Our Teachers

Ms. Amanda is the proud on-site owner at the Goddard School in Plymouth and its surrounding areas. She graduated from St. Cloud State with a degree in Business Administration with an emphasis on Early Childhood. Before becoming on on-site owner at Goddard, she was a toddler teacher, assistant director and director at various different centers. It is so important to me that each child feels loved, valued and successful every day that they are at school. She is a mother to four beautiful children who all attended Goddard and had the best experience. Amanda simply enjoys watching her children grow and learn every day and loves being a part of the Goddard kiddos and families as well!

Ms Alli has been with Goddard since 2013 and loves being a part of the Goddard family! Alli earned her Child Development Associates in 2015 and transitioned from teaching to her role as Director in 2020. She loves being able to use her teaching experience to support and lead our teaching team as well as the opportunity to connect and partner with our incredible families. “I believe it is a privilege and a responsibility to be trusted with the education and development of the children in our care. Each child is so unique and deserves our absolute best! The young learners at our school bring joy and enthusiasm to each day and it is our pleasure to be a part of this exciting time in their lives.”

My name is Gina, I went to UW Washington County for a couple of years to take some Early ED classes and get some Generals done. I have been working with kids for about 14 years and love every minute of it! I have been working here at Goddard since 2016. I started floating around different classrooms for a year and then went into the Tiger room to become a Pre-school teacher for 3 years. I became the School Support Specialist in the beginning of 2021. I really enjoy being able to go into every room helping and supporting the teachers and watching the kiddos learn and interact with each other. I believe that each child has their own strengths and we should use that to help them learn.

I graduated from Anoka Technical College in 2017 with my degree in Occupational Therapy and love putting the skills that I have learned in school into play every day with the babies in my classroom. In the last 10 years I have worked in all types of childcare settings, from nannying, therapy, and teaching. My passion has always been with infants as I believe that all babies need an environment where they feel safe, cared for and loved. Taking care of the babies in my classroom every day is something that I truly enjoy.

My name is Alicia and I am so excited to be a part of The Goddard School. I graduated high school in 2019 and went on the pursue my degree in Elementary Education. I have future goals to achieve my bachelors in secondary English Education. I have worked with kids my entire professional working career. I have worked with a large range of kiddos from newborn to 5th graders and I have loved every age group, but have a true passion for the little babies. I believe children deserve an environment that is as warm and fuzzy as home. We as child caretakers should always provide a safe and fun play space for all of the kiddos.

My name is Kaylina and I have been with Goddard since 2023. I graduated from UW-Stout with a degree in Human Development and Family Studies. For my internship I helped take care of children at a homeless shelter and since then I have always had a passion for kids and want to be a part of their lives. I believe that every child should feel loved and cherished and guided for their future and I am so excited to be a part of that!

I am so excited to be a part of Goddard and the Toucan room. I graduated with my CDA in 2018, specializing in Infants and Toddlers and those kiddos are still my favorite to work with. I grew up in a in-home environment and have just always enjoyed being around kids. I believe that kids are the best thing in the world and I will spending everyday with them.

Hi. My name is Kaiya and I have been at Goddard for almost a year now. I absolutely love every minute of my job. I have my Associates in Liberal Arts and Sciences, but I am planning to go back to school to get my degree in early childhood with an emphasis on infant care. Most of my experience comes from volunteering at my old Elementary School, but I have also babysat for many years for kiddos of all ages. I believe that every child deserves to be loved and to feel safe and comfortable in their own environment. I also feel that children should be able to grow at their own pace and express their personalities...I love spending each and every day with the babies at Goddard.

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I graduated from UMD in 2021 with my degree in Early Childhood and Special Education. I have taught preschool for many years and am so excited to continue doing that at the Goddard School. I believe that all kiddos should feel loved, challenged, seen and should all feel safe in the their school environment.

I was homeschooled for the majority of elementary and high school. I have been attending Rock Valley College in Rockford IL and gaining my Associates in Education. Most of my experience comes from my community-based homeschool co-ops. I have always been active in the childcares at my church. I believe that all children deserve as much help as they can get in their education and I am excited t be a part of that.

I have recently graduated with my CDA in early childhood education where I specialized in infant and toddler education. I have been working in early childhood for the past 8 years and truly love making an impact on the kiddos that come through my class every year. I believe that all children learn and grow at different paces, but it is important to pave their path with love and guidance.

My name is Ethan and I graduated from Orono High School in 2016 and studied Education at Bemidji State for 2 years. After school I began working at a center in the toddler classroom and come to Goddard with 6 years of toddler experience under my belt. I grew up as the oldest in my family and loved to spend time and play with all of my younger siblings and cousins. I believe that children deserve every chance to grow up and learn who they are and become the person they want to be.

I graduated with a Bachelor's Degree from the University of North Dakota with a major in History and American Indian Studies. I have worked with children in schools for the last five years in many different roles through early childhood centers, Elementary schools and headstart. I believe that it is important for all children to learn through play. I also believe that children learn by example and guidance. I hope to provide all of that to the kiddos at Goddard.

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I graduated from St. Cloud State University with a degree in Early Childhood Education and am thrilled to put my skills and knowledge to use while working at the Goddard School. I have worked with children for the last 11 years in centers, schools districts and nannying! They are truly my passion! I believe that all children need a safe place to go every day where they feel loved and supported.

I have worked with children of all ages since I was old enough to babysit. I am excited to start my career at Goddard and work towards my CDA to become more educated to be the best teacher I can be. I believe that all children deserve to learn and grow in a nurturing and positive environment. I can't wait to be the one to spend time with your kiddo.

I graduated from Main Street School of Performing Arts in 2018. I majored in instrumental music, focusing on drums and guitar. I was a family nanny for about four years and have babysat for the past five years. I believe that all children should feel heard and seen. I believe they should all have the opportunity to explore their own creativity and display their uniqueness.

I have been working in childcare for 6 years now and absolutely love every minute of it. I truly believe that every child and parent should feel safe coming to school. I believe in putting the child first and meeting their needs where they are at. I strive to have my classroom a safe and fun environment for the children to come to everyday.

I went to the Aveda Institute and I am a licensed cosmetologist and love all things beauty. That being said, I have always had a passion for children, watching them grow, learn and develop is something I have always loved and I am excited to be able to empower the kiddos at The Goddard School. I believe that learning should be fun and that every child should be met where they are at and challenged where they need to be challenged.

My name is Nicole and I graduated from the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh with my degree in early childhood. I have been working with kiddos of all ages for the last 12 years. When I started at Goddard I was an infant teacher for 2 years, but for the last 3 years I have been teaching Pre-K which is truly where my passion is. I believe that each child deserves the chance to explore the world through books, experiments, field trips, foods and more. I believe that each child deserves to feel loved, appreciated and important.

I graduated high school in 2015 as an honor student. I then attended one year of Community College and that is where I found my passion in childcare. I have eight siblings and a large extended family so kids have always been a part of my life. I was a professional nanny for 3.5 years and now the kids are grown and so I am excited to continue my experience in a center setting. I believe that each child is a unique individual with personal needs that should be met individually, I believe every child is deserving of love.

I graduated from Rasmussen with my degree in Early Childhood Education after always knowing that becoming a teacher was what I wanted to be. I absolutely love my job and believe that in order to succeed as teacher we must remain humble in our journey as learners. Being a Pre-K teacher for the last 16 years has been a dream come true, I love getting to be that teacher who sends the kiddos off to Kindergarten knowing that they are fully ready for the next chapter in their lives.

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My name is Teacher Max and I have my AA in Psychology and I love putting my degree to use in the infant classroom. I also have a certificate in Microsoft Database Design and Develeopment and so I love that my creative side can be used in my career at Goddard. I believe that all children thrive when their emotions, thoughts and ideas are taken seriously and nurtured consistently. I believe that children need our help learning how to navigate this world to be set up for success as they get older. I love that I get to be a part of this and help the kiddos in my care succeed in just their first year of life.

I have my Bachelors Degree in Elementary Education from Western Governors University located in CA. I also have my Associates Degree in Art History from San Diego Mesa College. I have worked with kids for the last 10+ years and throughly enjoy it. I have worked with children in the childcare setting, through nannying and through Education. I believed that every child has the right to learn and be loved and I am honored that I get to be a part of that.

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My name is Elaina and I am returning to Goddard for the 3rd summer in a row. I am currently pursuing my degree in Elementary Education at the U of M. I love coming back to Goddard and spending my summers with all of these sweet kiddos.

My name is Hailey and I am headed into my senior year at Wayzata Hight School. I have always had a passion for kiddos and am so excited for this experience at Goddard. I have babysat for my nieces and nephews and volunteer at my church nursery, but am excited to work with children in this environment. I believe that all children need a loving and caring environment.

Hi, my name is Lydia and I am so excited to be a part of the Goddard School. I am going to be a Junior year at Wayzata High School. I have taken a few courses in high school and through those I have earned my Early Childhood Development Certificate. I have also babysat for many years and went through the Red Cross babysitting course. I believe that all children deserve love and grace. I believe that all children deserve nurture and care.

My name is Cierra and I am so excited to be a part of the Goddard School team! I graduated high school in 2022 and have been working with kiddos in the childcare setting ever since. I love kiddos of all ages and love keeping them entertained. I believe that every kiddo needs an environment to explore their curiosity and to just be themselves!

I am so excited to be a part of the Goddard School and start my career in Early Childhood. I recently received my AA degree and took many courses in education. I have helped raise my cousins, babysat and volunteered as a teacher for a summer camp. I believe that all children deserve respect and positive care. I believe that it is important that children free cared for and safe in the space they are learning to grow and thrive.

My name is Micah and I just joined Goddard this year (2024) and I could be more excited to embark on this journey. I graduated from Indiana University with an undergraduate degree in Youth Education and Christian Global Services. After I graduated high school I took a year off and taught at an outdoor facility in the Bahamas for school agers and had the best time. It was then that I wanted to continue my path in caring for kiddos and then next generation. I believe that every child is valuable and they deserve to know that. I also believe that education is the power of the future and I can't wait to be an educator these young kiddos and help mold their future.

My name is Riley and I am so excited to be a part of the Goddard School. Ever since I can remember I have loved caring for children and being a part of their lives. I have 6 younger siblings that I love and help raise and I am so excited to help raise all of the kiddos at Goddard. I believe that all children should know they are loved and feel safe in their environment.

I am a junior in high school at Wayzata and am so excited to be here at Goddard. I have a huge passion for kids and love to babysit any chance I get. I believe that every child is a gift and unique in their own ways!

My name is Kaya and I am thrilled to join the Goddard School and continue my career of loving and nurturing kids. I graduated high school in 2019 in California and moved to Minnesota shortly after that. After moving to Minnesota I began working with kiddos in a center setting and absolutely love it. I believe that all children should feel safe and be as creative as they want!

Hi, My name is Ashley and I just moved to Minnesota from Florida! In Florida I went to Santaluces Community School where I studied Early Childhood Education. I have had an amazing experience with kids and I love building relationships with the kiddos and their families. I am so excited to began my career here at Goddard, impacting and serving a purpose to the next generation. I believe that all children need understanding and compassion. Every child needs love and patience from their role models in life...teachers.

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My name is Tatiana and I recently graduated from the U of M Twin Cities with my degree in Elementary Education and Psychology. I am have done individualized reading instruction with 1st and 4th graders and have work in a special education and 1st grade classroom as a student teacher. I am so excited to be a part of Goddard and apply my skills to this younger generation. I believe that all children should have a safe and welcoming environment that they can grow and learn in and I am thrilled to be a part of that.