Meet Our Goddard Family

Our expertly trained and experienced teachers and staff blend the highest standards in early childhood education and development with nurturing care to help your child have fun while growing physically, intellectually, emotionally and socially.

Careers

If you want to help shape the hearts and minds of young children in a fun, nurturing environment, we’d love to have you work with us! We’re always looking for great teachers to join our family.

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Warm, Nurturing & Highly Trusted

Learning happens best in a warm and nurturing environment, which is why our teachers take the time to make sure your little one feels safe and cared for every day to help them develop a lifelong love of learning. 

Expertise & Skills

Our caring teachers are highly experienced in the best methods to support your child with teachable moments of exploration, discovery and learning each and every day. 

  •  Gina

    Gina

    On-Site Owner
    On-Site Owner • Master of Business Administration from Florida International University in 1996 • Entered Early Childhood Education in 2007 • Favorite Childhood Book: “The Giving Tree” by Shel Silverstein • Favorite Part of Teaching: Getting to love on the children.
  •  Shelley

    Shelley

    Director
    Director • Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education from Perimeter College in 2013. Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Administration from Ashford University in August 2015 • Entered Early Childhood Education in 2006 • Favorite Childhood Book: “Orchard Book of Nursery Rhymes” by Faith Jaques • Favorite Part of Teaching: Being an integral part in the love and learning the children receive daily.
  •  Krystle

    Krystle

    Assistant Director
    Assistant Director • Associates Degree in Child Development from Moraine Valley Chicago in May 2011 and Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education from Walton University in 2023 • Entered Early Childhood Education in 2008 • Favorite Childhood Book: “My Many Colored Day” by Dr. Seuss • Favorite Part of Teaching: Experiencing my student's unconditional love.
  •  Laura

    Laura

    Assistant Director
    Assistant Director • Child Development Associates in 2018 and Teaching Certification TCC from Lanier Tech in 2024 • Entered Early Childhood Education in 2006 • Favorite Childhood Book: "The Giving Tree" by Shel Silverstein • Favorite Part of Teaching: Being over curriculum allows me to utilize all the knowledge I have gained throughout the last decade in the classroom to better assist teachers in theirs. I love seeing our amazing curriculum in full action in the classrooms and children learning so much through play and interactions.
  • Mr Blake

    Mr Blake

    Afterschool
    After School / Camp Teacher • Bachelor's Degree in Youth Ministry in 2009 from Lee University • Entered Early Childhood Education in 2011 • Favorite Childhood Book: "Do Unto Otters" by Laurie Keller • Favorite Part of Teaching: I enjoy playing games with the kids. We have a fun building with blocks, playing cards, and all sports.
  •  Yorseliana

    Yorseliana

    Infants
    Infant Teacher • Child Development Associate in 2024 • Entered Early Childhood Education in 2020 • Favorite Childhood Book: "The Little Prince" by Antoine De Saint • Favorite Part of Teaching: I love connecting with babies and making sure they feel safe and heard. When a baby develops trust, they will be able to develop emotional regulation skills. I love singing and loving on the babies all day long.
  • Ms Ashley

    Ms Ashley

    Infants
    Infant Teacher • High School Diploma in 2017 • Entered Early Childhood Education in 2016 • Favorite Childhood Book: "God is Near By" by Kathy Long • Favorite Part of Teaching: Watching the children grow and getting to play with them everyday.
  • Ms Allie

    Ms Allie

    First Steps
    First Steps Teacher • Teaching Certification TCC from Lanier Tech 2024 • Entered Early Childhood Education in 2023 • Favorite Childhood Book: "The Giving Tree" by Shel Silverstein • Favorite Part of Teaching: Watching the progress of the children you pour your heart into and looking back and seeing how far they have come. Having a true impact on the future by helping raise the youth the best way I can.
  • Ms Jennae

    Ms Jennae

    First Steps
    First Steps Teacher • Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education from University of North Georgia in 2026 • Entered Early Childhood Education in 2019 • Favorite Childhood Book: "Hair Love" by Matthew A. Cherry • Favorite Part of Teaching: Seeing a child implement something I taught them. Seeing a child in amazement about learning something new.
  • Mrs Shannon

    Mrs Shannon

    Toddlers
    Toddler Teacher • Child Development Associate in 2024 • Entered Early Childhood Education in 2002 • Favorite Childhood Book: "The Magic School Bus" by Joanna Cole • Favorite Part of Teaching: Getting to see the children's smiling faces is my favorite! I love watching them grow from when they enter my class until the time they leave to the next class. Potty training is also a fun and exciting part, especially when it is successfully complete!
  •  Rosa

    Rosa

    Toddlers
    Toddlers Teacher • Graduated High School 2022 • Entered Early Childhood Education in 2022 • Favorite Childhood Book: "Hop on Pop" by Dr. Seuss • Favorite Part of Teaching: Watching the progression of the children when learning!
  •  Noelle

    Noelle

    Preschool 1
    Preschool I Teacher • Teaching Certification TCC from Lanier Tech 2024 • Entered Early Childhood Education in 2019 • Favorite Childhood Book: "I Love You Forever" by Robert Munsch • Favorite Part of Teaching: Creating memories and helping children learn in their own way.
  •  Undrell

    Undrell

    Preschool 1
    Preschool I Teacher • Child Development Associates from Lanier Tech in 2007 • Entered Early Childhood Education in 1989 • Favorite Childhood Book: "The Little Butterfly That Could" by Ross Burach • Favorite Part of Teaching: I enjoy giving the child and parent the love and security they need when apart from each other. I like being engaged in their daily learning and making it fun for them. I love seeing the joy on their faces when they accomplish a new skill. I look forward to their daily hugs.
  •  Christina

    Christina

    Preschool II
    Preschool II Teacher • Child Development Associates from Lanier Tech in 2006. Teaching Certification TCC from Lanier Tech in 2024 • Entered Early Childhood Education in 2006 • Favorite Childhood Book: "Harold and the Purple Crayon" by Crockett Johnson • Favorite Part of Teaching: I get to have the most rewarding and fun job in the world! Seeing the children light up when learning something new is such a blessing. They make my ordinary days, extraordinary.
  •  Martha

    Martha

    Preschool II
    Preschool II Teacher • Leadership Training Child Development 2008 • Entered Early Childhood Education in 1981 • Favorite Childhood Book: "The Cat in the Hat" by Dr. Seuss • Favorite Part of Teaching: Loving and caring for my children and hugging and making them feel safe.
  •  Kristen

    Kristen

    PPK
    Pre-K Teacher • Teaching Certification TCC from Lanier Technical College in 2021 • Entered Early Childhood Education in 2017 • Favorite Childhood Book: "The Crippled Lamb" by Max Lucado • Favorite Part of Teaching: Seeing the excitement in the eyes of the children as they learn and develop new skills. I truly believe it is a calling and so much more than just a job. I can't imagine doing anything else!
  •  Harmonie

    Harmonie

    Kindergarten
    Kindergarten Teacher • Child Development Associates in 2015, Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education from Liberty University in 2019 • Entered Early Childhood Education in 2007 • Favorite Childhood Book: "A Wrinkle in Time" by Madeleine L'Engle • Favorite Part of Teaching: Watching my students learn and grow.
  •  Patricia

    Patricia

    Floater
    Fabulous Floater • High School Diploma 1982 • Entered Early Childhood Education in 1997 • Favorite Childhood Book: "The Jungle Book" by Rudyard Kipling • Favorite Part of Teaching: Watching the children learn, play, and laugh.
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