Our Goddard School Teachers

Brielle and her husband Chad are the proud owners of Goddard School of Marietta. Brielle is on-site and is regularly involved with the families and teachers at our school. The Hooker Family purchased the school in May of 2023. Prior to joining The Goddard Family, Brielle received her Bachelor’s degree from Cabrini College in Graphic Design and her Master’s degree from Savannah College of Art and Design in Advertising. Brielle loves spending time with her three daughters (Elliana,Kennedy, and Hayden) and her husband, who you will often see around the school. She is originally from New Jersey and therefore loves to spend her free time at the Jersey Shore. Outside of school, you’ll find Brielle playing at the park with her girls, enjoying local restaurants or at the Yoga Studio. Brielle loves going into all the classrooms and hanging out with the kids, getting to know the children is her favorite

Miss Mickenzie is celebrating 6 years with Goddard! She has been working in childcare since 2015 and has a passion for helping and watching children grow and flourish. She has her Bachelor's Degree in Psychology. Mickenzie believes that all children are unique individuals that need a safe space to grow and explore. It is her desire to create a stimulating educational environment where students can grow physically, mentally, emotionally and socially to meet their full potential. Mickenzie was born and raised in Burlington Vermont. She lives in Acworth with her husband and French bulldog. They love going to dog parks and exploring new areas.

Miss Kathryn recently joined The Goddard School as our Operations Director. She just completed her in Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology and is excited to begin building her career in Early Childcare. She has a true passion in Early Childhood Development and is looking forward to being a part of the growth and learning journey of the children at The Goddard School. Studying Psychology has taught Miss Katheryn about the unique and individual ways each child learns as well as the best ways to foster development in and out of the classroom. She believes each child deserves access to a welcoming and supportive education environment. Miss Kathryn was born and raised in Metro Atlanta and is currently living in Buckhead with her partner and their cat, Juno. Outside of work, Kathryn enjoys painting, drawing, reading historical fiction novels, and baking.

Ms. Rachel has been joyfully teaching preschool since 2021. She holds an Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education with a specialization in exceptionalities and is BLS certified. With a deep passion for early learning, Ms. Rachel believes in nurturing young children and watching them grow into their unique, joyful selves. She is especially dedicated to helping little ones navigate big emotions with empathy, patience, and practical tools that support emotional development. Ms. Rachel believes that children are generally curious and learn best when they feel safe and comfortable in their classroom. Ms. Rachel has been happily married to her husband Grant, a veteran, since 2010. Together, they’re raising two boys, Nash and Ellis. When she’s not teaching, you’ll often find her cheering from the baseball sidelines or curled up with a good book at home, surrounded by her family and beloved dogs.

Mis. Alex is celebrating 2 years at Goddard! Mr. Alex has been working with children since 2020 in a PreK setting. He is currently finishing up his TCC in Early Childhood Education and plans on pursuing his education with an Associates in Early Childhood Education. Mr. Alex believes all children deserve to learn no matter what. Every child may not learn the same way but he plans to adjust his teaching style to fit each child's needs. Mr. Alex was recently married to his wife Anna. They have a dog named Saddie and a cat named Cleo. In his free time he enjoys going on hikes and doing DIY projects.

Miss Angela is celebrating 7 years at Goddard! Ms. Angela has her Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education and her Bachelors in Human Learning and Development and Educational Psychology. She also is working on her Masters in Special Education. She has been teaching young minds since 2015. Ms. Angela's philosophy is to provide a creative and safe learning environment for students to enjoy and explore educational possibilities. She loves to motivate her students with research, experiment and drawing their own conclusions. She was born smiling and raised as a Southern Georgia Peach. She enjoys arts and crafts, photography, scrap-booking and family time. She has a nine year old daughter who graduated from this Goddard School in 2016. She is reminded everyday that life is worth living with laughter.

Miss Andrea is celebrating 2 years at Goddard! Miss Andrea has been in Early Childcare for 4 years after spending 12 years as a Stay at Home mom. She has been married for 15 years and has two beautiful, teenage daughters and a little poodle named, Kenko. She believes every child is unique with their own learning style and by showing them love and patience, you can teach them anything. When Miss Andrea is not working, she loves spending time with her family and watching movies.

Miss Ashley received her bachelor’s degree in psychology from Penn State and has been working with children for as long as she can remember. From working as a babysitter to working as an Assistant Teacher in a childcare center. Miss Ashley’s favorite thing about being in early education is seeing the growth in children. Miss Ashley believes all children deserve support, comfort, and patience. While in the classroom, she finds it extremely important to give her students the space to learn, ask questions, and find out who they are. Guiding kids towards reaching their full potential in life was a huge part of her work at Big Brothers Big Sisters, and she is excited to continue that at The Goddard School. As a New York native, she loves going home to visit family and friends whenever she is available. She is currently enjoying her new home in Georgia and loves exploring everything that Atlanta has to offer. When Miss Ashley isn’t working, she enjoys photography, hiking, traveling, watc

Miss Nneka is celebrating 2 years at Goddard! She grew up with a love of teaching that was passed down from her mother. She originally began her associate in early childhood education and finished with her Degree in Hospitality and Tourism Management. She later found that her passion was in teaching children which is what lead her back to Early Childhood Development. Nneka is a mother of two beautiful, awesome children and two cats! She loves trying new restaurants with her family, watching movies, and reading books. Miss Nneka believes all children are teachable, creative, and fun! The giggles make any task easier!

Miss Nancy is celebrating 3 years at Goddard! Nancy has been working with children for over 22 years. She has a Bachelor of Science degree in child development. She believes all children are curious and independent little people that are eager to learn. Nancy is married and has two children. Her oldest is special needs which has opened up a new world to her. She believes every day is a new day with new challenges and beginnings. She has two longhaired dachshunds that love her attention! She enjoys gardening, reading, cooking and loves spending time with family and friends.

Miss Jaida is celebrating 1 year at Goddard. She has been working in Early childcare for 5 years. Before beginning her career in childcare, she was a substitute teacher for K-12 for a year. She is planning to obtain her CDA and wants to continue her career in Early Childhood Education. Miss Jaida believes that with patience and love, children are capable of anything. She aims to have a positive attitude, open mind, and high expectations for her students. Miss Jaida thinks that all children have wonderful imaginations and loves for children to express their creativity through play. Miss Jaida was born and raised in Mississippi and has a 3-year-old named Zoie. In her free time, she plays soccer and is also a social media content creator. She enjoys spending time with loved ones and going to church.

Miss Galina moved from Russia when she was 23 years old and has been dedicated to working with young children ever since. With a degree in Education, she is passionate about helping little ones grow, learn, and discover their potential. She believes in using positive discipline and nurturing every child’s unique gifts. Miss Galina considers it a joy and privilege to care for children each day. She has always been naturally curious and loves learning—she has even studied several languages, including German, French, Italian, Spanish, and Haitian Creole!

Miss Zeidi is celebrating 1 year at Goddard! Miss Zeidi has been working in Early Childcare since she was 15 years old and is currently in school working towards a nursing degree. She believes that all children have the right to an education and that they should have fun at school while also learning. Miss Zeidi is the oldest of 5 siblings and a dog who gets treated like another child. When Miss Zeidi is not studying or at work, she loves dancing, forklorico. She’s been dancing and playing sports since as long as she can remember.

Miss Amelia has been working with children since 2019 and is hoping to complete her CDA which she recently began. She believes all children deserve to be loved and that they should have the resources to learn and grow. Miss Amelia is 1 of 5 siblings and moved from Massachusetts in 2021. She has 1 cat and recently added another dog to her family. Outside of work she enjoys art, music, and spending time with her family.

Miss Madison is celebrating 2 years at Goddard! Miss Madison has been working with children for 5 years and is currently earning her Bachelor's Degree is Early childhood Education. She believes that children are naturally curious and learn best when they can explore their curiosity. She comes from a large family, Madison is one of 6 children and has 2 dogs. Her favorite things to do are hiking, reading, and baking.

Miss Erin has been working in the classroom with children for over five years. Additional to this she has been nannying for over 8 years! She has a bachelors degree in human development, human services, and psychology. Miss Erin believes that every child deserves a chance to thrive in the classroom. She is originally from Winchester, MA and has lived in GA for over 15 years. In her free time Miss Erin is busy loving on her goldendoodle, Coco, and traveling to the New England states with her family!

Miss Paula is celebrating 1 year at Goddard! Ms. Paula has been in Early Education for 35 years. She was an owner/Operator of a non-Profit multisite Child Care Agency, a Discovery Point and Private Stem school. In addition, she worked for the Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning where she evaluated in home and child care centers. Ms. Paula is also a Red Cross First Aid and CPR Trainer and recently moved to Marrietta. She believes Teaching children is a WHOLE CHILD process. Every moment is TEACHABLE MOMENT! Making young children feel safe and comfortable is the foundation of opening minds and opening hearts. Children are naturally curious and giving them opportunities to explore and question is one of the best ways to help them learn. She enjoys writing, reading, biking, swimming and anything outdoors.

Miss Katrina has been working with children for four years. She believes that all children should feel seen and her purpose is to help guide children to their full potential. Outside of work she loves to spend time with her family and her two pets, a cat and a lizard. Miss Katrina is currently in school to become a pediatric ER nurse while her fiance is enlisted in the Air Force.

Mis Mia is celebrating 1 year at Goddard! Miss Mia has been working with children for over 4 years and is currently pursuing her degree in Early Childhood Education. She believes that all children deserve respect. From her experience kids respond best to modeled behaviors and lots of patience. In Miss Mia’s free time she enjoys reading, writing, and enjoying nature with her dog, Annie. Her favorite activity to do in her class is reading to the children and listening to all the funny things they have to say.

Miss Samantha is a mother of six beautiful children. She has her degree in early childhood education and has been in childcare for almost 24 years. She loves working with children and receiving feed back from the parents. She hopes that all the parents see her love of teaching through their children. Miss Samantha loves being with her family, and doing nails!

Miss Madison has been working with children for over 5 years, originally as a nanny and continuing in Early Childhood Education. She hopes to get her CDA to continue her education and become a lead teacher. Miss Madison believes that all children grow at a different rate and finds it important to provide a nurturing environment that they can learn and develop. Before coming to the Goddard School Miss Madison has taken a short break from childcare to be a stay at home mother to her daughter Aspen!

Miss Tomeka has over 15 years of experience working with children. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Interdisciplinary Studies with a concentration in Early Childhood Special Education. She is passionate about creating opportunities for every child to develop their unique identity and authentic sense of self. In her free time, Miss Tomeka enjoys exploring the outdoors with her husband and son. After a busy day, she often unwinds by watching inspiring true stories through documentaries or biographies.

Miss Christy is originally from New Orleans, LA. She has her associates in child development and has been working with children for many years! Outside of work Miss Christy has three amazing children along with her husband and their three fur babies. She is excited for the opportunity to be a part of helping young learners unfold into the bright stars that they are!

Miss Elise is celebrating 2 years with Goddard! Miss Elise, or as her friends call her, Lissie, has worked with children for over 4 years, between working as a counselor in day camps and at other schools. She is getting her degree from Kennesaw University and is majoring in Public Relations. She loves dancing, writing, and spending time with those closest to her. She has been dancing for 14 years and is particularly passionate about choreography. She believes all children deserve to be treated with love and respect, as well as learning in a fun and comfortable environment.

Miss Shelby has been working with children of all ages for nine years and has spent the past five years as a preschool teacher. She is CPR and First Aid certified and is passionate about creating a nurturing and engaging classroom where every child feels valued and excited to learn. She believes it is her responsibility as a teacher to provide a positive and safe learning environment that encourages curiosity, kindness, and collaboration. She strives to foster both academic growth and social-emotional development in her students. Maintaining open and consistent communication with parents is also very important to her, as she values building strong, trusting relationships between home and school. Outside of the classroom, Miss Shelby is married and has one child, along with four pets—including a tortoise her husband named Shell’B. One of her favorite travel destinations is Iceland, and when she’s home, she enjoys caring for her plants, even if she admits to being a “struggling plant m