Our Teachers

Dipti is the owner of The Goddard School located in Millersville. She opened her first location in Hanover, MD and loves Goddard's philosophy in education and their emphasis on safety and security. Dipti earned a bachelor's of science degree from the University of Maryland. She is also the proud parent of two Goddard alum, one who is now in college! Dipti and the administration team work side-by-side to create the best Goddard experience for the children, families, teachers, and community. Our collaborative work environment and pursuit of continuous quality improvements has earned us the Educational Excellence Award two years in a row!

Welcome to The Goddard School in Millersville! Hi! I’m Courtney, the On-Site Owner at The Goddard School in Millersville. I have been with the school since it’s opening in 2014 and have been working in childcare since my high school years. Over time, I have held several positions from teacher to director and now owner. Throughout my career, I have earned an associate and bachelor’s degree, hold a level 6 Maryland Credential, and am the President of the Anne Arundel County Chapter of the Maryland State Child Care Association. At home, I am a wife and mom of 2. As a family, we enjoy trips to the beach, camping, and being outdoors! Here at the Millersville location, we strive to provide quality child care. We are accredited through the Maryland State Department of Education and participate in our state’s quality improvement rating system called Maryland EXCELS. We are committed to standards of excellence while continuously seeking ways to improve.

Mr. Josh, the Director, joined our Goddard School Family in July of 2017. Josh studied Psychology at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County. Josh holds a Level 4 Maryland Credential, and is state qualified in Infant/Toddler, Preschool and School-Age care. He is certified in Medication Administration, along with First Aid and CPR. Mr. Josh spent two years teaching prekindergarten for TCPS and spent an additional 2 years teaching in our preschool & prekindergarten classrooms. A true believer in teamwork and open communication, Josh strives to maintain a collaborative and unified culture amongst our teachers. As a way to celebrate the excellence in our team, Josh & Courtney began awarding two distinguished staff members with the #TeamMillersville Teacher of the Year award, each year. Josh is a leading member of our schools Curriculum Committee. In his free time, Mr. Josh & his wife, Megan, enjoy traveling to the Delaware beaches and visiting local bookstores.

Mrs. Melinda joined our Goddard Family in August of 2019. Melinda graduated from The University of Colorado, where she earned a bachelor’s degree in social sciences. She is state qualified in Preschool care and is First Aid and CPR Certified. Melinda holds a level 4+ Maryland Credential and is a leading member of our Curriculum Committee! She earned Teacher of the Year in 2020 and Honorable Mention in 2022! Fun fact about Melinda, she is a self proclaimed military brat and military wife, and has lived in Germany, Belgium, Japan and the Netherlands!

Ms. Kat joined our Goddard team in 2022, and spent a year teaching PreK, before moving to the Pandas classroom and recently joined our admin team as an Assistant Director! Kat earned an associate’s degree in Elementary Education from Anne Arundel Community College and recently graduated with bachelor's degree in psychology from University of Maryland, Baltimore County. Ms. Kat is a lifelong learner and makes it her goal to be well versed in all areas of our school’s curriculum and areas of development. She currently resides in Annapolis with her boyfriend, Ian and their cat, Phoebe. We are excited to welcome our diet coke loving friend to the office team! Kat is state qualified for infant/toddler and preschool care and is First Aid & CPR certified.

Ms. Sydney, our Assistant Director, became a part of our Goddard Family in June of 2019. She earned a bachelor's degree in psychology in 2023! She is state qualified for Preschool care and is First Aid and CPR Certified. Sydney is an active member of our Curriculum Committee! Ms. Sydney earned our Teacher of the Year Award for her excellence in and out of the classroom! Congratulations, Ms. Sydney! This is an award well earned!

Ms. Alexa joined our Goddard family in Spring 2022! She has her 90-hour preschool certification and CPR and First Aid Certified! Ms. Alexa has over 3 years of experience working with children as a gymnastics coach! Ms. Alexa is an active member of our school's Curriculum Committee! Ms. Alexa was awarded Teacher of the Year 2023 for her outstanding performance in the classroom.

Ms. Stephanie joined our team in August of 2024, as a member of the Manatees classroom! Stephanie earned an Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education from Anne Arundel Community College and is currently First Aid & CPR certified. Stephanie is an Orioles fan and enjoys spending exploring the eastern shore with her boyfriend!

Ms. Jonesse first joined our Goddard team in 2021, as a high school student! After taking some time away from the school to focus on her college journey, she rejoined us in September of 2023. Jonesse is currently enrolled at AACC, where she is studying cyber security. Jonesse is First Aid & CPR certified.

Ms. Katie joined our Goddard team in 2022 as a summer hire, and recently rejoined us on a full-time basis in July of 2024. Katie earned a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Music Education from Towson University, and is a state-certified teacher. Prior to joining our PreK team, Katie worked in both the public and private school system as a music teacher with grades K-5. Fun fact, Katie is a classically trained violinist and teaches violin in her free time!

Ms. Rebecca joined our school in 2023 and is the Lead teacher in the Eagles classroom. Rebecca earned her Child Development Associate in Preschool care, is state qualified for Infant/Toddler, Preschool, and School-Age care and is First Aid & CPR certified. We are excited to have Rebecca as a member of our team!

Ms. Ara Mae joined our Goddard team in early 2022! She earned a Bachelors Degree in Nursing and Psychology! We applaud Ara Mae for her inclusive and creative teaching style. Ms. Ara Mae is an avid hiker and climber! She got engaged at the top of a climb (her dog was there, too!) and recently got married at the top of that same mountain!

Ms. Wendy became a member of our Goddard Family in March of 2016. A current student at Towson University, Wendy is in pursuit of her bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education. Wendy holds a Level 2 Maryland Credential, has an associate's degree from Howard Community College, is state qualified in Preschool and School-Age Care and is First Aid and CPR Certified. She is an active member of our Curriculum Committee. Ms. Wendy was awarded Teacher of the Year 2022 for her outstanding performance in the classroom. She is driven by the success of every student in her classroom!

Ms. Amanda joined our Giraffes team in 2024 with over 20 years of experience in the early childhood education field. She earned her 90 Hour Preschool Certification and is trained in First Aid & CPR and Medication Administration. Ms. Amanda is a wonderful addition to our Giraffes team and our school!

Ms. Adriannah joined our Goddard Team in summer of 2022! She is currently enrolled at AACC in pursuit of a degree in Early Childhood Education. Ms. Adriannah has quickly connected with the three-year-old's and has found her happy home in the Cheetahs. Adriannah is state qualified in preschool care, and is First Aid & CPR certified. Adriannah is an active member of our schools Curriculum Committee.

Ms. Carissa, a preschool teacher & closing manager, has been a part of our Goddard Family since January of 2016. Carissa earned a Child Development Associate's, holds a Level 4 Maryland Credential, is state qualified in Preschool care, and is First Aid and CPR Certified. Ms. Carissa is in active pursuit of an associate's degree in early childhood education! Having been with our school for over 8 years, Carissa has created a strong bond and sense of trust with the director team; and is the first in line to assist in the office when the director team is offsite. Carissa is an active member of our Curriculum Committee.

Ms. Logan joined our Goddard Team in February 2021! She is actively pursuing a degree in Early Childhood Education. Ms. Logan is State Qualified in Preschool care and First Aid and CPR Certified! Fun fact about Ms. Logan, she has an impressive Squishmallows collection and teaches dance! Logan is an active member of our Curriculum Committee! Ms. Logan was awarded Teacher of the Year 2023 for her outstanding performance in the classroom.

Miss Crystal joined our Goddard team in 2022, as the co-teacher in the Lions classroom. Crystal is First Aid & CPR certified, has earned her 90-clock hour Preschool certification and is currently attending Anne Arundel Community College. She enjoys going to thrift stores and attending concerts.

Miss Ashala joined our Goddard team in 2023! Ashala recently earned her 90-clock hour certification, making her state qualified for Preschool care. Miss Ashala loves to keep busy in the classroom and can be found exploring centers with students, or dancing at the circle time carpet.

Miss Lilly joined our Goddard team in 2023 and trained as Resource Teacher before joining the Zebras classroom! Lilly is currently enrolled in a program to earn a Child Development Associate in Infant/Toddler care, and is currently state qualified in preschool care. Lilly is First Aid & CPR certified. Lilly comes from a big family, with four younger brothers, and currently resides in Odenton with her family.

Ms. Jen, a two-year-old teacher, joined our Goddard Family in August of 2014. She earned a bachelor's degree from Frostburg State University. Jen holds a Level 5 Maryland Credential, is state qualified in Preschool care, and First Aid and CPR Certification. In total, Jen has 10 years of experience working with Goddard School's. Around our school, Jen is known by all as she builds long-lasting relationships with the children in her care. Ms. Jen earned Teacher of the Year in 2021! Jen is an active member of our Curriculum Committee!

Ms. Kristi, a two year old teacher, joined the Goddard School Family in July of 2014. She has earned a Level 3 Maryland Credential, is state qualified in Infant/Toddler, Preschool and School-Age care, and is First Aid and CPR Certified. As one of our senior employees, Ms. Kristi thrives at working with our newest teachers to help them become knowledgeable in the health and safety procedures and infant/toddler care.

Ms. Mary joined our Goddard family in June of 2024 as the Lead Teacher in our Bears classroom! Mary comes to us with over 20 years of experience, having worked in other local centers as an infant teacher or assistant director. She has earned an Infant/Toddler CDA, along with many other certifications such as the 90-clock hour Preschool certificate, Medication Administration and Emergency Preparedness. Mary is also First Aid & CPR certified.

Ms. Kayla, our Zany Zebras teacher, rejoined our school in 2023 and was previously with us in 2019-2020 as an infant classroom assistant teacher. Now as a Bears teacher, Ms. Kayla enjoys all those teachable moments that happen organically throughout the day! Ms. Kayla has her 90 Clock Hour Preschool Certification, is certified in First Aid and CPR and is currently pursuing her degree at Bowie State University.

Ms. Liz joined our team in 2019! She is currently in pursuit of her Bachelor's Degree from Towson University in Early Childhood Education. Ms. Liz is state qualified and First Aid and CPR Certified! Ms. Liz was our Teacher of Year in 2021 for her dedication to the children, classroom, and families! She is kind, energetic, fun, engaging, and nurturing! Ms. Liz is an active member of our Curriculum Committee!

Ms. Brooklyn, our Mighty Monkeys teacher, joined our school in 2022! She is actively pursuing a master's degree in Speech and Language Pathology. Ms. Brooklyn enjoys creating lasting relationships with the children under her care and if she could, she would continue to move with them as they transition through the school.

Ms. Maya came to the United States in 2018 as an au-pair in Ellicott City and has been living in Maryland ever since. She lives in Glen Burnie with her husband Matt and has been a teacher in our Infant room since October 2021. Ms. Maya is earned her CDA in Infants and Toddlers in June of 2024! Her favorite thing about working with babies is watching them grow!

Miss Cheyenne joined our Goddard team in 2021, and has primarily worked with the infant classrooms. Cheyenne is First Aid & CPR certified, and has earned her 90 clock hour certification! Miss Cheyenne is a Baltimore Ravens fan, and resides in Pasadena with her family.

Ms. Gabby is one of our infant teachers and joined our school in 2023! She has her 90 Hour Infant and Toddler Certification and is working to become a foster parent! Ms. Gabby is passionate about caring for infants and enjoys being in the Cuddly Cubs and Playful Pandas classrooms!

Miss Allyson joined our Goddard team in 2022, and started as Resource Teacher before transitioning to a Pandas teacher! Allyson is state qualified in preschool care, certified in First Aid & CPR and graduated from Anne Arundel Community College, where she earned a degree in psychology. Miss Allyson is the youngest of 7 siblings and loves to read Colleen Hoover books in her down time.

Ms. Stacy joined our Goddard Team in September 2021. She is our Kitchen Manager who preps school snacks and warms lunches! Stacy previously worked as a toddler teacher in our Bears classroom, before making the switch to Kitchen Manager. Ms. Stacy will also assist in the classrooms, as needed!

Ms. Cate originally joined our school as a summer hire back in 2023, and recently rejoined us as a full-time staff member in September 2024, upon completing her degree! Cate earned a Bachelors of Art Degree from Maryland Institute College of Art (MICA,) and has also earned her 90-clock hour Preschool certification. Cate can most often be found in one of our Preschool or Prekindergarten classrooms, supporting the homeroom teacher or as a long-term substitute!

Ms. Karen joined our team in 2024. She recently graduated from high school and is currently studying Psychology at Anne Arundel Community College! Ms. Karen works with all of the classrooms and is here in the afternoons. She is a wonderful teacher and we are better because of her!

Ms. Sharon joined our Goddard family in 2022 and has been a member of the Zebras crew ever since! Sharon comes to us with over 30 years of experience, and as a military wife had the opportunity to teacher preschool all over the country. She is state qualified for Preschool care and is First Aid and CPR Certified.

Ms. Aisha joined our school in August of 2024 as a Resource Teacher! She is currently studying Early Childhood Education at Anne Arundel Community College. Typically, you can find Aisha assisting in one of our Prekindergarten classrooms, though she is happy to assist in all age groups! Aisha is currently First Aid & CPR certified.

Ms. Eileen joined our school in 2023 and can be seen traveling throughout the school helping in a variety of ways! Ms. Eileen helps in the classrooms and kitchen. She has 7 grandchildren and truly enjoys being around young children, and wishing she had some of their energy!

Ms. Athena joined us in September of 2024 as a Resource Teacher! Athena is currently a high school student and supports our classrooms for a few hours each day. We are thankful to have Athena's positive energy floating around our school!

Ms. Brianna "Bri" joined our team in September of 2024 as a Resource Teacher! Bri works predominantly with the Bears and Monkeys classroom, and has quickly found passion the toddler classrooms! Bri is currently First Aid & CPR certified,

Mr. Xaiver joined our school as a resource teacher in October of 2022. He recently graduated from North County High School and is in active pursuit of a bachelor's degree. Mr. Xavier is the son of Ms. Maria and enjoys working alongside her in the toddler classroom!