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. 

  • Ms Nima

    Ms Nima

    Owner
    Ms. Nima is the proud owner of The Goddard School Snellville. Nima graduated Cum Laude from The University of Georgia with a Bachelor’s degree in Finance. She is a proud mother of a son, Riyan, being a student at The Goddard School. Ms. Nima has always had an interest in early childhood education and understands the need for a quality educational environment for young children to help them grow academically and socially. She welcomes you to The Goddard family!
  • Ms Kathleen

    Ms Kathleen

    Director
    Ms. Kathleen is truly excited and proud to be the Operations Director of The Goddard School. She has been working in Early Childhood Education since 1998. She has a passion for working with children and providing an early childhood environment where children and their families feel comfortable and safe. She has two wonderful boys, Aaron and Sean. Ms. Kathleen has a Child Development Associates and her Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education with a Specialization in Infant and Toddler. She believes that a quality early childhood education is the key to developing lifelong learners. She is dedicated to each child and family attending The Goddard School.
  • Ms Nikole

    Ms Nikole

    Education Director
    Ms. Niki is our Education Director for The Goddard School Snellville. She has her Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education from University of Nebraska and also her teaching certification in Early Childhood Education. Ms. Niki comes to The Goddard School with over 20 years of experience working with children in both private and public school settings. She held the position of Director at The Goddard School in Wentzville, Missouri for five years before joining us here in Georgia. Ms. Niki understands the importance of providing children with a solid foundation of education at a young age in order to produce educated, confident, and courageous, young adults for our communities.
  • Ms Markeita

    Ms Markeita

    Assistant Director
    Ms. Markieta is the our Assistant Director. She has her Early Childhood Education Degree. Ms. Markieta believes successful formative education takes a team effort from both parents and teachers. She encourages parents to remain engaged with her so that their children will benefit from the very best educational experiences offered by The Goddard School and it's teaching methods.
  • Ms Deborah

    Ms Deborah

    Lead Teacher
    Ms. Debbie is the Lead Teacher in our "Baby Bunnies" classroom. She has been teaching since 2003 and gained many years of experience working with young children. She enjoys helping her students develop in all areas of learning.
  • Ms Traci

    Ms Traci

    Lead Teacher
    Ms. Traci is the Lead Teacher in our toddler, "Playful Parrots" classroom. She has her CDA and has been working with children since 1990. Ms. Traci is bubbly and charismatic. She also loves to dance and conduct circle time with small children.
  • Ms MarieClaire

    Ms MarieClaire

    Lead Teacher
    Ms. MarieClaire is the Lead Teacher in our "Busy Bees” classroom. She has a Business Degree from Drake Business Institute in New York and a Child Development Associates Degree. She has been working in Early Childhood Education since 2006. She enjoys teaching and caring for young children. She strives to create a safe, nurturing environment where children can grow and learn through play.
  • Ms Cierra

    Ms Cierra

    Lead Teacher
    Ms. Cierra is the Kindergarten/ First Grade teacher in our "Reading Raccoons" classroom. She has her Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education and over ten years of experience working with children. Ms. Cierra is fun and energetic. She loves to differentiate instruction, conduct cool experiments, and incorporate physical activities in all of her lessons.
  • Ms Tameka

    Ms Tameka

    Lead Teacher
    Ms. Tameka is the Lead Teacher in our Pre-Kindergarten “Outstanding Owls” classroom. She has an Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education and has been working with children since 2000. She enjoys teaching and exploring with the children in the classroom and provides them with demonstrations of positive, appropriate behaviors. She gives them many opportunities for interactive, hands-on learning experiences.
  • Ms Tanya

    Ms Tanya

    Lead Teacher
    Ms. Tanya is our Lead Teacher in our Pre-K ”Scholarly Squirrels" classroom. With previous Goddard School experience, Ms. Tanya has her CDA and a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting. She has a passion for teaching young children and inspiring them to reach their fullest potential.
  • Ms Anitza

    Ms Anitza

    Assistant Teacher
    Ms. Anitza is the Assistant Teacher in our toddler "Climbing Caterpillars" classroom. She has lots of experience working with children. Ms. Anitza adds to the lives of children by providing them with a safe and nurturing environment that encourages their social, emotional, physical, and intellectual development.
  • Ms Jamesetta

    Ms Jamesetta

    Assistant Teacher
    Ms. Etta is the Assistant Teacher in our Pre-K "Outstanding Owls" classroom. She brings in much expertise with over a decade of experience in early childhood education. Ms. Etta offers a nurturing environment where young children can grow and thrive.
  • Ms Lilani

    Ms Lilani

    Assistant Teacher
    Ms. Lilani is our Assistant Teacher in our “Busy Bees” classroom. Ms. Lilani is obtaining her CDA and holds extensive experience in education specializing in Toddler education. Ms. Lilani is honored to make a difference in the lives of these young children.
  • Ms Sofka

    Ms Sofka

    Kitchen Coordinator
    Ms. Sofia is our Kitchen Manager here at The Goddard School. Ms. Sofia’s country of origin is Bulgaria and has lived in Georgia since 2012. Ms. Sofia has her Bachelor’s in Accounting and Monetary Resources. She says she loves being a part of The Goddard School family because she enjoys being with the children and the staff to provide a caring heart and support.
  •  Marquita

    Marquita

    Assistant Teacher
    Ms. Marquita (Kia) is the Assistant Teacher in our Kindergarten and First Grade “Reading Raccoons” classroom and is also our Afterschool Teacher. She has been working with children since 1999. Ms. Marquita loves to differentiate her lessons to meet her students’ individual needs.
  •  Alexandra

    Alexandra

    Co-Teacher
    Ms. Alexandra (Alex) is a co-teacher in our Preschool “Bluebirds” classroom. She has her bachelor’s degree in Sports Management and has been working with children for over three years. Ms. Alex loves conducting phonic lessons and helping her children learn sights words.
  • Ms Amaya

    Ms Amaya

    Co- Teacher
    Ms. Amaya is the co-teacher in our “Marvelous Monkeys” classroom. She is currently working towards her degree in Childhood Development. She takes great pleasure in helping children with their gross motor skills. Ms. Amaya offers a nurturing learning environment where the children’s personalities can blossom.
  •  Aliciah

    Aliciah

    Assistant Teacher
    Ms. Aliciah is the Assistant Teacher in our Pre-K "Outstanding Owls" classroom. She has been working with kids for over three years. Ms. Aliciah loves to read interactive stories with her students and loves to see their personalities thrive.
  •  Keyonna

    Keyonna

    co teacher
    Ms. Keyonna is a co-teacher in our Preschool “Bluebirds” classroom. She has been working with children since 2005. She loves to paint with her students. Ms. Keyonna greatest pleasure is making a difference in her students’ education
  • Ms Marium

    Ms Marium

    Assistant Teacher
    Ms. Marium is our assistant teacher in our "Busy Bees" classroom. She loves to interact with all our different age groups. She has over six years of experience working with children as well. Ms. Marium loves to read interactive stories to young children.
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