Our Teachers

Archi and Ash Tripathi are excited to bring The Goddard School to the Chapel Hill area. We have been on-site owners of The Goddard School for the past several years. Archi holds a BS degree in Civil Engineering and MBA finance from University of Indianapolis and spent 20 years working for Lockheed Martin. Ash holds BS degree in Chemical Engineering. He spent 25 years doing Business Consulting, we had two children in care at The Goddard School. We understand the peace of mind that a secure, friendly center with great early childhood experiences can bring a family. Our focus is to provide a warm, nurturing and learning environment that fosters a love of learning and a strong sense of community.

Miss Ashlee has been working in the Early Childhood Education field for 17 years. She has been a teacher and worked her way up and has been an administrator for the last 6 years. She graduated from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro in 2017. She is a mother to one son and they reside in Burlington. Her hobbies include shopping, listening to music and writing.

Ms. Shiniqua has been our Assistant Director for The Goddard School for almost 4 years and has worked in early childcare for over 12 years. She's worked with all age groups and absolutely loves kids! She started working with children when she was in high school and she graduated from Southern Alamance High School in 2012. She is currently going to school to further her education in Early Childhood Education to one day become a Director. Her future goal is to be an Early Childhood Director and possibly a Child Counselor in the future. She has two beautiful children and her hobbies are teaching, singing, dancing, and organizing!

Amy, better known as Ms. Nicole, has been working in childcare for over twenty years! She has extensive training and experience working with young children. Nicole's hobbies include drawing (she is super creative!) and researching new and fun ideas to implement in the classroom. She most enjoys spending time with her two beautiful grandchildren. Her goals for the future include continuing her education and training to ensure successful child growth and development.

Miss Tasha graduated from Chapel Hill High School. She loves drawing, painting, designing, and children. She plans on attending Durham Tech in the fall to major in Early Childhood Education as well as minor in business so she can own a daycare of her own someday.

Ms. Damariz was born in Mexico and resides in Chapel Hill. She is a mother of 2 children and loves spending time with her family. She went to Durham Tech Community College to receive her Early Childhood Credentials and has been working in Child Care for 8 years. She loves working with children and helping them grow!

Mrs. Eyvetta is a native of Chapel Hill, North Carolina. She is married with two children and has a dog named Oreo. Eyvetta has been working in child care since 1993; she obtained her Early Childhood Credentials in 2000 at Wake Technical Community College. Currently, she is working on her Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Development. Eyvetta enjoys knowing that she is someone who is leaving a mark in young children's lives. She loves what she does and wouldn't trade it for anything!

Ms. Tonya was born in Durham and has lived in Chapel Hill, NC her whole life. She graduated from Alamance Community College with an Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Education. She has a twin brother and a little sister. When her sister started Kindergarten, she began volunteering in the classroom and her love for child care started then! During her free time, she likes spending time with her family, or doing different crafts (she recently learned how to crochet!) She loves working with children, and watching them learn and grow.

Mrs. Stella was born and raised in Ghana, West Africa! She moved to the United States in January of 2002 where she began her love for Early Childhood Education and Teaching. Stella has an Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education from Durham Technical Community College and an Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Development and Education from Columbus State Community College, and plans to continue and further her education in this field.

Mrs. Jessica loves sports! She likes to play soccer, basketball and volleyball during her free time. She also likes to workout and keep herself productive. She has a 6 year old son who she loves spending time with and doing fun activities. She also enjoys cooking, staying organized and relaxing!

Miss Lillian is from the Oxford area. She has worked with children for 2 years and has a lot of passion for teaching!

Mrs. Fabiola is originally from Mexico! Her first language is Spanish, but is also fluent in English. She has worked in the early childhood care field since 2000 and has experience with all age groups. She received her Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education from Wake Technical Community College in May 2008! Fabiola is also certified in CPR/FA and ITS/SIDS. She has five children of her own and believes she is a tender but dynamic person! She can't wait to bring more happiness to the lives of the children enrolled at our school!

Mrs. Robin is a native of the small town of Gibsonville, NC. She is married with two daughters and has been teaching in the Early Childhood field since 2004. Mrs. Robin has always had a special gift of connecting with those around her, never meeting a stranger. She acquired her Associates Degree in Applied Science, Early Childhood Education in 2017. She enjoys walking, reading, singing and spending time with her family. Mrs. Robin believes that every child is exceptional and she finds joy in making a difference in their lives, just as much as, they make a difference in hers.

Mrs. Monique is a native of Durham, NC, but has relocated to the Hillsborough area. She is married with two sons and a dog named Oreo! Monique has her certificate and degree in Early Childhood Education and has been working with children since 2001. She enjoys working with children of all ages and looks forward to a long relationship with The Goddard School and the families we serve.

Ms. Kiri is originally from Kingsland, Georgia. She loves working with children and has a passion in making a difference in children's lives. Her hobbies include; traveling, shopping and hanging out with friends and family. She is currently attending Durham Tech to become a Kindergarten teacher.