Our Teachers

For Cinnamon, joining the Goddard family was the culmination of a life long journey in the Early Childhood Education field. Cinnamon has always been passionate about working with children and being part of her community. This led her to open a home-based childcare center in Lakenheath, England so she could nurture her son’s growth while serving and helping meet the childcare needs of the military community. Though her degree is in business, she stayed close to her roots. Her career path has led her from teacher turned Director, to Operations Director to ultimately becoming an owner of The Goddard School of Woodstock. Her goal and promise to you is to make your family’s Goddard experience unparalleled by providing a nurturing and educational environment for your children to become confident life-long learners.

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. Kaltrina has a bachelor's degree in Education. She is originally from Albanian, Kosovo and currently resides in Woodstock, Georgia. Her favorite children's book is "A,B,C Universe" and her favorite children's song is "Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star." Ms. Kaltrina enjoys working with children and loves to see their excitement when they are learning new skills.

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. Carol has an Associates in Early Childhood Education. She was previously a Head Start teacher. She is originally from Ohio. Her favorite children's book is "The Very Lazy Ladybug" and her favorite children's song is "Going On a Bear Hunt." Ms. Carol loves being in the presence of young children while they learn about their world. She believes their enthusiasm and excitement is simply contagious!

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