Samantha Baldini - Samantha is the owner of The Goddard School located in Derry, New Hampshire. She earned a Bachelor’s degree from the University of New Hampshire in Durham and a Master’s degree in Business from Bentley College in Waltham, Massachusetts. She is also a Goddard parent; her son attended a Goddard School for several years. “I love The Goddard School and the peace of mind that I had when my son attended. I’m looking forward to sharing those great experiences with the families in Derry!”
Suzanne Mailhiot - Suzanne is the Director at The Goddard School located in Derry. She received her Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education at Notre Dame College in Manchester, New Hampshire. For the past 20 years she has worked in the early childhood community providing quality care for young children in nurturing environments. She has taken on many different roles over the years including Associate as well as Lead Teacher, Program Coordinator, Assistant Director and Director. She is excited to have the opportunity to meet you and provide your family with quality care and exceptional learning experiences.
Jennifer Ganim-Smith - Assistant Director - Jenn has taught for the past ten years and loves working with children. She taught the children attending our Preschool program during our first year and has now taken on an administrative role as Assistant Director. She has a Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education from Florida International University and a Master's degree in Education with a specialization in Early Childhood.
Ms. Debbie - Kindergarten - Ms. Debbie is the Lead Teacher in our Kindergarten program. She has taught Kindergarten for 10 years as well as teaching Preschool for 12 years. She received a Bachelor of Science degree in early childhood education from the University of New Hampshire. Her favorite part of teaching is watching the children get excited about learning.
Ms. Lindsay - Pre-Kindergarten - Ms. Lindsay is a Lead Teacher in our Pre-Kindergarten program. She graduated in 2008 with her Bachelor's degree in Sociology and Psychology and also has received her Child Development Associate from Ellis University. Ms. Lindsay has taught Preschool and Pre-K as well as mentored underprivileged teenagers at a teen center.
Ms. Corinne - Pre-Kindergarten - Ms. Corinne is a Lead Teacher in our Preschool program. She has worked with children of all ages for many years and has dedicated 12 years to the field of Early Childhood. Ms. Corinne received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Early Childhood Education from Notre Dame and is thrilled to be a part of the faculty at The Goddard School located in Derry.
Ms. Christine - Preschool - Ms. Christine is an Associate Teacher in our Preschool program. She earned her Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education from Independent University. She has run a home-based center and also had the opportunity to co-own a preschool. Ms. Christine loves how animated young children can be when they have a story to tell!
Amanda S. - Preschool Teacher Ms. Amanda is an Associate Teacher in our Preschool Program. Ms. Amanda went to New England College where she earned a Bachelor’s of Art in Psychology, majoring in Child Development. She is currently new to the world of education but is eager to jump in and learn right along with the children.
Ms. Ashley - Preschool Teacher
Ms. Ashley is a Lead Teacher in Preschool I. She graduated from Rivier College with an Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education and Special Education. She has been working with children for 9 years. She loves that every day is different and that you never know what the children will say or do.
Ms. Kendra - Toddler Teacher Ms. Kendra is a Lead Teacher in our Toddler Program. She graduated from Andover College with an Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education. She has been working with children for the past seven years. She feels that teaching the future generation is important and rewarding.
Ms. Amanda R. - Young Toddlers - Ms. Amanda is our Lead Teacher in Young Toddler program. She has worked with young children since 1999. She attended the University of New Hampshire where she earned an Associate's degree in Art and has earned Early Childhood credits at New Hampshire Technical School in Manchester. Ms. Amanda loves watching children grow as they become active learners.
Ms. Kerry - Infants - Ms. Kerry is a Teacher in our Infant program. She has taught young children for the past 14 years and has been taking care of our infants for the past year and a half. She is currently based in our Infant 2 room. She loves caring for our little ones and watching them grow and reach their goals.
Ms. Bernice - Infants - Ms. Bernice is a Teacher in our Infant Program. She has been educating young children for over 20 years and is currently based in our Infant 1 classroom. The majority of Ms. Bernice's time has been spent working with infants and toddlers. Ms. Bernice has 18 credits in Early Childhood Education. She loves to witness children accomplish new milestones.
Ms. Shauna - Infant Teacher Ms. Shauna is an Associate Teacher in our Infant Room. She is currently working towards her Associates Degree in Early Childhood at Middlesex Community College. She has been working with young children for the past five years. Shauna loves working with children and watching them explore the world around them.