Our Goddard School Teachers

Mrs. Laura is the on-site owner of The Goddard School located in Beavercreek, Ohio. Laura and her husband were parents of the Goddard School to three beautiful children before becoming the owners, and have since added a fourth, and a fifth! Mrs. Laura knew the Goddard School was the only place for her children to start their education and she is committed to making your child's experience an exceptional one, too!

As the Director of The Goddard School of Beavercreek, it is a joy to serve our students, families, and staff each day. I grew up on a farm just north of Dayton, which shaped my strong work ethic, sense of community, and passion for helping others grow. I have worked in childcare since 2017 in both classroom and administrative roles, allowing me to support teachers, build meaningful relationships with families, and ensure a high-quality learning environment for every child. I hold a bachelor’s degree in Educational Studies from Wilmington College. I love empowering our staff to create engaging experiences that inspire curiosity, creativity, and confidence. One of my favorite children’s books is Chrysanthemum, which reflects my belief in celebrating individuality and helping children feel proud of who they are. I strive to bring that same message into our school each day—creating a warm, supportive environment where every child feels valued, encouraged, and excited to learn.

Cassidy Lauderback is an Assistant Teacher in the Tiny Tigers classroom at The Goddard School of Beavercreek with 5 years of experience in childcare and education and 5 years at the school. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology. Her favorite part of working at Goddard is seeing the development of children’s personalities as they learn and grow. Her favorite children’s book is the Llama Llama series. A fun fact about Cassidy is that pandas are her favorite animals. Outside of work, she enjoys reading, crafts, puzzles, and music.

Angie is the Lead Toddler Teacher in the Tigers classroom at The Goddard School of Beavercreek and brings over 20 years of experience in childcare and education. She has been a valued member of our school community for five years and holds a CDA in Early Childhood Education. Angie is passionate about supporting young learners and finds the greatest joy in watching children learn and grow each day. She loves sharing stories with her class, especially The Kissing Hand by Audrey Penn, and creating a warm, nurturing environment where children feel safe and supported. Known for her fun and playful personality, Angie enjoys acting silly with her students and building strong connections with them. Outside of work, she enjoys walking, jogging, hiking, and going for drives, and she is also a proud Army mom.

Mirna is the Lead Teacher of the Crazy Caterpillars Classroom at The Goddard School of Beavercreek with 4 years of experience in childcare and education and 4 years at the school. She holds a Preschool CDA and a background in Computer Science. Her favorite part of working with children is helping them improve their academic skills while also providing opportunities for them to create and explore art. Her favorite children’s book is The Gruffalo. A fun fact about Mirna is that she loves listening to music. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her family and friends.

Jen Peters is the Lead Teacher of the Friendly Frogs classroom at The Goddard School of Beavercreek with 27 years of experience in childcare and education and 6 years at the school. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education. Her favorite part of working at Goddard is watching children grow in both knowledge and confidence. Her favorite children’s book is Where the Wild Things Are. A fun fact about Jen is that she has visited over 10 countries. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with family and friends!