Michelle Stuhlreyer, Owner - Michelle was raised in Lake Orion and in turn has chosen to raise her own family nearby. With multiple degrees and studies in various academic realms, including Early Childhood Development, from universities in Cincinnati, New York City and Chattanooga, Michelle takes a well-rounded approach to understanding and serving people. Michelle is a relationship-driven person and makes it her primary objective to know every parent and student on a personal level.
Julie Pandrak, Director - Julie has worked with children for 17 years. She has a Bachelor of Science degree in Elementary Education with a major in Language Arts. She has experience with various philosophies, such as High Scope and Montessori but feels Goddard's FLEX™ Learning Program offers the best curriculum to reach the individual child’s learning style. Learning through play allows the child to reach their developmental guidelines and curricular goals. Sometimes without even feeling like they had to “work” at it. She is happy to be the Education Director of The Goddard School located in Oxford and looks forward to meeting your family.
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"Julie graduated cum laude from Oakland University with a degree in Elementary Education. After graduation, Julie achieved Head Preschool Teacher status and the role of Interim Director at the Birmingham Community House Early Childhood Center. Twice she was received the Employee of the Year award. Ms. Pandrak has an amazing rapport with children which is nicely balanced by her professional leadership skills."
Miss Megan - Miss Megan is a 2008 graduate of Saginaw Valley State University where she earned a Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education with a focus on Early Childhood Education. Since graduating, she has worked in a Head Start facility in the Carmen Ainsworth School District. Miss Megan gained experience working with children from six weeks to five years old. In her spare time, she loves reading, camping and spending time with her four year old niece. She's very excited to be a part of The Goddard School located in Oxford!
Miss Teresa - Miss Teresa has taken college classes in Elementary Education with an emphasis in Special Education at Wayne State University. Achieving her degree was cut short because she met and married her wonderful husband of twenty-one years. They have three great children whom are 15, 12 and 7 years old. As she was working to earn her college degree, she was employed as a childcare worker. She continued in this field after getting married and beginning her family. Her experience in this field includes nurturing infants, teaching preschoolers and being a co-director. Upon having her second child, she chose to be a stay-at-home mom. In addition to being a mother of three, she enjoys creating scrapbooks, bowling and attending her family member’s extra-curricular activities. Miss Teresa is looking forward to rekindling the passion she has for children by becoming a member of the team at The Goddard School located in Oxford!
Miss Austine - Miss Austine is a graduate of Michigan State University with a Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education and an Integrated Science endorsement. She loves working with children and most of her jobs have focused on teaching and learning from them. Miss Austine has been a summer camp counselor, substitute teacher, and lead toddler teacher. During her free time, she loves being outdoors and watching sports with her 18 month old daughter. She lives in the area where she grew up since the age of seven. Miss Austine is very excited to be a part of the Goddard team and get the chance to learn through your children’s eyes.
Miss Wendy Miss Wendy has an Associate of Arts degree in Liberal Arts with a primary focus on Elementary Education. She is currently pursuing a Bachelor of Arts degree in Elementary and Early Childhood Education. Miss Wendy has worked as a Lead Teacher in several early childhood settings for the past 12 years. Most recently, she worked at The Goddard School located in Derry, New Hampshire. Miss Wendy is excited to return to the area and enjoy spending time with my husband, as well as family and friends.
Miss Danielle
Miss Danielle graduated from Jacksonville State University in Alabama with a Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education. During the time she was in school, she worked with children in a local daycare. When she graduated, she followed her family to Michigan. She loves to teach children and watch that 'light bulb' come on when they have discovered something new and exciting in their world. She believes in encouraging a child's natural curiosity with hands-on learning! She is very excited about being a part of the team at Goddard and can't wait to get to know the children and families!
Miss Tonya
Miss Tonya has a BA in Elementary Education and is currently pursuing her Masters in Special Education from Oakland University. Since graduating, she has had the opportunity to teach Kindergarten and 2nd grade in the public school system. She has also worked as a nanny and has previous experience as a pre-kindergarten teacher in a childcare setting. She is excited to be part of our Goddard family and looks forward to working with you and your children.
Miss Jackie
Miss Jackie graduated from St. Clair County Community College. She has an Associate's degree in general studies and is only a few classes away from earning her Early Childhood Associates. She previously worked at another preschool and earned an Early Childhood Certificate. Miss Jackie has always loved being around children. She looks forward to meeting new faces and making learning fun at The Goddard School!
Miss Sarah M.
Miss Sarah graduated from the University of Michigan with a Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education with minors in Language Arts and Fine Arts, and an Early Childhood endorsement. The majority of her classroom experience has been in a Kindergarten classroom. She is so excited to be a part of The Goddard School!
Miss Jen
Miss Jen is currently attending Oakland University where she is working towards her Bachelor's degree in K-12 art education with a new media specialization. She has always loved working with children, starting with coaching softball at all different age groups in the Brandon School District, and most recently working through her field studies at Oakland. She is so excited and proud to be part of The Goddard Family!
Miss Kim
Miss Kim is currently pursuing her bachelor's degree in elementary education and early childhood education. She has worked with children for several years. Miss Kim joins us from another Goddard School where she gained experience as an assistant and a lead teacher. She loves teaching children because she loves helping others and seeing her students achieve their goals through emotional, social, cognitive, and physical development. She loves the Goddard School and is excited to meet your family!
Miss Sarah D.
Miss Sarah graduated from Lake Superior State University with a Bachelor of Science in elementary education and minors in math and language arts. She is so happy to be a part of our Goddard School family!
Miss Alex
Miss Alex is currently working on her Bachelor's Degree in Sign Language. Working with children is one of her passions. Previously, she has worked with children in camp settings, non-profit organizations, and through volunteering. Miss Alex is excited to spend time with the children at The Goddard School.
Miss Amanda
Miss Amanda attends Oakland University. Through working with children in a number of different settings including latchkey programs, summer camp, and lots of babysitting, she has learned many life lessons that will aid her in her future. She is truly looking forward to contributing to The Goddard School.
Miss Chelsea
Miss Chelsea is a graduate from LOHS. Throughout her junior year, she volunteered in a kindergarten class at Pine Tree Elementary and loved every minute of it. During her senior year, Miss Chelsea assisted at local daycare for a few hours each day in the Pre-K classroom. She has experience in working with children in other childcare settings, and is the eldest of seven children! Miss Chelsea has always loved being an older sister and having the opportunity to teach her brothers and sisters new things and watch them grow. She discovered her passion for helping and teaching about 6 years ago. Miss Chelsea is thrilled to become a part of The Goddard School!
Miss Jaime
Miss Jaime has been teaching for almost five years. She earned degrees in Social Work, Mental Health and Child Development. She also has worked as a volunteer EMT. Miss Jaime loves working with children and watching their endless learning, creativity and spirit. She looks forward to working with and getting to know all of our families.