Ms. Rebekkah, Director - Ms. Rebekkah earned her Child Developmental Associate degree in 2002 and is currently working toward her Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education. She is an experienced educator having taught in a public developmental preschool program and at The Goddard School in Mason, Ohio. She served as Director of the Goddard School in Schaumburg, IL prior to moving to Arizona.
Ms. JoEllen, On-Site Owner - My husband, Jeremy, and I have three young children. As a family we enjoy camping, traveling and playing games. Before opening our school, I spent six years as a stay-at-home mom and community volunteer. Prior to that, I worked as a corporate trainer. I have my Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from DePaul University and a Master’s Degree in Training & Development from Loyola University Chicago.
Mrs. Carter, Private Kindergarten Teacher - Mrs. Carter has her Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education and a Master's degree in Teaching. She has taught Kindergarten and fourth grade in both public and private school settings.
Ms. Tia, Lead Teacher Infants - Ms. Tia is currently pursuing her Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education and has over seven years' experience working with young children.
Ms. Kelly, Assistant Teacher Infants - Ms. Kelly has over 20 years of experience with infants and young children and is currently pursuing her Child Development Associate's degree. She is excited to be a part of The Goddard School Family!
Ms. Angel, Assistant Teacher Infants - Ms. Angel is a Certified Nurse Assistant with extensive training in working with special needs children. She has enjoyed working with children for over fourteen years.
Ms. Juanita, Lead Teacher First Steps - Ms. Juanita was an Instructional Assistant for over five years in the Litchfield School District and loves working with young children. She is currently pursuing her Child Development Associate's degree.
Ms. Jessica H., Lead Teacher, Young Toddlers/Admin Team Ms. Jessica received her Bachelor's degree in Liberal Studies/Elementary Education from Master's College in Southern California.
Ms. Lia, Lead Teacher Toddlers - Ms. Lia is currently pursuing her Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education. She has a wealth of experience working with young children both professionally and as a volunteer.
Ms. Matilde, Assistant Teacher Toddlers - Ms. Matilde has several years of experience working in a preschool setting and actively attends training workshops in the field of early childhood development.
Ms. Ashley, Lead Teacher, Get Set - Ms. Ashley received her Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education from Northern Arizona University.
Ms. Amanda C., Assistant Teacher, Get Set - Ms. Amanda is pursuing a degree in Family Life Education at Rio Salado College.
Mr. Ryan, Lead Teacher Preschool - Mr. Ryan enjoys drawing, painting and creating images with Japanese ink. He has his degree in Elementary Education and is working toward another degree in Human Services. He looks forward to bringing a fun and creative atmosphere to the classroom as we help your children play and grow.
Ms. Izzy, Assistant Teacher Preschool - Ms. Izzy has several years of experience working with young children.
Ms. Maria, Lead Teacher Preschool - Ms. Maria has a wealth of experience working with young children and is currently pursuing her degree in early childhood education.
Ms. Amanda, Assistant Teacher Preschool - Ms. Amanda has several years of experience working with young children and is currently pursuing her degree in Early Childhood Education at Rio Salado College.
Ms. Nicole, Lead Teacher Pre-Kindergarten, Curriculum Coordinator - Ms. Nicole received her Associate's degree in Early Childhood Development from Lakeland Community College.
Ms. Kim, Lead Teacher Pre-Kindergarten - Ms. Kim has her Child Development Associate's degree and has been working with pre-kindergarteners for over five years. She looks forward to growing with your children!
Ms. Cynara, Assistant Teacher Pre-Kindergarten - Ms. Cynara has worked with children for many years and enjoys seeing them learn and grow.
Ms. Jane, Assistant Teacher - Ms. Jane is married to a incredible husband and has two boys in elementary school. She enjoys working with children and has done so for many years.
Ms. Elisa, Assistant Teacher - Ms. Elisa is currently pursuing her degree in Elementary Education at Grand Canyon University.
Ms. Kimberly, Owner - I am the proud mom of two young boys. Our family enjoys swimming, biking and attending sporting events together. I attended Virginia Commonwealth University and Texas Tech. Before opening The Goddard School, I was a stay-at-home mom and still am an active flight attendant.