Our Goddard School Teachers

Brittany Buttrey brings a strong background in business management & community engagement to her role as Managing Partner at The Goddard School of Athens. An Oconee native & UGA Grad, she has built her career around supporting educational & service-based organizations through efficient operations, clear communication, & people-first leadership. Brittany is passionate about creating meaningful experiences & relationships with local families. Her professional experience includes hospitality leadership as well as entrepreneurship, business & government administration, & non-profit work. Outside of work, she enjoys making memories with her husband & young daughter, who is a student of the flagship class of Goddard Athens! She especially loves working in environments that center children & families, & believes every child deserves to be valued & supported. Brittany is honored to be part of the team building a much-needed learning institution for the families in the Oconee/Athens area.

Susan Hunt brings over 20 years of leadership in early childhood education, administration, and advocacy. This dynamic educator brings a wealth of experience and a renewed commitment to student success. She has served as Head of School, Early Care Specialist, Center Supervisor, and CLASS Assessor, excelling in program management, staff development, and compliance. Her academic foundation includes a Master of Arts in Teaching and a Bachelor’s degree in Sociology. A passionate mentor and communicator, she fosters inclusive, high-quality learning environments and strong family partnerships. At Goddard, she looks forward to offering adaptability, enthusiasm, and a proven track record of elevating educational outcomes.  

Akshi is thrilled to be able to provide The Goddard School’s outstanding program to the children & families in the Athens-Watkinsville community. “Our mission is to create a better world through early childhood education. Every day we embrace this mission by working to create an environment where children can learn, grow & thrive." Akshi's connection to Goddard School runs deep. Akshi joined the Goddard School family as an administrator. This firsthand experience inspired her & her husband to open & own their first Goddard School in 2018. Her family wholeheartedly believes in the Goddard School's approach, a belief reinforced by her sons' positive experiences as graduates of the program. Beyond the School, Akshi’s family cherishes time spent watching baseball & basketball, exploring nature through hiking, & broadening their horizons through travel & diverse culinary adventures. You'll often find Akshi & her husband enthusiastically supporting their boys on the baseball field.

Viral is thrilled to be able to provide The Goddard School’s outstanding program to the children & families in the Athens-Watkinsville community. Viral had the vision for opening a Goddard School over a dozen years ago when he and his wife were searching for quality childcare for their son. Since that time, he has opened three additional schools, became a Goddard Circle of Excellence Franchisee*, and has had both of his kids start their Goddard journey as infants through graduation at his schools. In their spare time, Viral’s family enjoys watching SEC & ACC football & basketball, playing golf, CrossFit & travelling with family and friends. *Goddard Circle of Excellence is awarded to the top 5% of all Goddard franchisees nationwide based on highest parent satisfaction responses, and maintaining rigorous education, health and safety standards.