Our Teachers

Mr. Ken is the onsite owner at The Goddard School in Linthicum! Ken and his wife Sandra have over 10+ years’ experience as Goddard School owners in Pasadena, MD and are excited to bring this knowledge to the Linthicum area. Ken holds a Bachelor’s Degree from Towson University, and Master’s Degree's from both Johns Hopkins University and George Washington University. Additionally, Sandra holds a Master’s Degree from Johns Hopkins University. "Our philosophy is to provide the best preparation for social and academic success for children 6 weeks to 5 years of age. Our goal is that every parent will enroll their child with the peace of mind and complete confidence that their child will be nurtured while being a part of our school." We are excited to serve Linthicum, Halethorpe, Catonsville, Glen Burnie, Hanover, Ellicott City, Baltimore and other surrounding communities.

Ms. Stephanie is the Educational Director at the Goddard School of Linthicum. Stephanie has her Degree in Early Childhood Education from Ashworth College. Ms. Stephanie carries CPR/First Aid certifications and Medication Administration Training. Ms. Stephanie has over 25 years’ experience working with children of all ages and is very excited to work with all of the Goddard students! Our parents comment on how welcoming Stephanie makes each family feel. We truly appreciate Stephanie's leadership at our school and vision for a warm, nurturing school for our children. Ms. Stephanie is Maryland Childcare Credentialed at a Level 5! Stephanie and her husband John enjoy boating on the weekends. Stephanie has two daughters Sammy and Hailey.

Ms. Alyssa is the Assistant Director at the Goddard School of Linthicum. She has several years of childcare experience and has her Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Studies from Walden University. She is also Maryland Childcare Credentialed at a Level 5. In Ms. Alyssa's time in the classroom, she has worked with Toddlers and Pre-K! Ms. Alyssa strives to create a welcoming and warm environment for the families and children we serve. Ms. Alyssa's son Anthony attends our school and has been growing and learning with us since he was 6 weeks old!

Ms. Kara is the Assistant Director at the Goddard School of Linthicum. Ms. Kara has her Degree in Psychology and Early Childhood Education from Montgomery College. Ms. Kara has her CPR/First Aid certifications and Medication Administration Training. Ms. Kara has over 13 years’ experience working with children of all ages and is very excited to work with all the Goddard students and families. Ms. Kara believes a fun learning environment can really transform the way children approach education, and foster a love for learning that lasts a lifetime. Ms. Kara is Maryland Childcare Credentialed at a Level 5. Kara has three children of her own Khloe, Cheyenne and Camden. Kara and her three children enjoy camping and football Sundays.

Please welcome Ms. Joanna as our Lead Infant Teacher! Ms. Joanna comes to us with several years of childcare experience and has her degree in Early Childhood Development! Ms. Joanna holds a Level 3 Maryland Childcare Credential! Ms. Joanna loves caring for her babies by engaging them in exploration and sensory activities! Ms. Joanna serves as our Staff Morale Ambassador ensuring a fun and meaningful environment for our valued teaching team!

We would love to welcome Ms. "Chelle" as our Lead Two's Teacher! Ms. Michelle has 17 years of childcare experience and has a love for 2-year-olds. Ms. Michelle has earned her 45-hour Infant and Toddler certification, in addition to her 90-hour Preschool certification and National Child Development Associates (CDA). Ms. Michelle holds a Level 4 Maryland Childcare Credential! Ms. Michelle loves to engage her young children in stories and songs!

We'd like to welcome Ms. Dezarae to our team as a Lead Teacher in our Toddler program! Ms. Dezarae has 1 year of experience working with infants/toddlers. In addition to her experience, Ms. Dezarae also has completed the coursework to be qualified as Lead Teacher for Infants/Toddlers and Preschool! We are so proud of Ms. Dezarae with the growth and initiative she has displayed in the early childhood field!

We would love to have you join our faculty as a Lead Teacher! Our school recently opened and we look forward to supporting the Linthicum community. Our faculty will be at the center of everything we do. Our new school features beautiful classrooms to fit the needs of the children and families, an indoor gym and large outdoor learning center and playground! Want to learn more? Check out our Job Listings above!

We would like to introduce Ms. Barb as a Lead Teacher in our Preschool program! Mrs. Barb has almost 40 years of experience in early childhood education. Ms. Barb has earned two Associate's Degrees in Early Childhood Education and Liberal Arts. Ms. Barb holds a Level 5 Maryland Childcare Credential! Ms. Barb enjoys reading and singing with the young children!

We would like to introduce Ms. Debbie as a Lead Teacher in our Infant program. Mrs. Debbie has 30+ years of childcare experience and administrative experience. Ms. Debbie has some college as well as the Infant/Toddler 45-hour certification. Ms. Debbie holds a Level 1 Admin Childcare Credential! Ms. Debbie loves conducting yoga and art with her little friends! Welcome Ms. Debbie!

Please welcome Ms. Gianna! Ms. Gianna has over three years of daycare experience. Ms. Gianna is a Lead Teacher in one of our Toddler classrooms. Inside the classroom, Ms. Gianna is a rockstar at keeping the fun alive with songs and dancings! Ms. Gianna is a true asset to our team!

Meet Ms. Zoe! Ms. Zoe has earned a Bachelor's Degree from University of Kuta Faculty of Education. Ms. Zoe is gaining experience in the childcare field as she helps to support our Infant/Toddler programs. Ms. Zoe is Lead Teacher qualified in all age groups and helps supporting various classrooms. Ms. Zoe enjoys doing finger plays and playing in the gym with her friends!

Welcome Ms. Kayla! Ms. Kayla has completed her 90-hour Infant/Toddler certifications. Ms. Kayla works in our infant classroom providing loving and educational care for her friends. Ms. Kayla enjoys singing and reading to her friends to promote language development.

Meet Ms. Hanna! Ms. Hanna comes to us with her 45- Infant/Toddler certifications and her 90- Preschool certification. Ms. Hanna has 5 years of childcare experience and providing expectational care for her students! Ms. Hanna enjoys singings and sensory play with the children. Welcome Ms. Hanna!

Hello Ms. Dayra! Ms. Dayra is interning in our Two's program as she complete her required hours for the Child Development Associates (CDA). Ms. Dayra enjoys nurturing the growth of the young children she works with. As Ms. Dayra further her experience in early childhood, she aims to be apart of the education field!

Welcome Ms. Erin! Ms. Erin comes to us with her Bachelor's degree in Psychology from Bowie State University. Ms. Erin also has accomplished her 45- Infant/Toddler certification and her Preschool Methods and Materials. Ms. Erin has 1 year of experience in the educational field. Ms. Erin brings fun and upbeat energy to the classroom and is a team player!

Meet Delores! Ms. Delores is qualified for infant/toddlers, preschool, and school-age. Ms. Delores is currently teaching in our bridge program offering potty training skills to children and their families and fostering emergent learning skills. Ms. Delores enjoys all things language and mathematic based and is practicing letters and numbers with her friends to give them a strong foundation for Pre-K academic success.

Hello Ms. Nikki! Welcome to the Goddard School! Ms. Nikki comes to our school with 4 years of experience in childcare. Ms. Nikki is Lead Teacher qualified for preschool and school-age programs. Ms. Nikki enjoys literacy and outdoor exploration with her children! Please welcome Ms. Nikki!

Welcome T’Ayra! Ms. T’Ayra has her Child Development Associates (CDA) for Infant/Toddlers. Ms. T’Ayra also has 2 years of childcare experience. Ms. T’Ayra enjoys the toddlers to enhance their learning through sensory play and emergent language learning. We are glad to have you Ms. T’Ayra!

Hello Ms. Keyona! Welcome to the Goddard School! Ms. Keyona holds her 90-clock hour for Preschool and is Lead Teacher qualified. Ms. Keyona has 1 year of childcare experience. Ms. Keyona is currently attending Towson University to obtain her Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology. Ms. Keyona enjoys conducting mathematic activities and creative arts with the children! Welcome Ms. Keyona!

Meet Ms. Bree! Ms. Bree comes to our school with 1 year of experience in a childcare center and her preschool lead teacher qualifications. Ms. Bree is currently working on completing her needed courses to become lead teacher qualified in the infant/toddlers programs too! Ms. Bree is currently working in the Two's program to diligently help her friends develop strong social-emotional and language development skills. Welcome Ms. Bree!

Meet Ms. Telia! Ms. Telia is Infant/Toddler Lead Teacher qualified as she obtains her 90-hour course in Infant/Toddler methods and materials and growth and development. Ms. Telia has 2 years of experience in a childcare center. Ms. Telia is helping support our Infant/Toddler programs. In Ms. Telia’s time inside the classroom, she will be seen engaging her friends with dramatic art exploration and sensory activities!

Hello Ms. Sarah! Ms. Sarah is helping to support of Summer Camp program. Ms. Sarah has her bachelor’s degree in Sports Medicine. Ms. Sarah enjoys working with children as she can help them complete challenging tasks to aide their development and learning!

Meet Ms. Jazlyn! Ms. Jazlyn is currently enrolled in the CDA internship program at her high school. Ms. Jazlyn helps support many programs at the school. Ms. Jazz loves to sing and read with her friends! Welcome Ms. Jazlyn

Please welcome Ms. Rachel as a Lead Teacher in our Two's Program! Ms. Rachel has her Lead Teacher credentials for infants/toddlers and preschool. Ms. Rachel also has several years of experience in the childcare field. Ms. Rachel has a special love for young children as she promotes their curiosity in music and science.

Hi There Ms. Emily! Ms. Emily has 3 years of experience working with Infants/Toddlers. Ms. Emily has also completed the necessary coursework to be Lead Teacher qualified for Infants/Toddlers. Ms. Emily enjoys engaging her friends in sensory activities and reading books with them. We are glad to have Ms. Emily apart of our team!

Welcome Ms. Heather to our Goddard of Linthicum Team! Ms. Heather has 20 years of experience working in childcare as a Lead Teacher and a Director! Ms. Heather has her Bachelor's Degree in History from York College. Ms. Heather is also qualified to teach Infants/Toddlers and School-Age children. Ms. Heather is excited for her Pre-K program and studies as she supports their academic and social success before heading off to "big school!"

Meet Ms. Shanna! Ms. Shanna has joined our team as an assistant in our Infant/toddler programs. Ms. Shanna loves to support our youngest of learners through physical activities and dancing!

Meet Ms. Hannah! Ms. Hannah comes to the Goddard School with 3 years of experience working with children. In addition to Ms. Hannah’s experience, she also has her Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education from Towson University. We are excited to see Ms. Hannah’s implementation of lesson and academic plans in our Pre-k program.

Meet Ms. Kendra! Ms. Kendra is Lead Teacher qualified for all age groups. Ms. Kendra has joined our Infant/Toddler team to enrich our young learners! Ms. Kendra enjoys bringing high-energy practices into the classroom through songs and dances! We are proud to have Ms. Kendra part of our team!

Please welcome Ms. Emaan to our teaching team! Ms. Emaan is enrolled in the Child Development Associates (CDA) program through her high school. Ms. Emaan helps support classrooms in the afternoons helping to reinforce learning and development and gain valuable experience! We appreciate Ms. Emaan and her enthusiasm for helping young children learn!

Meet Ms. Jennifer! Ms. Jennifer is joining our Preschool team! Ms. Jennifer has her 90-clock hour certification and other trainings to qualify her has a Lead Teacher. Ms. Jennifer has experience working in childcare for over 1 year. Ms. Jennifer enjoys encouraging physical movements and dramatic arts with her friends. Welcome Jennifer!

Please welcome Ms. Kayla as a valuable member of our Preschool program! Ms. Kayla has 10+ years of experience in childcare working with children between the ages of 3-4 and school age! Ms. Kayla also has obtained her Associates of Arts Degree from Eastern Gateway Community College with a minor in Educational studies. Ms. Kayla enjoys singing songs, arts and crafts, and hands-on projects.

Welcome Ms. Adrianna! Ms. Adrianna is currently enrolled in her high schools CDA program. Ms. Adrianna will support the various classrooms as she gains experience and knowledge in the early childhood setting! Ms. Adrianna enjoys playing with the friends in the gym and outside on the playground!

Welcome Ms. Cheyenne to our team! Ms. Cheyenne has experience in childcare centers working with children in the infant/toddler programs. Ms. Cheyenne is currently working on completing her trainings to become Lead Teacher qualified. Ms. Cheyenne is going to assisting all of our programs and enjoying her favorite activities!