experiences await us!

Elaine H. Preschool II Group Supervisor- Ms. Elaine is a graduate of Rowan University with a Bachelors degree in Special Education and Elementary Education with a dual major in Law and Justice. She has spent over twenty years working as a Special Education teacher in the Penn Grove School District where she worked to initiate educational programs and develop curriculum for children of all ages.  

Kayla M. - Preschool II Assistant Teacher - Ms. Kayla is our Preschool II Assistant Teacher in the Leaping Lizards classroom and is currently attending Delaware County Community College majoring in Early Childhood Education. Before joining The Goddard School she worked with
one-year-olds as a lead teacher. Over the years, she has gotten the experience to work with children of all ages. Ms. Kayla is very grateful to join The Goddard School^® team as well as to meet all of the new children, parents and faculty.

Kristi M. - Pre-K Lead Teacher - Ms. Kristi is our Lead Teacher of our Pre-K classroom, the Fabulous Frogs. She is a graduate of West Chester University where she received a Bachelor's degree in Elementary and Special Education. Before coming to The Goddard School, Ms. Kristi completed her student teaching at Hillsdale Elementary School and West Chester B. Reed Henderson High School where she taught in a fifth grade classroom and worked with students with specific learning, emotional and behavior disabilities at the high school level. She has also worked with children from grades one through twelve. Ms. Kristi is enjoying working with the Pre-Kindergartners while getting to know their families and is very excited to be part of The Goddard Family!

Kaitlin B. - Pre-K Assistant Teacher- Ms. Kaitlin is our Pre-K Assistant Teacher in the Fabulous Frogs classroom and is a recent graduate of Neumann University. She graduated with a Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood/Elementary Education. Ms. Kaitlin has previously worked as a preschool teacher and enjoyed engaging students in interactive play. Ms. Kaitlin enjoys watching children grow, and cherishes the opportunity to make an impact on your child's life.

Sara G. - Kindergarten Lead Teacher- Ms. Sara is the Lead Teacher of the Kindergarten classroom and is a 2008 graduate of West Chester University, where she received a Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education. Ms. Sara has been working at The Goddard School since March 2010. Before coming to The Goddard School, Sara did her student teaching at Hillendale Elementary School in The Unionville Chadds Ford School District. She also held a long-term substituting position for second grade at Unionville Elementary School in The Unionville Chadds Ford School District. Ms. Sara was also a substitute for grades Kindergarten through fifth grade as well as special areas in the Garnet Valley School District, Unionville Chadds Ford School District, Rosetree Media School District and Downingtown School District.

Cassie G. - Center Support Staff Member- Ms. Cassie is one of our Center Support Staff Members and can be found helping on the infant and toddler side of the building. She is currently a senior at West Chester University and is studying Psychology. Ms. Cassie has worked at The Goddard School located in Chadds Ford for almost a year now while continuing her education. She is very excited to have the opportunity to work with your child this year!

Julie B. - Center Support Staff Member - Ms. Julie is one of our Center Support Staff Members and can be found working on the Infant and Toddler side of the building. She is a graduate of Garnet Valley High School and is now a sophomore at Bloomsburg University where she is studying for a degree in nursing. She has always wanted to work as a pediatric nurse and is very excited to work at The Goddard School.

Amanda F. - Center Support Staff Member - Ms. Amanda is one of our Center Support Staff Members and can be found helping on the Infant and Young Toddler side. She currently attends Pennsylvania Institute of Technology while studying to be a licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). Before becoming  part of The Goddard School staff, Ms. Amanda coached a twelve and under girls softball team. While she was in middle school she participated in a program to travel to Francis Harvey Green to help with the special needs children. This experience led Ms. Amanda to want to work with children. Ms. Amanda is very excited to have this special opportunity of being a member of The Goddard School family!

Nicole V. - Center Support Staff Member- Ms. Nicole is one of our Center Support Staff Members and can be found helping on the Infant and Toddler side as well as the Preschool side. She currently attends Delaware County Community College and is working towards her Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education. Ms. Nicole has taught infants and toddlers throughout the past few years. She is very excited to become a part of The Goddard School family!

Florence S. - Center Support Staff Member - Ms. Florence is one of our Center Support Staff Members and can be found helping on the Infant and Toddler side as well as the Preschool side. After working in the banking industry as an operations officer for forty-one years, she retired in 2005. She then pursued an opportunity in childcare as a nanny for a young boy for five years. Ms. Florence is happy to care for and teach the children at The Goddard School.

Mary P. - Center Support Staff Member - Ms. Mary is one of our Center Support Staff Members and can be found helping on the Preschool side of the building. She attended St. Bonaventure University in upstate New York where she received her Bachelor's degree. Before coming to The Goddard School, Ms. Mary worked as a lead preschool teacher where she taught three- and four-year-olds. She also worked in all classrooms as needed. Ms. Mary is very excited to be a member of The Goddard School.

Patrick B. - Center Support Staff Member - Mr. Patrick is one of our Center Support Staff Members and can be found helping in Kindergarten as well as throughout the Preschool side of the building. A Junior Nursing student at West Chester University, he loves children and has a great deal of experience in physical therapy and nursing care of all age groups. Mr. Patrick has clinical experience in Chester County Hospital (Maternity, Labor and Delivery, and Nursery Units), Unionville Elementary School specifically in the Nurse's office and several skilled nursing facilities. He is a people person and enjoys the presence of others. Mr. Patrick is happy to care for our friends here at The Goddard School and facilitate their growth and development.

Michelle S. - Center Support Staff Member - Ms. Michelle is one of our Center Support Staff Members and can be found helping on the Infant and Young Toddler side of the building. She is a third year student at West Chester University where she is studying to graduate with a Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education with a minor in Special Education. Ms. Michelle has alot of experience working with young children through many volunteer opportunities she has performed over the years. She loves working young children and is very excited to have the opportunity  to be a part of The Goddard School^® family!