Our Teachers

I am the onsite owner of the Goddard School of Freehold. I have studied Business Law and come to Goddard with experience in management at FedEx. I have gained my love of Goddard through my years as a student at the Goddard School Toms River and working every weekend maintaining the school and learning all aspects of the business. I thank you for putting your trust in our school.

I am one of the on-site owner's of the Goddard School in Freehold and Toms River. I have my Bachelors Degree from Kean University. I worked eight years with the Division of Youth and Family Services investigating child abuse & neglect. I have volunteered as a soccer coach and I continue to volunteer as a Cub Master for Pack 6 Cub Scouts. Much of my spare time is dedicated to children and our community.

Ms Andrea is the Executive Director of our Goddard School. Prior to being Director, she was the Assistant Director, as well as Head Teacher in the Pre School, Get Set & Toddler classrooms. She began her career at our Goddard School in April 2006. She is married and has 2 daughters and 3 grandchildren who attended our school. She enjoys spending time with her family and going to the beach. Seeing the smiles on the children everyday makes it a great day!

Miss Jessica is our Educational Director and over sees in the Pre School classroom. She has her Bachelor Degree in Early Childhood Education and Master Degree in Teaching. She has experience in working with children since 2015. She is originally from Long Island, NY and currently lives in Marlboro. She enjoys going to the beach and traveling. Miss Jessica started working at our Goddard School August 2023 and believes the most important thing a teacher can do is care and respect every child.

Miss Ashley has her dual Bachelor Degree in Education and Psychology from Georgian Court University. She also has her certificate to work with children of special needs. During her studies, she completed her field work at our Goddard School. She joined our Goddard family in July 2014. She lives in Toms River with her 2 sons. Miss Ashley believes the most important thing a teacher can do is be patience and understanding and give lots of love to our babies!

Miss Saige is the Assistant Teacher in the Infant classroom. She began her career in childcare in 2021. Miss Saige lives in Manalapan with her family. She joined the Goddard family in August 2023. Miss Saige believes the most important thing a teacher can do is to protect children at all times.

Miss Sara is the Assistant Teacher in the infant classroom. She comes to us with a love of children. She is currently attending Brookdale Community College majoring in Psychology. She live here in Freehold and is an animal lover! Miss Sara believes the most important thing a teacher can do is listen and guide.

Ms Zshavana is the Lead Teacher in the Cotton Tails Pre-Toddlers classroom. She has been working in a preschool setting since 2014. She has experience working with children of all ages but she especially enjoys teaching the Infant & Toddler age groups. She lives in Manalapan with her son and family. She joined our Goddard School in January 2024.

Miss Paige is our Assistant Teacher in the Pre-Toddler classroom. She graduated from Howell High School and currently gaining some work experience before pursuing college. Miss Paige is a Freehold Goddard School graduate. Her 2 younger brothers are also alumni at our Goddard School. She joined our Goddard family September 2024. Miss Paige believes the most important thing a teacher can do is to be supportive of a child's social and emotional needs.

Miss Hailey is the Lead Teacher in our Toddler class. She is currently pursuing her Associate Degree in Education. When not working she enjoys reading and going to the beach. Miss Hailey joined our Goddard family in June 2022. She believes the most important thing a teacher can do is be patient.

Miss Gabby is our Assistant Teacher in the Toddler classroom. She has been working with children since 2021. Before joining our Goddard School, she has worked at 2 other Goddard Schools in our area. Miss Gabby is creative, kind and patient with our children. She joined our Goddard family in May 2023. Miss Gabby believes the most important thing a teacher can do is to meet the children's needs as individuals.

Miss Zhor is an Assistant Teacher in the Toddler classroom. She has 3 older children in their twenties, and lives in Freehold with her husband. She joined our Goddard family in September 2021. When not working she enjoys spending time with her family, cooking and going to the beach. Miss Zhor believes the most important thing a teacher can do is give love and respect to each child.

Miss Diana is our Lead Teacher in the Get Set classroom. She is finishing up her Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education. She has many years experience including working at another Goddard School before joining our school. She has a daughter and they live in Freehold. She started working at our Goddard family in January 2023. Miss Diana believes the most important thing a teacher can do is to show love and respect.

Miss Sonia is our Assistant Teacher in the Get Set classroom. She has been working with children since 2010. She has 3 grown children and she is a grandmother! When not working she loves spending time with her family. She lives in Freehold. Miss Sonia joined our Goddard family in October 2023. She believes the most important thing a teacher can do is teach each child as an individual.

Miss Allyson is our Head Teacher in Preschool classroom. She has her Bachelor Degree in Early Childhood Education and Psychology, and P-3 Standard Certification. She has worked in the public school teaching pre-k, kindergarten, & 1st grade since 2015. She has a son and she lives in Jackson. She joined our Goddard family in August 2023. Miss Allyson believes the most important thing a teacher can do is give comfort and a safe environment to learn and grow.

Miss Viannie is the Assistant Teacher in the Preschool classroom. Started working in a daycare in New Brunswick at the age of 14. When she attended Brookdale Community College she volunteered at the Open Door tutoring kids after school. She has worked at Black Bear Camp since 2019. She lives in Freehold with her husband and 2 boys. She joined our Goddard family in September 2021. Miss Viannie believes the most important thing a teacher can do is always tell the children they are loved and important.

Ms Victoria is our Lead Teacher in PreKindergarten classroom. She has her Bachelor Degree in Special Education and is certified in P-3, K-6 as well as Teacher of Students with Disabilities. She has been working with children since 2012 in various private and public school setting. She lives in Manalapan with her family. Miss Victoria joined our Goddard family in August 2023. Miss Victoria believes the most important thing a teacher can do is be a role model and to adapt to meet the diverse needs of each child.

Miss Andrea is a Teacher Support member in all of our classrooms. She has her Bachelor Degree in Finance and has been home with her children for many years. Her children are now grown and she lives in Manalapan with her husband and puppy. Miss Andrea has always loved children so she joined our Goddard family in February 2023. She believes the most important thing a teacher can do is to support the children emotional needs.

Miss Dana is a Teacher Support member in all of our classrooms. She has her Bachelor Degree in Special Education and has been home with her children for many years. Miss Dana comes to us with many years of experience working with young children with Autism and Down Syndrome. She joined our Goddard family in September 2024. She believes the most important thing a teacher can do is to listen.

Miss Marissa is a teacher support that floats around the entire school. She lives in Monroe with her husband and beautiful son. She comes to use with experience at the Goddard School in Spotswood. Miss Marissa joined our Goddard family in March 2025. She believes the most important thing a teacher can do is be patient.