Directors My name is Amy E. and I am the Director here at The Goddard School located in Malvern, PA. I am a graduate of Penn State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Elementary Education. I have been a member of the Goddard family since 2006. Prior to becoming the Co- Director, I was Co-Lead Teacher in the Ringmaster and Lion Tamer classroom. I have been working with children of all ages for many years. I truly became interested in teaching when I was working at a residential summer camp. Camp Tockwogh was, and is, my "home away from home." I started there as a camper at nine years old and remained until I was an administrative staff member. I love to go back and visit and catch up with staff members who live all over the world. They have given me the opportunity to visit them as close as Philadelphia, to San Francisco and all the way to Sydney, Australia. The bonds I formed with both staff and children helped me to find teaching. I am excited about my new role as the Co-Director and am enjoying all the new experiences it has to offer! I look forward to seeing where each day leads with your children!
The Seedlings - Hi, I'm Miss Susan! I'm a 2011 graduate of Arcadia University and I have been working here at the Goddard School since June 2011. My degrees are in Elementary and Early Childhood Education, so I am duel certified. My passion has always been in teaching young children. I believe that they know far more than people give them credit for and I love tapping into that knowledge! As an advocate for young children, I want to show people what children can achieve. As a teacher, I am here first and foremost for the children, their needs and wants are very important to me. I'm open to speak with you and answer any questions you may have!
Hello, my name is Debbie T. and I have been working with the Seedlings since 2006 as an Assistant Teacher. I have a great deal of experience in Early Childhood Education working with infants and toddlers. I love watching the babies grow and seeing each new milestone they reach. I am looking forward to having lots of fun learning experiences with your child!!
Bouncing Barnyard -
Hello, my name is Stacy W. and I am the Lead Teacher in the Bouncing Barnyard classroom at The Goddard School® located in Malvern. I have been with Goddard since February 2006. I am currently working on my Child Development Associate (CDA). I have been working with children of all ages for several years and I love it! In addition to teaching at The Goddard School, I also teach Sunday School at my church. I have my certification in CPR/First Aid for infants and toddlers. I am thrilled to be a part of your child's life and I am looking forward to getting to know everyone!
Chugging Choo Choos -
My name is Tracy B. and I am the Lead Teacher in the Chugging Choo Choos classroom. I have an AA degree in Education from Delaware County Community College and have been with The Goddard School since 2004. I participate in a lot of volunteer work for RAINN, MADD, March of Dimes, Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, First Giving Autism Speaks and many more. I love helping others. I enjoy working with children and I am glad to be a part of this fabulous Goddard School!
Hi! My name is Kristen T. and I have been an Assistant Teacher at The Goddard School since 2007. I am currently attending Delaware County Community College. I love spending time with the children, they keep me very entertained! I hope some day to open my own childcare center and continue to help children learn and grow!
Leaping Lizards -
Hi my name is Ms Cynthia. I have been the Co-Lead Teacher in the Leaping Lizards classroom since August 2006. I have my CDA in Education. I believe, at this age, we are the first step in preparing young minds for the future. I am excited to get to know all the families at The Goddard School® located in Malvern.
Hello, my name is Chitra D. and I have been the co-lead teacher in the Leaping Lizards classroom since August of 2008. I have worked with children for many years and I have my CDA in Education. I am so happy to be working with the children at The Goddard School! I look forward to contributing to their growth and learning!
Thunderbolts - I'm Jessica C. and I am the Lead Teacher in the Thunderbolt classroom.I have been with The Goddard Family since August of 2007. I started off as the lead teacher in the Bouncing Barnyard classroom and then I transitioned over to the Thunderbolts. I am a graduate of West Chester University where I studied fine arts. My course work consisted of a lot of oil painting and consequently ruining a lot of clothing and carpeting! Aside from a painter, I'm also an avid traveler. I am currently in school studying art therapy. I am grateful to be working here at The Goddard School® and I look forward to not only observing the growth of the children around me but also to the emergence of myself as a more positive and confident person as a result of this environment. Stop by and say hello!
My name is Zahra and I have had the pleasure to work at The Goddard School since November 2010. I love working with children and teaching them the value of being a good person. I have been working with children from the ages of three months to five years for more than 15 years. I recently completed my Dental Assistant Diploma at the CHCI Dental School. I moved to the United States 30 years ago from Iran with my husband. I feel lucky to have found many good friends and I am looking forward to getting to know your children!
Roaring Rockets -
My name is Miss Alison and I am the Lead Teacher in the Roaring Rockets classroom. I been with the Goddard Family since August 2006. I started off as the lead teacher in the Leaping Lizards classroom and then moved over to the Roaring Rockets. I transitioned into teaching after 11 years of practice as a clinical Social Worker, working with children in a multitude of settings. My desire to transition to the teaching profession grew out my experience of working in the social work field and running a weekly story hour for preschool age children. My goal is to provide a nurturing, well-rounded educational experience utilizing my skills and knowledge in a classroom setting. I attended Plymouth State College, where I received my Bachelor's degree in Psychology with a minor in Social Work. I helped finance my education by teaching figure skating at one of the area ski resorts. After graduating from Plymouth, I attended the University of Pennsylvania and received my Master's degree in Social Work. I also have my Pennsylvania Private Academic Teaching Certificate. I am looking forward to getting to know your family!
My name is Miss Kim and I am the Assistant Teacher in the Roaring Rockets this school year. I have been teaching at The Goddard School since August 2006. I have experience working with children ranging from newborn to Kindergarten. I have always loved taking care of and spending time with children; they are so precious! I have four children of my own. I enjoy spending time with my family. I am very happy to be at The Goddard School® located in Malvern and getting to know all the families!
Lion Tamers/Ringmasters - Hi, my name is Natalie W. and I have been the Co-Lead Teacher in the Lion Tamers and Ringmasters classroom since August 2010. I am a graduate of Liberty University in Virginia where I majored in Elementary Education. I am currently pursuing a Master's of Education degree in reading and literacy via online courses through Capella University. I have been working with children for several years and am very excited to help my class learn, grow and have fun!
Hello, my name is Carlye D. I graduated from West Chester University with a BS in Elementary Education and a Minor in Reading. I have been teaching at The Goddard School located in Malvern, PA since September 2011. For the past five summers I have worked as a camp counselor at the Ridley Area YMCA. It was a wonderful experience and I had a lot of fun! I am excited to be here at The Goddard School and I am looking forward to seeing the Ringmasters and Lion Tamers blossom into wonderful students!
Floaters -
My name is Marisa T. I have lived in the Malvern area my entire life. I graduated from Great Valley High School in 2008. I am currently attending the Pennsylvania State University, Brandywine Campus. I am a full-time student and I am Studying Human Development and Family Studies. I plan to graduate in December 2012. I find it interesting how much children change each and every day and look forward to working with them here at The Goddard School.
Hello, my name is Marlen S. and I have been a floating assistant teacher at The Goddard School since April 2011. I am currently enrolled at Delaware County Community College, my dream is to become a neonatal nurse. My nationality is Mexican, so therefore I learned to speak English and Spanish which means I am bilingual. I love being part of each child's growth and development, it still surprises me how smart the children are! I am grateful for the opportunity to be part of the Goddard Family!