Our Goddard School Teachers

Lauren has a B.A. in Elementary Education from IUPUI and a Master’s in Educational Leadership and Supervision from Ball State University. She has over ten years’ experience in education working with children of all ages, including a position as Dean of Students for a middle and high school. Lauren's teaching philosophy is that all children are able to learn in a play-based, hands-on surrounding that challenges them to think and grow every day. She believes that we have a responsibility to model for children what it means to be a good citizen in order to prepare them for their future. Her major goal as Onsite Owner is to ensure that each child in our school receives a quality education in a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment. Lauren has not only been an employee for The Goddard School but a family as well. She has seen the benefits of having a child attend a Goddard School and is excited about the opportunity of being the Onsite Owner.

Andrea graduated from Ball State University with a Bachelor's in General Studies, with minors in Family and Consumer Science and Theatre. Andrea is currently attending Walden University to obtain a Master’s in Early Childhood Studies-Administration, Management, and Leadership. Andrea has served as Acting Director, Mentor Teacher and Events Coordinator at The Goddard School in West Carmel during the 2018-2019 and 2019-2020 school years. Andrea began teaching in Early Childhood Education in 2004 she has taught all age groups; from infant to Kindergarten. Andrea believes that making learning fun and engaging is key to getting children to develop a lifelong love of learning. Children learn best through hands-on experiences that allow them to explore on their own terms. As high expectations are set for our children they will not only meet them but exceed them far beyond our imagination.

Mallory graduated from Ball State University in 2006 with a degree in Early Childhood Education. She began her career path in Early Childhood in early 2007 as an assistant in an infant classroom. Throughout her teaching she gained experience not only with infants, but also with toddlers and early preschool ages. She believes that the best way for children to learn is through engaging, hands-on experiences and by planning activities based on what interests them to help foster that engagement. Her goal is to support our teachers to help ensure that we provide the best early childhood experience for the children in our care so they learn to love school and are excited to come learn everyday!

Rebecca has over 16 years of experience working with children. She joined the Goddard School in 2017 after working in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis. Rebecca has experience helping children develop social-emotional, cognitive, and language skills. Rebecca believes learning should be fun, positive, and interest-driven. She feels each child learns in their own way. Her goal is to help unlock each child’s potential by highlighting their strengths and by giving each child a voice to communicate their needs.

Ms. Angie received her education through the Department of Defense Army Childcare Training Program in 1997. She has her CDA specializing in Infants and Toddlers and has over 20 years of experience teaching young children. Angie's teaching philosophy is that children learn best through hands on-play based learning guided by a knowledgeable educator. Her goal is for the children in her care to be nurtured in a safe and fun learning environment that meets the needs of all children so everyone will thrive.

Ms. Brandy has been in childcare since 2009 when her own children were young. She has experience with children all ages from infants to 5 year old. She believes that they are all unique in their own way. She has worked the last five years in a center where she ended up in an assistant director role. Brandy hopes to continue her education in Early Childhood Education.

Miss Asma has her master's degree in French and first began teaching in her native country of Algeria. She taught at an elementary school there for 4 years before moving here with her family. She then began working as a toddler teacher at a local childcare center. She wanted to become a teacher in order to make a positive difference in the future of the children she has in her classroom. For her, it is fulfilling and a challenge to stimulate the next generation to become lifelong learners. She loves interacting with the children in her class and watching them grow and develop.

Ms. Abbi has her Child Development Associate as well as a mental health scholarship for infant and toddler. Her job as a baby-sitter and nanny helped make her decision to pursue a career as a teacher in the Early Childhood field. She understands that toddlers have big emotions that they are still learning to express so they deserve respect and patience while they figure out the world. Her goals in the classroom are to work on the toddlers’ social emotional and physical skills.

Ms. Christi graduated from Ball State with a degree in Family and Child. She has loved working with toddlers for the past 14 years and believes that they all learn differently but through play and movement they will all gain knowledge and understanding. Christi’s goals are for her class to have fun and be themselves. She hopes to instill the love of being a helper and sharing kindness in all her students.

Heather has 25 years of culinary management experience. For the last 10 years, before coming to Goddard, she had been a store manager specialist for Justice and Aeropostale throughout Indiana.

Miss Erickah graduated from High School in 2022. After that she attend IUPUI for Neuro Science and has plans to return to complete her degree with certification in surgical technology. Until she returns to school she is excited to learn all about Child Development. Erickah believes that children can always be learning and that patience and compassion go a long way. Her classroom goals are that the children will feel like they can have fun with her while learning and playing and that she can make personal long lasting connections with the kids and their families.

Erin has a Bachelor of Arts Degree in English from Marian University. Soon after graduating, she realized her true passion is working with young children and she took a job teaching preschool in a daycare setting. She believes teaching should mostly be about the patient, gentle guidance. Children learn best in a happy environment where they have the freedom to experiment and explore while she protects their safety, help them through social challenges, and encourage them to try planned activities that meet important milestones and educational standards.She wants her students to feel empowered and confident as they learn to care for themselves. She also wants her students to cooperate with one another as they play so they can experience positive peer interaction. Erin believes meeting these goals will set all of them up for bigger successes as they progress to older classrooms.

Ms Grace has many years of experience working with children in her Church’s preschool and babysitting for neighbors and friends. She has her Bachelor’s of Fine Arts in Art with a minor in Art History from Ball State University. She believes that is important for children to feel seen as they learn and grow and they should be respected and cared for because they are still learning to express themselves and figure out the world around them. Her goal is to provide an environment where children feel safe and comfortable as they learn.

Miss Karla has been working towards getting her associates degree in Early Childhood Education at the National College University in Puerto Rico. Before moving to the US, she worked at a childcare center in Puerto Rico, first as an assistant teacher before working her way up to a lead teacher. She believes that each child is a unique individual who needs a caring and safe environment in which to grow and mature emotionally, intellectually, physically, and socially. Her wish as an educator is to help her students fulfill their potential in all areas by providing a safe environment.

Miss Isabel is currently a senior at Sheridan High School. She has been taking classes at Ivy Tech working with children that struggle to read. She plans on attending Ball State University this fall to study Early Childhood Education. Isabel's teaching philosophy is to create a safe, positive learning environment for everyone to succeed and thrive. She wants her students to have fun while still learning effectively.

Ms. Randa received her degree in Education (Kindergarten) Preparation of Early Childhood Teachers from Cairo Egypt. She worked at a children’s shelter called Good Samaritan for almost a year. Randa’s teaching philosophy is to use play in studying because it is the child’s world. The classroom should be a clean and fun place that is special for all the children.

Lynda has recently moved to the area from California and before that she lived in Algeria. She has a Bachelor's degree in International Trade and Associate's degrees in Business Accounting and Teaching Preparation. She spent a year teaching in an elementary school and a couple of years after that in a center for early childhood education. Lynda wants to provide a healthy and safe environment while providing support for each child.

Ms. Kelsey has her bachelor's in education from Indiana University and has over five year's experience working in the early childhood field. She believes that children learn through discovery and strives to help her children learn how to regulate their emotions by recognizing and acknowledging their emotions in the moment.

Sherlyn recently moved from Guatemala with her family. After she graduated from Westfield High School, she immediately went into the education field. She worked as an IA to help other students that were learning English. Sherlyn loves working with children and is excited to learn all about Early Childhood education. Sherlyn's classroom goals consist of teaching Spanish to the children that she is with in the classrooms and to help them get ready for the next stages in life.

Ms. Victoria graduated from International Business College with a degree in Medical Assistance but discovered shortly after that she is meant to work with children. She recently obtained her Child Development Associate's in Infant/Toddler Development. Ms. Victoria's teaching philosophy is for learning to be fun and purposeful. She believes that her children should create memories through play and explore their curiosity while they learn and play in a safe environment. In this space she wants to create positive relationships between the children and herself to foster learning and growth.

Ms Melaya has over eight years experience in early childhood education. She is currently working towards obtaining her Child Development Associate’s with a focus on preschool-age children. She believes that children learn through playing and that teachers should treat children with respect so they can grow confidence and a better understanding of the world around them. Her classroom goal is to create a safe and loving environment where all her students feel welcomed.

Miss Tati has over two years experience working with young children. She is always willing to learn and try new things in her classroom and she recently began taking courses to obtain her Child Development Associates. She believes that every child needs a consistent and caring person that they can count on, and her goal is to be that person for every child in her classroom! She works within her classroom to keep her children safe, happy, and eager to learn!

Ms. Bre has a bachelor's degree in Elementary Education and a minor in psychology from the University of Saint Francis. She has worked in childcare for the last 4 years and previously worked at the Goddard School of Fort Wayne as a kindergarten teacher. Ms. Bre believes that children learn best from hands on experiences and that learning has a greater impact when it is student lead over teacher lead. Classroom safety is very important to her and wants all the children to feel safe by understanding the rules and procedures. She talks with the kids about perseverance and uses it in the daily routine.

Ms. Sarah is currently working on her degree in Secondary Teaching. She aspires to teach French or culinary classes in High School. Through babysitting and serving at her churches children's classes she discovered her love of education. When working with kids Sarah hopes to make each child feel seen and cared for. She strives to help everyone feel included and engaged in the classroom. Her classroom goals consist of helping the children feel safe and loved as they are learning.

Ms. Arti has her Bachelor degree in Education from University in India where she completed her courses before moving to America. After moving to Indiana she has been working in Early Childhood Education. Arti is working with the kids to help them to understand that they are safe and cared for. Her goal for her classroom is to make everyone feel safe and have fun learning. She wants them to be happy and excited to learn new things!

Miss Olivia is in her Senior year at Westfield High School with a focus on biomedical science. She plans to attend Bethel University in Fall of 2026 to become a Pediatric ICU nurse. Her past experience include receiving her Safe Sitter certification and nannying for two summers as well as babysitting through out the year. Olivia's teaching philosophy is to have fun and guide children while also letting them explore on their own. Her goal is to create a fun and safe environment that promotes kindness and encourages play.

Ms. BreAnna received her Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Indiana University East. She is currently pursuing her Master's degree in School Counseling from Indiana University Indianapolis. Her long-term goal is to be a Licensed Mental Health School Counselor (LMHC) and work closely with children and families to support their emotional and developmental needs. Ms. BreAnna has experience working in preschool classrooms, where she supported children through nurturing interactions, responsive care, emotional guidance, and appropriate use of behavioral de-escalation techniques. In her previous role as a teacher's assistant (paraprofessional), she worked closely with many children with special needs and IEPs. She aided children in building their independence, promoting their self-confidence, and developing skills to help navigate peer interaction. Her philosophy centers on creating a safe and inclusive learning environment where every child feels seen, heard, and loved.

Ms. Ashley graduated from the University of Las Vegas, Nevada with a Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education and completed an additional 21 credits in Special Education. She has over 10 years of experience teaching children from 6 weeks old through 5th grade. Ms. Ashley believes every child learns best through play-based experiences that allow them to explore their interests and stay engaged in the classroom. Her goal is to create a safe and caring environment where children can discover the world around them, build friendships, and learn how to grow from their mistakes.

Ms. Cheree earned her degree from Indiana University. In addition to raising her three children, she has spent nearly 12 years teaching in early childhood education. While she has experience with younger toddlers, the majority of her career has been dedicated to working with infants. Ms. Cheree’s teaching philosophy centers on the belief that infants learn best when they can use their senses to explore the world around them. She incorporates sensory play, music, and intentional language modeling to support healthy brain development. She values finding new and engaging ways to keep infants curious and joyful in their learning. She also believes that open, consistent communication with parents is essential for creating a strong connection between home and school, ensuring each child feels supported in both environments.

Ms. Chabha is the Preschool teacher, bringing a strong background in early childhood education and a passion for supporting young learners. She holds an A.A. in Liberal Studies Teacher Preparation and an Early Childhood Education Certificate from Berkeley City College, along with Infant and Toddler coursework from California State University, Fresno. She has taught in early childhood programs in both California and Indiana, serving children and families in a variety of learning settings. In her classroom, Ms. Chabha creates a safe, nurturing environment where every child feels valued. She believes in play-based, developmentally appropriate learning and supports children’s social skills, confidence, and independence through patience, consistency, and close collaboration with families.

Ms. Madeline has over six years of experience working with young children. She earned her degree in Education in Venezuela before moving to the United States. She is passionate about guiding children as they grow, discover new things, and develop important skills each day. Ms. Madeline’s philosophy is to create a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment where children feel comfortable, happy, and motivated to learn. She believes that every child is unique and deserves patience, respect, and support in order to reach their full potential.

Ms. Warely received her Preschool Education Certification in Venezuela before moving to the United States. She has experience in public and private educational institutions. She has worked with children of all ages but is passionate about Early Education. She loves teaching and giving love to all children. Her teaching philosophy is to create a loving and stimulating environment where children feel safe to explore, learn and grow.

Ms. Adalyn is dedicated to supporting young learners as they grow and discover the world around them. She is currently working toward her Associate’s degree in Elementary Education and brings three years of experience through babysitting and volunteering with young children across various organizations. These experiences have strengthened her passion for early learning and her commitment to creating meaningful connections with every child she teaches. Ms. Adalyn believes that all children are unique and deserve a safe space where they can be curious, build confidence, and develop socially, emotionally, and cognitively. Her goal is to create a safe, fun, and positive classroom environment where children feel supported, encouraged, and excited to learn and grow each day.

Ms. Heather brings nearly twenty years of childcare experience to her role as Physical Education and STEAM teacher. She began her career as a nanny and advanced to positions as a Teacher’s Aide and Program Director, while also working as a substitute teacher with a wide range of age groups. As a mother of two young girls, she understands the importance of creating active, engaging environments where children can grow and thrive. Ms. Heather believes students learn best through movement, exploration, and hands-on experiences. She blends physical activity, music, nature, and STEAM learning to help children build motor skills, social skills, and confidence. In her classroom, every child is welcomed, encouraged, and inspired to use their strengths to support one another.

Raissa has more than 13 years of experience working with children in educational and childcare settings. She has worked with infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and school-age children, including teaching 1st, 2nd, 4th, and 5th grades. As a former Early Head Start teacher, she supported the social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development of young children through developmentally appropriate learning experiences. Raissa is currently working toward her Child Development Associate (CDA) credential and has completed 120 hours of early childhood education training through CCEI. She is CPR and First Aid certified, trained in safe sleep practices, and has completed Conscious Discipline training. Raissa is passionate about creating a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment where children feel valued, build confidence and independence, and develop a lifelong love of learning.

Myckenzi has seven years of experience caring for children from infancy through age 12, with a primary focus on infants and toddlers. She earned her high school diploma through Penn Foster Online Career School and plans to pursue a degree in Early Childhood Education. What began as a summer babysitting job grew into a passion for helping children learn and grow. Myckenzi has worked in daycare settings and as a private nanny, gaining experience supporting children while building strong relationships with families. She believes every child deserves love, respect, and patience and understands that each child learns in their own unique way. Her goal is to create a warm, safe, and joyful environment where children feel valued and supported. Through engaging activities and meaningful interactions, she helps children develop confidence and reach important milestones in motor, social-emotional, and language development.

Tulsi is a dedicated educator with more than six years of experience working with young children. She is passionate about helping children learn, grow, and succeed while fostering confidence, creativity, and a love of learning. Inspired by her mother, who was an educator for 30 years, Tulsi discovered her own passion for teaching while completing community service at an elementary school after high school. She later attended college for two years, studying Early Childhood Education. Tulsi believes every child is unique and deserves a safe, nurturing, and supportive environment where they can thrive. Her teaching philosophy centers on creating a welcoming and inclusive classroom where every child feels valued and respected. Through positive relationships and engaging learning experiences, she encourages children’s social, emotional, and academic growth while helping them build a strong foundation for future success.

Tayler is a dedicated early childhood educator and a graduate of Carmel High School who has earned her CDA credentials. She began building her experience while still in school, working in before- and after-school care programs. Since then, she has gained seven years of professional experience in early learning environments, working with children from infancy through pre-kindergarten. Most of her background is centered in infant classrooms, where she has developed a strong understanding of nurturing early development. Tayler is passionate about creating a learning environment that is fun, engaging, and tailored to each child’s individual growth. She values organization and consistent routines while still making space for creativity and exploration. Above all, Tayler strives to ensure every child feels safe, supported, and genuinely cared for each day.