Our Teachers

Toni Ann Eckerson - Hello! I am the proud owner of The Goddard School® located in Forked River New Jersey! I am an on-site owner who gives 110% to all of our children, parents and faculty. We strive for excellence in early childhood development and want to provide only the best in terms of health and safety and curriculum. I have over 25 years of experience as a teacher, director and owner in Early Childhood Education. My degree is in Psychology with a Minor in Musical Theater and I also have three children of my own, who are all Goddard Graduates!

Miss Brittany- As the Director of The Goddard School in Forked River, I will be able to utilize my passion for Early Childhood Education! I hold a degree in Elementary Education/Special Education and most recently worked in a special education private school! My experience with young children is also extensive; in the past I worked as a Preschool teacher for 8years. My daughters also currently attend The Goddard School! I am excited to help both parents and children!

I'm excited to be working at Goddard! I've worked with children since 2018 using ABA to teach positive behavior. I went to Georgian Court University and graduated with a degree in Psychology. I am also a mommy to a Goddard student!

My name is Miss Judy, I am the lead teacher in the PreK classroom here at the Goddard School! I have many years experience in childcare and I have my CDA accreditation! I have a daughter and son of my own (both Goddard students). I absolutely love the children in my class! I am very passionate about teaching and love what I do! I have been with Goddard since 2016!

Hello! My name is Miss Welanie. I was born in the Philippines. I graduated with my bachelor’s in science for Nursing and my degree in Teaching. I love working with children and I really enjoy working at the Goddard School.

Hi! My name is Miss Katelynn. I love my students and enjoy working with them. I love working at the Goddard School. I always wanted to work with children, and I am going to school to acquire my CDA. Miss Katelynn is also our 2023 Teacher of the Year!

I graduated from Ocean County College and have a lot of experience working with children. I graduated from Kean University with my degree in Special Education and General Education K-6 and 6-8 with a focus in History. I love working with children.

Carol M. - Carol is a floating assistant teacher here at The Goddard School. She has experience working in the health field for 20 years, before coming to our school in 2006 to begin her next journey; she has now been here for 17 years and counting! She enjoys caring for and working with children and is a valuable part of our team!

Hello, I am Miss Kim. I worked for the Red Bank school system for over 9 years in the Pre- K setting. I love all children and want every child to feel wanted and loved everyday. My goal is for every student to be excited to come to school.

I am a cafeteria worker at the Lacey Township High School. I love working with children. I have babysat for many years and I am a mother of three children.

Miss Lisa considers herself outgoing, fun, loving and honest. Prior, she has worked for the school district for 12 years and is excited to be part of the Goddard team since 2018!

I am a retired Special Education Preschool teacher. I worked in the public school system for 32 years and enjoy working with all children. My grandchildren attend Goddard.

Hello, I am Leslie! I have worked with children of all ages since I was sixteen years old. I love to work with children. In my free time I like to read and do arts and crafts. I also work at the Lacey Middle School as a teacher aide!

Hello, my name is Jane and I have experience working as an aide for 10 years in an Elementary School. I love children so much. I love sports and animals. I am looking forward to getting to know all of your children. Miss Jane has been with us since 2020.

Hello! My name is Sandy and I love working with children! I have 2 nieces and 4 nephews. I love helping children learn and grow. I'm also a real estate agent at Weichert in LBI. Some of my hobbies are playing lacrosse, going to the beach, and going on family trips. I have been here since 2020!

Hello my name is Nicolette! I went to OCC for general studies and did a semester at Berkley schools. I also have experience working at other centers in the infant classroom. I am looking forward to my Goddard journey.

Hi my name is Lillian, my friends call me Lilly. I come from a big family. I love children very much. I have worked at another early childhood center and worked with the toddler age group. I graduated with my degree in nursing and decided not to work in that field. I love working with children and seeing their different personalities. I am currently enrolled for my CDA accreditation.

Hello, my name is Teresa! I graduated from Cairn University and completed a degree in Criminal Justice. I played soccer in college. I am also a coach for children. I look forward to working here!

Hello, I am Susan. I was a teacher for 34 years, most of those years were in Kindergarten. I love to read, scrapbook and travel.

Hi, I am Miss Allison I moved here in 2021. I have worked in childcare for 5 years. I have worked with ages from 6 weeks old to 5 years old. I love working with children because everyday is a new day. I love watching my students grow up and become our future!

Hi! My name is Gianna, Gigi for short. I go to Rowan University studying Elementary Education to become a teacher! I love watching little ones grow and being involved in that process!

Hello, my name is Deanna! I am so excited to work at the Goddard School. I look forward to working with the little ones and continuing to learn and grow.