Our Goddard School Teachers

I have had the pleasure of owning the Chagrin Falls Goddard School since 2017. Buying a school and turning it into an Award Winning Preschool has met all of my expectations for this little Goddard School that could. My husband Scott of 25 years and I, have raised two beautiful children and are now watching our grandson grow up Goddard in one of our Goddard locations. In 8 years we have bought 11 Goddard Schools with myself running the daily operations of the Chagrin Falls location. My home away from home is always filled with laughter, hugs, inquiry based learning, and student engagement. Thanks to my amazing administration team and dedicated teaching staff, we have become a Goddard Circle of Excellence School since 2022, President's Club Award Winner, and a school who mentor's others. Our dreams run big here always and I am so looking forward to watching your children achieving their dreams as well:)

I am so grateful to be the Director at The Goddard School in Chagrin Falls. I have been in the early childhood education field for over twenty three years both as an Administrator and Educator. I have my Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education from Shawnee State University.. My passion is working with families, children and teachers to create a fun, loving and engaging early learning environment. I look forward to getting to know your family as we share stories, solve problems, and watch your children grow and help each other.

I am so thankful to be the Director Of Operations at Chagrin Falls. I have my Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education and over 12 years of experience working with children. I started my time at Goddard as a toddler teacher in 2022 and joined the administration team in 2024. I'm fortunate to also be a Goddard parent within our building and see my daughters learning each day. I strive to create a nurturing and positive environment where children can build confidence, explore their interests, and feel encouraged to truly be themselves!

My favorite thing about working with kids is watching the kids problem solve and finding their voices. Also, watching them communicate with peers to find solutions and social interactions Tenure: 2025

My favorite thing about working with kids is seeing how much they grow while in my classroom. I love to see their excitement when they figure out a new skill. I enjoy sharing the excitement and pride with families when their child has brought home something they learned! Tenure: 2023

I enjoy working with infants because I love helping them learn and grow during their earliest stages of their development. It is rewarding to build trusting relationships with both the babies and their families while providing a safe, nurturing environment. Seeing infants reach new milestones and knowing I played a part in their growth makes the work meaningful to me! Tenure: 2026

My favorite thing about working with kids is watching them grow in confidence as they learn new skills and discover their strengths. I enjoy building positive relationships with them and creating a supportive environment where they feel encouraged, valued, and excited to learn. Tenure: 2025

My favorite thing about working with kids is getting to see your hard work pay off. By seeing their personalities form. Seeing their faces light up when you plan a fun activity and getting to see them smile. I also enjoy hearing them speak their first words. Tenure: 2021

My favorite thing about working with kids is watching their growth! They come into the classroom as a potted flower and by the end of the year, they have blossomed into an incredible bouquet. Tenure: 2019

My favorite thing about working with kids is all the little moments! I love watching them learn a new skill, telling me about their weekend, singing songs together, building relationships, laughing, and seeing their imaginations. Tenure: 2010

My favorite thing about working with kids is when I walk in and they run to tell me "hi!". When they get excited about the things we're learning, the activities we're doing, and playing outside with them. I had teachers growing up that impacted me for the better, and I want to do the same for them! Tenure: 2025

My favorite thing about working with kids is the joy I see in their eyes when they learn or accomplish something new. Also nurturing them, making them feel safe, happy and fulfilled, and providing a stimulating environment. Tenure: 2024

My favorite thing about working with kids is watching them grow, watching them learn new words, and watching them explore the world! Tenure: 2024

What I like most about working with children is because they see the world with so much wonder, and their excitement over the little things brings a smile to my face! I enjoy building trusting relationships with each child and helping them feel safe, loved, and confident as they learn and grow. Watching their personalities shine and being part of those important years makes this work so meaningful to me! Tenure: 2026

My favorite thing about working with kids is seeing them explore and learn new things! It's great to see them get excited when they accomplish a new skill or task! Tenure: 2025

My favorite thing about working with kids is watching them work on a task and they try and try until they get it! The look on their face is always such a joy to see when they accomplish a goal! I love building relationships with children through the years and watching them grow through their Goddard journey is such a blessing! Program: Preschool Tenure: 2019

My favorite thing about working with kids is that everyday is something new! The kids make me a more knowledgeable person, I learn something new all the time. Helping children and their families is the most rewarding job! Program: Preschool Tenure: 2025

My favorite thing about working with kids is playing and creating all day every day. There is no better way to learn than being hands on and digging into the lesson. I want to teach my class what Ms. Frizzle taught me, let's take some chances, make mistakes, and get messy! Program: Pre-Kindergarten Tenure: 2022

My favorite part of working with kids is watching them grow, learn and discover the world around them! Seeing the excitement on their faces when they learn something new and knowing how proud that are of themselves is incredibly rewarding. I love being part of their journey as they build confidence, develop new skills and begin to believe in themselves. Watching them become their true, amazing selves is what makes working with children such a meaningful and rewarding career!

My favorite thing about working with kids is being able to witness just how motivated they are to learn. The look on their face when they nail it, you can see the amount of joy and pride they have in themselves. It is really amazing to see! Program: Pre-Kindergarten Tenure: 2019

My favorite thing about working with kids is their creativity, curiosity, and unique perspectives on the world. It is incredibly rewarding to be a positive influence in their lives while helping them learn, grow, and reach their full potential! Program: Schoolage Tenure: 2026

I love working with children because I enjoy watching them learn, grow, and discover new things about the world around them. It brings me joy to create a fun, safe, and supportive environment where every child feels valued, encouraged, and confident. I love being able to make a positive difference in their lives and help them build a strong foundation for their future.

What I enjoy most about working with kids is seeing their excitement when they accomplish something they once thought was difficult. Being able to encourage, support, and celebrate their progress makes every day meaningful! Tenure: 2026