Our Teachers

Ms. Becky has worked in childcare for over 18 years. Ms. Becky has worked as a teacher, Assistant Director, Health & Safety Director and Center Director for over 11 years. She graduated from William Jewell College with a degree in Psychology, emphasis in Education. Ms. Becky is married and has three girls: Emery, Joselyn & Addie. She is very busy with her girls' sports but when she finds free time she likes to travel and explore. A fun fact about Ms. Becky is she has completed the Tough Mudder 5 times, Rugged Maniac 6 times and others.

Mr. Daniel has been our Director of Education since November 2022, after teaching for five years at our Overland Park location. With a career in early childhood education starting in 2013, he holds bachelor’s degrees in Elementary Educational Studies and Studio Art from Knox College. Passionate about fostering social and emotional development in children, Mr. Daniel enjoys exploring National and State Parks, playing video games, and spending time with his family. He lives with his wife, Sydney, a first-grade teacher in KCKPS, and their doxiepoo, Viola. Fun fact: he became an FCC-licensed ham radio operator at 12 and has made radio contact with over 180 countries. He also spent a year in Germany as a Rotary Youth Exchange student in high school.

Ms. Diana has been working in childcare for over 15 years and enjoys working with all ages. Diana is married and has three children. She also has a dog named Luna and several betta fish. Diana enjoys watching movies, fishing, and going on walks with her family. Diana says she is looking forward to working with her co-teacher and getting to know the children in her class. A fun fact about Diana is she collects Cinderella related items.

Miss Claire has been teaching at Goddard since February 2022. She dedicated her senior year of high school to the Educational Internship Program, where she acquired skills in lesson planning, classroom management, and meaningful interactions with children. Claire attended Missouri State University and earned her Child Development Associate credential in the spring of 2024. A fun fact about Claire is that she is the oldest of five girls in her family.

Ms. Christina joined our faculty in May 2024 as a teacher in our First Steps classroom. She loves assisting our youngest learners as they overcome challenges and reach new milestones in their educational journey. Outside the classroom, Christina enjoys crocheting, playing video games, and spending time with her daughter, Eden, and their two huskies We are thrilled to have Christina as a part of our Liberty Goddard team!

Miss Mara has worked as a teacher’s aide, a nanny and has been with The Goddard School of Liberty since we opened. Mara is currently attending college working toward her degree in marketing. Mara loves spending time with friends and family and shopping for anything pink.

Ms. Rylan joined the Liberty Goddard School in November 2022 and has since become an integral part of our pre-toddler classroom, supporting the little ones with abundant patience and warmth. Her dedication and enthusiasm for childcare shine through in everything she does. In her spare time, Rylan volunteers with kids at her church and enjoys hanging out with friends. She is also pursuing an Associate's in Arts degree at MCC - Maple Woods. Rylan has a dog named KC and loves spending time at the beach.

Ms. Monique began working in early childhood education in 2014 and obtained her Child Development Associate credential in 2023. Monique relocated to Kansas City from Colorado and joined our faculty in February 2022. She says her main goal as a teacher is to help her students to thrive and be the best they can be. A fun fact about Monique is she is a huge Chiefs fan, despite being raised in Colorado.

Ms. Sofi joined our team in October 2023, bringing 2 years of childcare and afterschool program experience to our Toddler classroom. Her passion for early childhood education is evident in her dedication to nurturing young learners and helping them reach developmental milestones. Beyond the classroom, she is pursuing a full-time education at Park University, focusing on art and childhood development to enhance her expertise for the benefit of our students and community.

Ms. Kelly began teaching at the early childhood level in 2017 and spent two years at a Goddard School in Lee's Summit, MO. She loves spending time with her son, reading, watching TV, and is a huge Harry Potter fan. A fun fact about Ms. Kelly is that she convinced the front office to allow a pet fish in her classroom; Bluey has been a wonderful addition to the school.

Ms. Hannah joined our team in August 2022, bringing a wealth of excitement and joy to our Get Set classroom. Residing in the Liberty area with her family and two cats, Mittens and Gus, Hannah enjoys spending her free time walking trails and painting. A fun fact about Hannah is that she dreams of going skydiving one day.

Ms. McKenzie has worked in childcare for over 4 years. McKenzie has her Associate’s in Arts degree and is currently finishing coursework to become Director qualified. McKenzie enjoys shopping, painting, and watching football in her spare time. A fun fact about McKenzie is she loves to hunt with her sister and father.

Ms. Sophia joined our team in July 2022 and has been thoroughly enjoying her time teaching at Goddard. She loves working with children and has built strong connections with them. Originally from Georgia, Sophia now lives in the Liberty area and has lived in five different states throughout her life. She enjoys drawing, writing, and spending time outdoors. One of her favorite activities is walking her three dogs, Raleigh, Rowan, and Riggs.

Ms. Kate has worked in the field of early childhood education since 2019. She holds an associate's degree in elementary education and will soon be pursuing a bachelor's degree. When she's not teaching, she enjoys relaxing with her husband and two dogs.

Maggie was born and raised in Maryville, MO. and attended Northwest Missouri State University, where she graduated with a degree in Psychology with a minor in Child and Family Studies. Maggie has worked in a variety childcare settings, including another Goddard School. Maggie says her favorite thing about working with kids is getting to know all their different personalities and being able to watch them grow over the year she has them in her class. Maggie has two golden retrievers and a cat. A fun fact about Maggie is she still has season passes to Worlds of Fun.

Ms. Stephanie joined our team in August 2023. Ms. Stephanie holds an associates of Arts degree and graduated summa cum laude. She is working on a bachelor's degree in elementary education. Ms. Stephanie enjoys reading, writing, and spending time with her four sons and husband.

Ms. Saige recently graduated from Northwest Missouri State University with her bachelor’s degree in Interpersonal Communications and Business. Ms. Saige lives in the Liberty area with her family and 4 dogs. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her friends and family and going to the gym. A fun fact about Saige is she was a swimmer in high school.

Ms. Becca has worked in childcare and education for over 20 years. She spent most of that time as a Pre-K teacher and most recently worked as a substitute teacher, including a long-term stint as a high school ELA teacher. Becca has an associate degree in Early Childhood Education and Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education. Becca has recently went back to finish up her teacher certification and student teaching in the Liberty Public School District. Becca is married, has 3 children and 4 grandsons. She also has a cat named Callie. Ms. Becca is a huge KC Chiefs fan and Oregon Ducks fan. A fun fact about Becca is she loves to sing and musical theatre.

Ms. Darion is currently attending UMKC to obtain her degree in Elementary Education and Psychology. Prior to joining Goddard Darion worked in an elementary school setting. Ms. Darion is recently married and loves spending time with her husband and their dog Dexter. A fun fact about Darion is she collects snow globes when she travels.

Ms. Annelise has worked in childcare since 2016. She attended the University of Missouri-Kansas City, where she earned her bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education. Annelise loves spending time with friends and family, being in nature, exploring new places, ands spending time with her two cats, Finley and Pippin. She looks forward to building relationships with her students and their families. Annelise is dedicated to creating a fun and positive learning experience for her students. A fun fact about Annelise is that she used to be the snake handler for the 21 snakes in her high school’s environmental education class.

Miss Emma has been working as an early childhood educator since 2019. She has experience working with all age groups, but she particularly loves working with infants and toddlers. Miss Emma is CPR and First Aid certified. She enjoys watching the personalities of her youngest students bloom as they learn and grow. In her free time, she likes to spend time with her two cats, Bug and Thumb, and engage in painting and drawing.

Lynsie joined our team in October 2022 and has become an essential member of our two-year-old classrooms in a faculty support role. Her dedication and enthusiasm have positively impacted both our students and their families. In her free time, Lynsie enjoys watching movies and reading. She has a dog named KC, and an interesting fact is that her twin sister, Rylan, also works with us at The Goddard School.

Arianna joined our team in April 2024, bringing dedication, warmth, and endless patience to our toddler classroom. She delights in connecting with the children through humor and creative art activities. Outside of work, she likes spending time with her family's four dogs and pet fish. Fun fact: Arianna hails from Washington state!

Miss Chandler is one of our first teachers hired at the Goddard School of Liberty and has worked in childcare since she was eighteen. Chandler enjoys experiencing and sharing all the “firsts” that happen in our youngest classrooms. Chandler is attending Park University, pursuing a degree in education. In her spare time, she enjoys watching Adam Sandler films and cooking stir-fry meals.

Ms. Nancy has worked in childcare for over 20 years in a Montessori school setting as a teacher and a team leader. She graduated from the University of Tulsa with a degree in Elementary Education. She also has her Montessori certification. Ms. Nancy has two daughters: Ava and Stella, and a French bulldog boy named Louis. She is very busy taking her two daughters to tennis, volleyball and other activities. In her free time she loves spending time with her friends, and traveling with her family. Their favorite destination is Mexico! A fun fact about Ms. Nancy is that she enjoys Orange Theory Fitness and often competes in their challenges.

Ms. Danielle became a valuable member of our team in July 2023. With a passion for education, she finds great joy in teaching children in our preschool and pre-kindergarten classrooms. Currently, Danielle is dedicated to pursuing an Associate of Arts in Teaching degree to further enhance her skills and knowledge. In her leisure time, she finds solace in playing the guitar, expressing her creativity through painting, immersing herself in poetry, and cherishing moments with her loved ones.

Ms. Alexis is currently finishing her nursing degree and works in nearly every room at the school. Alexis lives at home with her family and two dogs in her spare time she enjoys watching TV, reading, drawing, and hanging out with her friends. A fun fact about Alexis is she know how to do flips!

Ms. Taylor joined our Liberty Goddard team in May 2024 and is excited to start her teaching journey with us. This fall, she will be attending Northwest Missouri State University, majoring in Animal Science and minoring in Agricultural Business. We're happy to have Taylor on our staff and can't wait to see the positive impact she'll have on our school.