Our Goddard School Teachers

Krupal and her husband Jessy Singh are the owners of The Goddard School of Roswell (Holcomb Bridge). Krupal is the on-site owner and is involved with working with families and teachers at the school. The Singh family purchased the school in August of 2023. Prior to joining The Goddard Family, Krupal received her Bachelor's degree from Georgia State University in ECE (Early Childhood Education) with an endorsement in ESOL and her Master’s degree from Kennesaw State University in ECE with an endorsement in reading. Krupal and Jessy have a daughter, Saavi who is also enrolled in the school. On the weekends the Singh family enjoys spending time with Saavi at the park and exploring the Atlanta area with their little one. Krupal was a teacher for 8 years prior to starting her Goddard journey, therefore she loves being in the classroom and spending time with all of the sweet kiddos at the school. You might even catch her in a classroom dancing with the littles.

Ms. Zina has been the director at The Goddard School of Roswell II since April 2012. She has a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology/Administration of Justice and a Master's Degree in Education. Ms. Zina's goal is to create an emphasis on an education-based family environment for parents, students, and faculty. This is what has always attracted her to The Goddard School. Before joining The Goddard School of Roswell II, Ms. Zina was a director at another Goddard School, which she joined in 2000. She believes that it is exciting to offer a highly individualized play-based preschool program and watch a child develop during their formative years. Ms. Zina's daily responsibility is to oversee the educational curriculum at the school, keep teachers inspired and motivated at all times, and be present for parents if and when they need assistance. Ms. Zina enjoys spending time with her daughter Amber, listening to Jazz and loves trying different restaurants.

Miss Pam has been an assistant director at The Goddard School of Roswell II since February 2016. Before beginning her journey at this Goddard School, she was an assistant director at another Goddard from 2002-2015. Miss Pam also has experience in teaching private kindergarten while at Goddard. Overall, she has been with Goddard since 2002. She holds a Bachelor’s in Business Administration, a TTC, and a CDA. Miss Pam loves watching young children learn and grow. Watching them transition, is always the best part. She enjoys watching them understand new things in a safe, fun, and loving environment. Miss Pam married the love of her life in April 2001. She enjoys traveling, reading, and spending time with family and friends.

Mrs. Shohreh has been working with children since 2003 and became a part of the Goddard School family in 2011, where she earned her CDA in 2017. She possesses a profound passion for children and delights in their company. Her teaching methods are characterized by meticulous attention to detail, and she firmly believes that investing in knowledge yields the greatest returns. One aspect she eagerly anticipates is meeting her students every morning, dedicating time to get to know them, understanding their needs, and aid in nurturing their skills from a young age. When she is not working, Mrs. Shohreh enjoys spending time with her son, savoring delicious coffee, and cooking the most delicious Persian cuisine.

Ms. Sheri is a mother of two children Saniya and Marcus. She has been at Goddard since August 2014 and has worked in all of the classrooms. She received her Child Development Associate in Preschool in 2008. Currently, she is working on her Child Development in Infant & Toddler while also working on her Early Childhood Education TCC Diploma. Although, she has been in every class since she's been working at Goddard, she is currently leading our Jumping Jaguars classroom. Ms. Sheri loves seeing the children learn through play while being able to explore and have a great imagination. She is also able to plan and carry out a curriculum that focuses on different areas of child development, depending on the needs of children and on the subject matter. What makes her class so unique is that every child gets to be themselves and feel welcome into a home away from home environment. During her spare time, she enjoys going to the park, walking trails, volunteering and spending time with family.

Miss Nikki has been a part of The Goddard School since 2016. She is the lead teacher in the Graceful Gazelles classroom. She has been working with children for years and finds it to be a very joyful and pleasant experience. Miss Nikki has her CDA (Child Development Associate) credential, which provided her with extensive knowledge and skills in child development, teaching strategies, and creating supportive learning environments for young children. Her duties consist of teaching the children their independent skills, such as potty training and hand washing, while also helping the children strengthen their social and emotional skills. Helping children learn has always been a joy to Miss Nikki, and she truly feels as though she always has a great group of kiddos to love and inspire here at the Goddard. During Miss Nikki's free time, she loves to journal and watch movies with her three teens and husband.

Ms.Mary has been a teacher at the Goddard School since September 2019 and has been working in our Georgia Pre-K program since November 2021. She plans to pursue her degree in ECE and someday have her very own classroom. The children and teachers have so much fun in the Hooting Owls class! Ms.Mary continuously encourages the kids to learn through play and exploration. She pushes the children always to express themselves freely! She is very big on the social/emotional aspect of pre-k, and helping the children learn how to process their emotions, make friends, and learn how to problem solve. In her class, they love to do fun crafts and play fun new learning games and activities each week! Music Is also a big thing in the Hooting Owls class. They LOVE to jam! In Ms.Mary’s free time, she enjoys spending time with her precious daughter, Leilani. She also spends a lot of time doing her side jobs and hobbies which include photography, babysitting, and tutoring!

Ms. Jalissa has been a teacher at The Goddard School since 2019. She is currently working on obtaining a bachelor's degree in Science and Elementary, as well as getting her CDA. Ms. Jalissa's positivity and vibrant energy are exhibited throughout her classroom. She always puts her kiddos first no matter what. Her students are always seen working on hands-on activities, thinking outside of the box, and learning new material each and every day. Ms. Jalissa never fails to get on the same level as her students to help them feel as though they are learning from one another. During her spare time, Ms. Jalissa enjoys spending time with her sweet babies, Kennedi, Kashytn, and Kai'Lynne. She also loves using her Cricut to display her creativity.

Mrs. Donna (Mandana) has been at The Goddard School since April 2022. She has a bachelor’s degree in Social Science and loves being around the littles at our school. Ms. Donna displays flexibility by assisting all teachers and classrooms. Ms. Donna works with all age groups and enjoys being able to watch infants to pre-k kiddos grow. She continuously shows kindness, patience and love. Her favorite part of being an assistant teacher is helping other teachers and working with kids from different ages, that she believes is a blessing and honor. She believes that The Goddard School is a great place to work with great people and meet great parents too. When she is not working, she likes to spend time with friends and family and of course go shopping.

Mrs. Soma Bhattacharya has been a member of The Goddard Family since September 2021. She has her bachelor’s and master’s degrees in physics. Mrs. Soma then went on to complete a bachelor’s degree in education and obtained a teaching training course from India. Teaching runs in Mrs. Soma’s family, which is where her passion stems from. She has several years of experience in teaching in different middle and high schools in India. Mrs. Soma also has a GACE certificate in ECE and looks forward to obtaining her CDA. After moving to Georgia, she started working as a preschool teacher at a Goddard School in a different area for 2 years and as a Substitute teacher in Cobb County Elementary school system for a year before joining The Goddard School on Holcomb Bridge my current position. Meditation and music are in her daily routine. She learned Indian classical dance (Kathak) and Hindustani classical vocal. Her favorite children’s song is 'Doe a Deer". She can connect easily with diverse music.

Mrs. Venus is a dedicated and compassionate teacher with a bachelor's degree in business management, earned at Azad University in Delijan, Iran, in 2002-2003. Since May 2022, Mrs. Venus has been working as an Assistant Teacher at The Goddard School. She has had the privilege of engaging with both children and their parents, fostering positive relationships within the school community. Her responsibilities include assisting in teaching children new skills and concepts daily, and contributing to their growth and development as they prepare for their future. Outside of work, she is committed to furthering her professional development by studying the CDA (Child Development Associate) course with a focus on Pre-K education and enhancing her ability to provide quality care and education to young children. At home, her #1 priority is spending quality time with her two children, Amytis and Datis.

Ms. Ashley has been at Goddard since February of 2019. She always walks in with a smile on her face and continues to display love and positivity. We love Ms. Ashley's willingness to go above and beyond for her students and the teachers at the school. Ms. Ashley has many different roles at our schools. She works with all of the diverse grade levels, while also supporting teachers in preparing snacks for the day. One day, you'll find Ms. Ashley with the infants and the next day she might be supporting teachers in the toddler classrooms. During her free time, Ms. Ashley enjoys cheering and dancing!

Ms. Aleacia joined The Goddard Family in October 2023. She has created and continues to create a warm environment in our Playful Panda’s classroom. Before she started her Goddard journey, she was a CNA (Certified Nurse Assistant), where she worked with the elderly in supporting them with their needs. Ms. Aleacia has an associates in Medical Office Technology at Asher’s School of Business and a bachelor’s in Science from Point University. She enjoys working at her Church, where she does community volunteering and serving the Church. Ms. Alecia has a heart of Gold and loves taking care of people and children. She specifically adores her infants. She loves being able to watch the drastic growth. She feels as though there is a lot of bonding and building connections with both her babies and their families. During Ms. Aleacia’s spare time, she enjoys shopping, cooking (Cajun food), relaxing, and watching movies. She adores her 7-year-old daughter, Brooke, and loves to spend time with her.

Teaching is an absolute passion of Ms. Tiffany's. She is married to the love of her life and has a daughter, who also attends The Goddard School. She enjoys doing all things Pre-K, from planning activities to even coaching other Pre-K teachers on how to manage a classroom full of personalities inside of her online coaching program. They know Ms. Tiffany as the "Pre-K Boss," so I guess you can say she eats, sleeps, and breathes Pre-K! Ms. Tiffany started at The Goddard School in December 2023. Ms. Tiffany has experience teaching here in Roswell, Peachtree Corners, and overseas in Montpellier, France, as well. Ms. Tiffany loves teaching Pre-K, and it is her mission to instill a love for learning in her students so that they develop a desire to become lifelong learners. Getting her students beyond ready for Kindergarten is her ultimate goal to see them exceed her expectations.

Miss Navkrit has been at The Goddard School since April 2024. She holds a Bachelor's Degree in Education and has dedicated the past three years to working as an assistant teacher in India. She finds immense joy in facilitating circle time, where young learners gather to engage, imitate, and absorb new concepts. It’s incredibly rewarding to see parents notice the skills their children have acquired and the excitement they bring home. She is also committed to ensuring the safety and health of her students, providing a secure and nurturing environment. Miss Navkrit's approach is rooted in being loving, compassionate, caring, and attentive to each child's needs. She is happily married and a devoted mother to two wonderful girls who inspire her daily. Together, they love exploring the great outdoors and embracing nature’s adventures, from climbing trees to painting their creative dreams.

Ms. Angie is currently a student at Georgia State University, majoring in Early Childhood Education. In July 2024, she joined The Goddard School. She works as a floater, where she assists various teachers whenever they need to leave early or attend to other responsibilities. This position allows Ms. Angie to gain a broad range of experience in different classroom settings and teaching styles. Through her interactions with the children, she can tell the importance of kindness and mutual respect. She encourages the children to be kind to each other and to love everyone, keeping a positive environment. Her dedication to promoting these values reflects her passion for making a meaningful impact in the lives of young learners.

Mrs. Riya has been with Goddard since Oct 2024. She is originally from Kolkata, India, and she holds a Bachelor's Degree in Electronics Engineering. Mrs. Riya served as a Level 3 Mentor at DeKalb County School District, guiding students at Austin Elementary School. After spending time with the students, she realized her passion for pursuing a career in childhood development. As a teacher in Dancing Dolphins, Mrs. Riya's responsibilities include creating lesson plans, working on strengthening toddlers' fine motor skills, engaging them with fun activities, and fostering a balanced environment in the classroom. Mrs. Riya enjoys spending quality time with her husband and son, especially traveling to different places together. As an Indian classical dancer with an active social media presence, she shares her love for travel and the arts. Her diverse background combines engineering expertise with a dedication to mentorship, cultural expression, and global exploration.

Mrs. Mallika has been at The Goddard School since October 2024. During the start of her journey here at The Goddard School, Mrs. Mallika took over a classroom, while a teacher was on maternity leave. It quickly became evident that Mrs. Mallika loved being around children. Her creativity is seen through the diverse activities that the students work on in her classroom. She creates an environment of love and warmth that exudes throughout the school. Mrs. Mallika loves working on art projects with her students. She also encourages children to use their imagination. Before joining The Goddard School, Mrs. Mallika was a Teaching Training Coordinator for 6 years in India. She also worked as a lead teacher in pre-kindergarten, where she taught environmental studies. Mrs. Mallika has her bachelor’s degree in Social Studies and holds a Montessori diploma course. During Ms. Mallika’s spare time, she enjoys singing and cooking. She loves spending time with both of her children, Riyaz and Reeha.