Our Teachers

Ms. Laurie is our Center's Director. She holds a BS in Criminal Justice Administration and an Assoc. Degree in Early Childhood. She has over 20 years experience working with children which includes advocating for children in foster care through CASA in the Cobb County Juvenile court system. Ms. Laurie is originally from Deshler, OH and currently resides in Kennesaw, GA. Her favorite children's book is "A Wrinkle in Time." Her favorite children's song is "Itsy Bitsy Spider." Ms. Laurie loves working with children because she loves to make a positive difference in their lives. She finds being able to witness a child's educational and emotional growth very rewarding.

Ms. Giti has more than 16 years experience in childcare. She is originally from Tehran, Iran and currently resides in Kennesaw, GA. Her favorite children's book is "One Fish, Two Fish" and her favorite children's song is "Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star." Ms. Giti loves working with children because they make her day better and she loves knowing that the children are having fun in her care.

Assistant Infant Teacher

Assistant Teacher Infants

Ms. Elizabeth has a bachelor’s degree in Human Services from Kennesaw State University. She is from Woodstock, Georgia. Her favorite children's book is "Moo, Baa, La La La!” and her favorite children's song is "Yeti Stomp." Ms. Elizabeth enjoys working with children because she loves to watch their little minds work to figure out problems and learn new things.

Ms. Gretta has her Child Development Associate Credential and has been working in the early childhood education field for over 19 years. She is our Private Pre K teacher. She is from Acworth, GA. Her favorite children's book is "The Giving Tree" and her favorite children's song is "The World is a Rainbow." Ms. Gretta loves working with children because she loves the innocence of a child and their eagerness to learn. She loves how they love unconditionally.

Ms. Laurie holds a BS degree from KSU with a specialty certification in Elementary Education: Pre-K through 5th grade. Ms. Laurie is from Woodstock, GA. Her favorite children's book is "No More Monkeys Jumping on the Bed" and all Eric Carle books. Her favorite children's song is "The Number Rock." Ms. Laurie loves working with children and especially loves their honesty. Her goal is to develop great minds and nurture beautiful hearts.

Ms. Jane has been with The Goddard School since 2007 and has over 20 years experience working with children. She has an Associate’s Degree in Child Development. She is from Camden, SC and now resides in Woodstock, GA. Her favorite children's book is "The Kissing Hand" and her favorite children's song is "The Chicken Dance." Ms. Jane loves to work with children because she loves the "free hugs."

Assistant Pre-K1 Teacher

Ms. Amanda is our food preparation specialist.

Lead Preschool Teacher

Assistant Preschool 1 Teacher