Our Teachers

Education: B.S. in Restaurant Management and A.S. in baking and Pastry Arts from the Culinary Institute of America. Experience: Evin started her career in the restaurant industry in 2003. In 2011 she started her own bakery and in 2012 acquired a second bakery. Evin’s family has been in the Goddard family since 2009, when her brother and mother started the Goddard Buckhead location. Favorite Children’s Book: Where the Sidewalk Ends by Shel Silverstein Fun Fact: I can make fun sculpted cakes and grand wedding cakes!

Education: B.S. in Education from Georgia Southwestern State University and pursuing a Masters in Education Leadership Experience: Carla-Renee started her career in the public school system. In 2010, she moved to the Atlanta area and worked for a fortune 500 company before joining The Goddard Team in 2013. Favorite Children’s Book: Brown Bear, Brown Bear What do you see? Fun Fact: I have four little boys and I finally had a daughter in April of 2019. I enjoy coaching with my husband and attending sporting events with my boys. A new hobby of mine is coordinating and wearing matching outfits with my daughter.

Education: B.S. in Business Administration with a concentration in Management from Strayer University and an A.S. in Early Childhood Education. Experience: Angiee has been with the Goddard family since 2013. Previous to Goddard, she was with the public school system for a total of 5 years working with children from Kindergarten to Fifth Grade. Favorite Children’s Book: A Bad Case of Tattle Tongue by Julia Cook. Fun Fact: Angiee loves animals especially her dogs, Richard Parker & Charles Barkey!

Education: Masters Degree in Elementary Education from University of Massachusetts Boston Experience: Teaching in Early Childhood since 2013, experienced with school age children Favorite Children's Book: Corduroy Bear Fun Fact: Mr. Justin relocated from Massachusetts

Education: Ms. Rhea has a Child Development Assoociate. Experience: Before Goddard, Rhea worked at an elementary school for over nine years. Favorite Childrens Book: Charlotte's Web Fun Fact: Ms. Rhea was born in St. Croix, USVI and enjoys vacationing in the Caribbean.

Ms. Christine graduated from The University of Northern Florida with a BS degree in Nutrition & Dietetics. She has worked for over 10 years in the medical field but has been teaching K-5 for the past 3 years. Ms. Christine favorite children's books are "I Promise" by LeBron James and "The Places You Will Go" by Dr. Seuss. She loves to travel with her husband and son, she's been to 6 different countries and 10 states.

Ms. Shamara received her Technical Certificate of Credit in Early Childhood Education in July 2024. With more than 3 years of experience in childcare, she has served both as an assistant and a lead teacher. Her favorite book is Green Eggs and Ham by Dr. Seuss, as it highlights the importance of persistence and trying new things. An avid reader, Ms. Shamara enjoys exploring a variety of book genres in her free time.

Ms. Alexis has a Bachelors in Social Work from Troy University. Prior to working at The Goddard School, she worked in her field with a Family Violence Crisis Center. She is excited to work with children and be a part of their development. Her favorite children's book is Green Eggs & Ham. Ms. Alexis loves to play basketball and play the trumpet.

Mrs. Nashell is graduate of Grady High School and is currently attending Atlanta Technical College. She started working in the childcare industry in 2020. She favorite children's book is Hey Little Brown Girl. She loves working with children and is excited about working at our school.

Ms. Abby graduated from Independence High School in North Carolina and is currently pursuing a career as an Interior Designer. With 3 years of experience as an Assistant Teacher in a childcare setting, she has also spent over 8 years working at a summer camp. One of her favorite children's books is Rainbow Fish by Marcus Pfister, as it teaches valuable lessons about sharing, kindness, and friendship, which resonate with her own experiences. Ms. Abby played soccer in high school and still enjoys playing on weekends. She is also a proud mother to two beautiful daughters, aged 1 and 4.

Ms. Erielle is a dedicated professional in the childcare industry, committed to providing exceptional care and education to children. She is a graduate of South Cobb High School and holds a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential, demonstrating her expertise and commitment to early childhood development. With a career spanning since 2017, Ms. Erielle has gained valuable experience working with children of various age groups, nurturing their growth and supporting their learning. Currently, she is pursuing a degree in Human Services at Kennesaw State University, furthering her knowledge and skills in providing comprehensive care and support to individuals and families. Ms. Erielle's favorite children's book, "Oh, the places you'll go" by Dr. Seuss, reflects her belief in the limitless potential and bright futures of the children she interacts with.Outside of her professional pursuits, Ms. Erielle enjoys exploring new culinary experiences and trying different foods.

Education: Mrs. Jaya holds a Master degree in Biochemistry. Prior to Goddard she worked as an Assistant Teacher with infants and 2/3 years old. Favorite Children's Book: Mr. Monkey Bakes a Cake by Jeff Mack. Fun Fact: Mrs. Jaya like to travel, cook and read story books.

Education: Ms. Lynette holds a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential, demonstrating commitment to early childhood development. She has gained valuable experience working with the toddlers age group, nurturing their growth and supporting their learning. Her favorite children's book is The Little Blue Truck by Alice Schertle. Lynette moved here from California with her son. They both love to sing and dance together. She loves arts and crafts and loves getting her hands dirty in sensory play.

Education: Ms. Catheryn is currently pursuing a Bachelor Degree in Early Childhood Education at Highland College in WA. Experience: She was a counselor at several summer Art Camp for children and managed a youth sport group. Favorite Children's Book is Where The Wild Things Are by Maurice Sendak. Fun Fact: Ms. Catheryn is a freelance creator that love all forms of art. She loves working with kids of all ages and using art to connect and teach them.

Mrs. Ruth holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communications from Aquinas University of Legazpi in the Philippines. Before joining Goddard, she spent several years in Thailand as an English teacher, working with students from toddlers to elementary-aged children. Her favorite children's stories are "Jack and the Beanstalk" and "Little Red Riding Hood." Mrs. Ruth is passionate about singing and cooking!

Ms. Amaya is currently attending Georgia Northwestern Technical College pursuing an associate degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography. She has personal experience in the private childcare sector, as this will be her first time in a classroom setting she is ecstatic to start this new journey. Ms. Amaya favorite children's book is "Green Eggs and Ham" by Dr. Seuss. She enjoys cooking and trying new recipes.

Ms. Shanequa holds a Bachelor's degree in Psychology from the State University of New York at Potsdam. She has been working in childcare since 2009 and spent the last two years as a teacher at The Goddard School in New York. Her favorite children's book is "Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See?" Additionally, Ms. Shanequa is an enthusiastic fan of SpongeBob.

Ms. Yamilca is an experienced childcare professional with over 18 years of teaching experience, who is currently pursuing a Child Development Associate (CDA) certification to further enhance her skills. Ms. Yamilca is thrilled to join The Goddard School as she has a passion for early childhood education and believes that every child deserves a nurturing and stimulating environment to learn and grow. Ms. Yamilca's favorite children's books are The Giving Tree and Rainbow Fish. She believes that these books instill valuable lessons about generosity, kindness, and empathy, which are crucial for a child's social and emotional development. Ms. Yamilca has a particular interest in working with toddlers, as she finds them to be full of wonder and excitement, eager to learn and explore. She believes in creating a warm and welcoming classroom environment that fosters creativity, imagination, and critical thinking.

Education: Ms. Radiance was trained in culinary arts and management at the Atlanta Arts Institute and is licensed as a Health and Life Insurance Agent in Georgia. Experience: Prior to her role at Goddard, Ms. Radiance worked as an assistant teacher, contributing to the education, engagement, and nurturing of children. Favorite Children's Book: "Horton Hears a Who!" by Dr. Seuss. Fun Fact: Ms. Radiance is passionate about singing.

Education: Ms. Brianna holds an associate degree in early childhood education from Trident Technical College, South Carolina. Experience: With over five years in early childhood settings, Ms. Brianna served as Lead Teacher at the Goddard School of Mt. Pleasant, SC, before her present position at the Goddard School in Vinings. Favorite Children's Books: Her favorites include "Giraffes Can't Dance" by Giles Andreae and "The Little Blue Truck Series" by Alice Schertle. Ms. Brianna loves the beach and spending time with her 3 nephews and niece.

Ms. Anay earned an Associates Degree in Early Childhood Care and Education from Chattahoochee Tech and a Bachelor of Arts in Modern Language and Culture from Kennesaw State University. She is currently pursuing a Masters Degree in World Languages and Applied Intercultural Studies at Georgia State. Ms. Anay has five years of experience as a Toddler Assistant teacher and two years as a PreK Lead teacher. Her favorite children's book is Our Class is a Family by Shannon Olsen. Ms. Anay is an animal lover. She is Mom to 3 cats name Petra, Pancho and Maribeth also 2 dogs Charlie and Max.

Education: Ms. Taylor completed her high school education at Campbell High School in 2021 and subsequently attended the Industry Makeup Academy. Experience: With two years of teaching experience, Ms. Taylor has previously worked as an assistant and then as the lead teacher for children aged two to three years old before joining Goddard. Favorite Children's Books: "BIG" by Vashti Harrison and "Pinkalicious" by Victoria Kann. Fun Fact: Ms. Taylor holds a license in makeup artistry.

Education: Mr. Jay is a graduate from the Creative Amel Performing Arts School as a Musical Theater Major and Dance minor. He also toured as Aladdin with the Disney Cruise. He has a Bilingual CDA in Infant Toddlers and has been teaching since 2011. Experience: Mr. Jay has worked as an Assistant Teacher, Lead Teacher and was a teacher with a Spanish Immersion school Favorite Children's Book: Julian the Mermaid Fun Fact: Mr. Jay is a trained aerialist and worked with Knot Dance for 3 years.

Ms. Amanda attended the Montessori Teacher Education Institute of Atlanta. She worked as a Training Director for Chick-fil-A then made the switch to Early Childhood Education to become a Lead Teacher where she created a safe and nurturing environment that inspires and encourages growth. Just in Case You Ever Wonder by Max Lucado in one of her favorite children's books. Ms. Amanda is the proud mother of a 2-year-old son, Zackary. She lives by the daily mantra "Every day may not be a good day but there is always something good in every day."

Ms. Khamaria graduated from Georgia Military College in Fairburn, Georgia, with an Associates of Science in Biology. Prior to Goddard, she worked as a Lead Teacher, where she helped students learn and flourish. The Hungry Caterpillar by Eric Carle, If You Give a Mouse a Cookie by Laura Joffe Numeroff, and Goodnight Moon by Margaret Wise Brown are among Ms. Khamaria's favorite children's books. She enjoys solving sudoku, fill-in puzzles and to engage her family in board game activity.

Ms. Shyann holds an Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education from Chattahoochee Technical College and boasts four years of professional experience working with children. She continually broadens her expertise and utilizes her experience to assist children in meeting their developmental needs and objectives. Her preferred children's book is "Please Baby Please" by Spike Lee and Tonya Lewis Lee. Ms. Shyann is the proud owner of two cats, Greyson and Gracie, and prides herself on being an ice cream connoisseur.

Education: Mr. Devin is an alumnus of North Cobb High School, where he pursued Culinary Arts for three years and participated in the Band program. Experience: Before joining Goddard, Mr. Devin had no prior classroom experience, yet he is eager to embark on this new adventure. Favorite Children's Book: His preferred children's literature is Maurice Sendak's "Where the Wild Things Are." Fun Facts: An avid reader, Mr. Devin also plays the alto saxophone.

Education: Maria has her Child Development Associate. Experience: She has over 23 years of experience working with children. Favorite Children's Book: Cat in the Hat by Dr. Seuss. Fun Fact: Maria has a dog, two birds, two fish, and loves to plant.

Ms. Alex graduated from Valdosta State University with a bachelor's degree in health science. Prior to The Goddard School she worked as an Assistant teacher for over a year. Ms. Alex favorite children's book is "Llama, Llama and the Bully Goat". She loves to play basketball and played as a forward during middle school.

Education: Tera has a CDA Experience: Previous to Goddard, she has experience working with Toddler and Preschool children for a total of nine years. Favorite Children's Book: Bark George, Don’t Wake the Bear, I’ve got 2 Dogs. Fun Fact: She has a son and daughter that she adores!

Ms. Kayla is an aspiring professional in the field of Early Childhood Education, currently pursuing a degree in the subject. With a passion for working with young children, she has been actively involved in the childcare industry since 2020, gaining valuable experience and insight into the developmental needs of children. Having made the conscious choice to pursue a degree in Early Childhood Education, Ms. Kayla is driven by her desire to make a positive impact on the lives of young learners. She is particularly thrilled about the opportunity to work with Pre-K students, as she believes in the transformative power of early education and its ability to shape a child's future. "A Bad Case of the Stripes" is Ms. Kayla's favorite children's book, a delightful tale that captures her imagination and love for storytelling.Beyond her dedication to education, Ms. Kayla has a fun fact to share - she has two adorable dogs and a twin brother.

Education: Rebecca has two years of massage therapy schooling. Experience: She has volunteered at the boys and girls club and also has experience with babysitting. Favorite Children's Book: Green Eggs and Ham by Dr. Seuss. Fun Fact: Rebecca loves to play softball, kickball. She also loves to act.

Education: Ms. Litzy is a high school graduate. Experience: Prior to Goddard, Litzy worked at two other early childhood centers as a floating teacher. Favorite Children's Book: Pinkalicious by Victoria Kann & Elizabeth Kann Fun Fact: Ms. Litzy loves doing crafts and loves being creative!

Education: Senece is currently pursuing a Bachelors degree in middle level education at Georgia State University. Experience: She started working with children from ages 0-8 years old at the Children’s Museum of Atlanta. Favorite Children's Book: Are You My Mother? By P.D. Eastman Fun Fact: Senece was once EMT tech certified upon leaving high school.

Education: In school taking general education classes before formally declaring a major. Experience: Ms. Mikalia is new to the Child Care field but is eager to learn and loves children of all ages Favorite Children's Book: If you give a mouse a cookie Fun Fact: Ms. Mikalia is a certified lash technician

Ms. Catherin (Cathy) is a certified EKG technician currently pursuing studies in medical billing and coding at Emory University. Over the past three years, she has gained valuable experience working as a nanny for children of various ages. Now, she’s excited to transition into a formal childcare setting where she can share her passion for helping children grow, learn, and explore their curiosity. One of her favorite children’s books is The Foot Book by Dr. Seuss. A devoted Atlanta Braves fan, Ms. Cathy also has a deep love for animals.

Ms. Diane holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Hampton University in Virginia and later earned her teaching certification in the state of Georgia. She brings valuable experience from her time working with Atlanta Public Schools and is thrilled to transition to working with our young learners. Some of her favorite children’s books include Horton Hears a Who by Dr. Seuss and Why Mosquitoes Buzz in People’s Ears by Verna Aardema. A proud fourth-generation teacher, Ms. Diane enjoys adventures, going on walks, and spending quality time with her family.

Ms. Kayla (Kay) is a graduate of Thornridge High School in Dolton, Illinois. She began her professional journey at Dudley Beauty College, where she trained as an esthetician, before discovering her passion for Early Childhood Education. With more than two years of experience, Ms. Kay has held various roles, including Center Support and Assistant Teacher, where she plays an active part in supporting children's growth and development. She has a special love for children's books like There's a Wocket in My Pocket and Green Eggs and Ham by Dr. Seuss. In her free time, Ms. Kay enjoys doing lash extensions, tackling DIY projects, and spending time outdoors, whether it's at amusement parks or kayaking.