Genelle and Christian Craig -
We are the Craig's and we are the owners of The Goddard School® located in Hockessin.
Genelle graduated from the University of Delaware with a Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education. She also attained a Master's degree in Elementary School Administration and certificates in Elementary School Teaching and Special Education. Genelle taught for eleven years at the Christina School District and has served as an adjunct professor with Wilmington University in their Education Department for five years.
She enjoys the sun, beach and most of all spending time with her husband and four children.
Christian attended the University of Delaware and Goldey Beacom College where he received a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration. He worked for MBNA for several years and served as a Business Investment Manager for Wachovia Bank. Currently, Christian is enrolled at Wilmington University and is working to receive his Master's degree in Middle and High School Teaching. He enjoys golfing, great food and coaching children's sports.
We are very excited and proud to be the owners of The Goddard School® located in Hockessin! Our door is always open for comments and questions.
Welcome to our School!
Korin Haney - Korin is our Curriculum Coordinator. She joined The Goddard School® in 1998 and has enjoyed every minute of it. Before she became the Curriculum Coordinator, she was our Lead Preschool Teacher for almost five years. She is currently pursuing a degree in Early Childhood Education. Korin spreads her passion for child development by mentoring and supporting the teachers in our School. "My door is always open to our children, teachers and parents," adds Korin.
Tara McKibben - Tara is a Director at The Goddard School®. She has worked in the Early Childhood Education field for several years, both in private and public schools. She is currently enrolled in a program to earn a Master's degree in School Administration. In addition, Tara serves as the Pre-Kindergarten Lead Teacher. She says, "I am so impressed with the faculty and the Craig's dedication to both the children and the school. This school is truly amazing!"
Jessica R. - Jessica is the Head Teacher in our Infant room, also known as the Goddardville Bakery. She has been with The Goddard School® since 2006. Jessica loves watching the children grow and develop into amazing little people.
Jen S. - Jen is the Head Teacher in our Pre-Toddler room, also known as the Goddardville Farm Animals. She has a degree from the University of Delaware and has worked at our School for five years. Jen loves watching children grow and learn. "It is a lot of fun being a part of the team at Goddard," adds Jen.
Michele M. - Michele is the teacher in our Toddler Room, also known as, " The Goddardville Farm Crops". She is working towards a Master's degree in Early Childhood Education. She enjoys spending time with all the children and seeing them grow.
Kim M. - Kim is the Head Teacher in our Get Set room, also known as the Goddardville Post Office. She also serves a management position in the school as an opener. She has an Associate's degree from Del Tech in Early Childhood Education. In the future, she plans to return to school to earn a Bachelor's degree. She has been with The Goddard School for eleven years. "I enjoy the children's smiling faces, their hugs and seeing the individual development of each child throughout the years," adds Kim.
Melissa T. - Melissa is the Head Teacher in the Preschool I program, also known as the Goddardville Recycling room. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Education from the University of Delaware. Melissa can't wait to experience all of the fantastic teachable moments with your child.
Altina D. - Miss Altina is the Head Teacher in the Preschool II program, also known as the Goddardville Recycling room. She received a Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education from Delaware State University. Altina is excited to have fun and exciting days with the children at our school.