Our Goddard School Teachers

Mr. Eric Park opened The Goddard School of Canal Winchester in 2006. He is a husband and father of three. He graduated from Ohio State University with a Bachelors of Science in Human Ecology. In his spare time, Mr. Eric likes to travel and spend time with his wife and children.

Ms. Heather is the Executive Partner at The Goddard School. She graduated from Columbus State with an Associates Degree in Early Childhood Development. Ms. Heather is a mother to three and enjoys spending time with her children and husband!

Ms. Barbara joined The Goddard School in 2024 as the Director of Operations.

Ms. Catie joined The Goddard School in 2021. She started as a lead teacher and transitioned into the role of Administrative Assistant. She is eager to assist you and your family with anything you may need. In her free time, she enjoys camping and spending time with her family!

Ms. Mandie joined the Goddard School in 2022. She studied Neuroscience and Psychology at Muskingum University. She is a mother of two and her favorite way to spend time with her kids is by reading books to them. In her free time, she loves to read and take walks at the park.

Ms. Kristina joined The Goddard School in 2023. She loves to dance, play relay games and go outside with her class! You will often find her helping children with their social-emotional development in the classroom. On her days off, she enjoys watching her daughter play softball and traveling the country!

Ms. Autumn joined The Goddard School in 2024.

Ms. Patricia joined The Goddard School in June of 2025. She's a proud graduate of Kaplan College and has many years of experience in Early Childhood Education. She is very passionate about creating a nurturing and creative experience for all the children in her care. When not at work she enjoys spending time with her husband and 3 children.

Ms. Chelsea joined The Goddard School in 2025 with 3 years of experience. She is passionate and nurturing with a focus on toddlers. She enjoys helping them learn and explore the world around them. In her free time, she enjoys working out.

Ms. Linda joined The Goddard School in 2024! She is a graduate of UNAN in Nicaragua. In her free time, she enjoys cooking for her family and friends. Ms. Linda experienced her first snow fall in 2025, here in Ohio!

Ms. Sammi joined The Goddard School in 2023. She enjoys doing art projects with her students and loves to see how excited they get when they learn something new! On her days off, she enjoys spending time with her family and her dogs.

Ms. Rachel joined The Goddard School in 2019. She graduated in 2023 with her Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education. Her favorite thing about teaching is watching the children hit milestones and exploring new sensory textiles. In her spare time, she loves to travel and spend time with family.

Ms. McKenzie joined The Goddard School in 2024. She has been an early childhood educator over 12 years. Ms. McKenzie loves karaoke, concerts and spending time with her family and friends.

Ms. Amya joined The Goddard School in 2025. She's a 2023 graduate of Independence High School. Ms. Amya loves working with children and believes that every child deserves a safe, and nurturing environment, where they feel heard and cared for while away from home. During her free time she enjoys taking walks, drawing, writing, and listening to music.

Ms. Melissa joined The Goddard School in 2019 and has taught multiple age groups in our building. From toddlers to preschool, she is now our pre-k lead. Ms. Melissa is eager to watch her children grow and excel as they prepare for kindergarten. She is also a mom of two, who have both attended Goddard!

Ms. Madison has been with Goddard since 2021. Ms. Madison graduated with her teaching degree from Ohio University. She is a cheerleading coach and loves spending time with family in her spare time!

Ms. Alyssa joined our team in 2021. She started as an assistant teacher and has transitioned into our resource and bus driver. She is a Bloom Carroll graduate and the oldest of five siblings. In her spare time she enjoys hanging out with her family, camping and traveling.

Ms. Sophia joined The Goddard School in February of 2025. She is a graduate of Canal Winchester High School and currently attending Ohio University Lancaster, majoring in Early Childhood Education. During her free time she enjoys shopping, traveling, and spending time with her friends and family.

Ms. Rhonda joined The Goddard school in 2024! She is a Kyger Creek High School graduate. Ms. Rhonda loves shopping, coffee shops and spending time with family!

Ms. Bailey joined The Goddard School in 2025.