Meet Our Goddard Family

Our expertly trained and experienced teachers and staff blend the highest standards in early childhood education and development with nurturing care to help your child have fun while growing physically, intellectually, emotionally and socially.

Careers

If you want to help shape the hearts and minds of young children in a fun, nurturing environment, we’d love to have you work with us! We’re always looking for great teachers to join our family.

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Warm, Nurturing & Highly Trusted

Learning happens best in a warm and nurturing environment, which is why our teachers take the time to make sure your little one feels safe and cared for every day to help them develop a lifelong love of learning. 

Expertise & Skills

Our caring teachers are highly experienced in the best methods to support your child with teachable moments of exploration, discovery and learning each and every day. 

  • Dr Kristina

    Dr Kristina

    Owner
    Kristina is the owner of The Goddard School located in Concord Township, Ohio. She brings 13 years of elementary teaching experience, 10 years of administrative experience and 4 years of college teaching experience. Kristina has obtained her Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education from Lake Erie College, Master of Arts in Elementary Administration from Cleveland State University and PhD in Early Childhood Curriculum and Instruction from Kent State University.
  • Ms Leanne

    Ms Leanne

    On-Site Owner
    Ms Leanne began working at The Goddard School in February 2003 as a teacher. She became a Director in 2006 and the On-Site Owner in 2021. Ms Leanne received her Associate of Applied Arts in May 2003. She attends 15 hours or more of Ohio Step Up to Quality approved classes each year, including classes offered by Goddard University. Ms Leanne has completed Health & Safety Courses in First-Aid, CPR, Recognition and Prevention of Communicable Diseases, and Recognition and Prevention of Child Abuse.
  • Ms Kristen

    Ms Kristen

    Director
    Ms Kristen began working at The Goddard School in February 2017. She has experience working in a childcare environment for 7+ years. Ms Kristen received her Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education in 2002. She attends 15 hours or more of Ohio Step Up to Quality approved classes each year, including classes offered by Goddard University. Ms Kristen has completed Health & Safety Courses in First-Aid, CPR, Recognition and Prevention of Communicable Diseases, and Recognition and Prevention of Child Abuse.
  • Ms Betsy

    Ms Betsy

    Preschool 2/Assistant Director of Curriculum
    Ms Betsy began working at The Goddard School in August 2019 as a teacher and was promoted to Assistant Director of Curriculum in 2022. She has experience working in a childcare environment since 2015. Ms Betsy received her Associate of Arts in Early Childhood Education in May 2019. She attends 15 hours or more of Ohio Step Up to Quality approved classes each year, including classes offered by Goddard University. Ms Betsy has completed Health & Safety Courses in First-Aid, CPR, Recognition and Prevention of Communicable Diseases, and Recognition and Prevention of Child Abuse.
  • Ms Allison

    Ms Allison

    Infant 1
    Ms Allison began working at The Goddard School in August 2021. She has an Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education. Ms Allison attends 15 hours or more of Ohio Step Up to Quality approved classes each year, including classes offered by Goddard University. She has completed Health & Safety Courses in First-Aid, CPR, Recognition, and Prevention of Communicable Diseases, Recognition and Prevention of Child Abuse, and Infant Safe Sleep.
  • Ms Haley

    Ms Haley

    Infant 2
    Ms Haley began working at The Goddard School in February 2022. She attends 15 hours or more of Ohio Step Up to Quality approved classes each year, including classes offered by Goddard University. Ms Haley has completed Health & Safety Courses in First-Aid, CPR, Recognition, and Prevention of Communicable Diseases, Recognition and Prevention of Child Abuse, and Infant Safe Sleep.
  • Ms Megan

    Ms Megan

    First Steps
    Ms Megan began working at The Goddard School in August 2022. She attends 15 hours or more of Ohio Step Up to Quality approved classes each year, including classes offered by Goddard University. Ms Megan has completed Health & Safety Courses in First-Aid, CPR, Recognition, and Prevention of Communicable Diseases, Recognition and Prevention of Child Abuse, and Infant Safe Sleep.
  • Ms Erin

    Ms Erin

    Infant 2
    Ms Erin began working at The Goddard School in October 2023. She attends 15 hours or more of Ohio Step Up to Quality approved classes each year, including classes offered by Goddard University. Ms Erin has completed Health & Safety Courses in First-Aid, CPR, Recognition, and Prevention of Communicable Diseases, Recognition and Prevention of Child Abuse, and Infant Safe Sleep.
  • Ms Kimmie

    Ms Kimmie

    Infant III
    Ms Kimmie began working at The Goddard School in March 2013. She has obtained a Bachelor or Arts degree and has 15+ years of experience working with children. She attends 15 hours or more of Ohio Step Up to Quality approved classes each year, including classes offered by Goddard University. Ms Kimmie has completed Health & Safety Courses in First-Aid, CPR, Recognition and Prevention of Communicable Diseases, Recognition and Prevention of Child Abuse, and Infant Safe Sleep.
  • Ms Leslie

    Ms Leslie

    Infant III
    Ms Leslie began working at The Goddard School in August 2008. She attends 15 hours or more of Ohio Step Up to Quality approved classes each year, including classes offered by Goddard University. Ms Leslie has completed Health & Safety Courses in First-Aid, CPR, Recognition and Prevention of Communicable Diseases, Recognition and Prevention of Child Abuse, and Infant Safe Sleep.
  • Ms Angie

    Ms Angie

    Toddler 1
    Ms Angie began working at The Goddard School in August 2022 and has 5+ years of experience working with children. She attends 15 hours or more of Ohio Step Up to Quality approved classes each year, including classes offered by Goddard University. Ms Angie has completed Health & Safety Courses in First-Aid, CPR, Recognition and Prevention of Communicable Diseases, Recognition and Prevention of Child Abuse, and Infant Safe Sleep.
  • Ms Maryam

    Ms Maryam

    Toddler 2
    Ms Maryam began working at The Goddard School in September 2016. She has experience working with children since 2005. Ms Maryam received her Associate Degree in teaching in 2008. She attends 15 hours or more of Ohio Step Up to Quality approved classes each year,including classes offered by Goddard University. Ms Maryam has completed Health & Safety Courses in First-Aid, CPR, Recognition and Prevention of Communicable Diseases, and Recognition and Prevention of Child Abuse.
  • Ms Tatum

    Ms Tatum

    Toddler 2
    Ms Tatum began working at The Goddard School in August 2023. She attends 15 hours or more of Ohio Step Up to Quality approved classes each year, including classes offered by Goddard University. Ms Tatum has completed Health & Safety Courses in First-Aid, CPR, Recognition, and Prevention of Communicable Diseases, Recognition and Prevention of Child Abuse, and Infant Safe Sleep.
  • Ms Alyssa

    Ms Alyssa

    Toddler 2
    Ms Alyssa began working at The Goddard School in August 2023. She has completed Health & Safety Courses in First-Aid, CPR, Recognition, and Prevention of Communicable Diseases, Recognition and Prevention of Child Abuse, and Infant Safe Sleep.
  • Ms Sarah

    Ms Sarah

    Get Set 1
    Ms Sarah began working at The Goddard School in March, 2015. She has her Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education. She attends 15 hours or more of Ohio Step Up to Quality approved classes each year, including classes offered by Goddard University. Ms Sarah has completed Health & Safety Courses in First-Aid, CPR, Recognition and Prevention of Communicable Diseases, Recognition and Prevention of Child Abuse, and Infant Safe Sleep.
  • Ms Katie

    Ms Katie

    Get Set 1
    Ms Katie began working at The Goddard School in January 2021. She graduated with a BA in Child Development in May 2018. Ms Katie attends 15 hours or more of Ohio Step Up to Quality approved classes each year, including classes offered by Goddard University. She has completed Health & Safety Courses in First-Aid, CPR, Recognition, and Prevention of Communicable Diseases, Recognition and Prevention of Child Abuse, and Infant Safe Sleep.
  • Ms Amanda

    Ms Amanda

    Get Set 2
    Ms Amanda began working at The Goddard School in August 2008. She has experience working in a childcare environment since 2006. Ms Amanda attends 15 hours or more of Ohio Step Up to Quality approved classes each year, including classes offered by Goddard University. She has completed Health & Safety Courses in First-Aid, CPR, Recognition and Prevention of Communicable Diseases, Recognition and Prevention of Child Abuse, and Infant Safe Sleep.
  • Ms Tori

    Ms Tori

    Get Set 2
    Ms Tori began working at The Goddard School in May 2019. She received her Associate of Applied Science~Early Childhood Education in May 2019. She attends 15 hours or more of Ohio Step Up to Quality approved classes each year, including classes offered by Goddard University. Ms Tori has completed Health & Safety Courses in First-Aid, CPR, Recognition and Prevention of Communicable Diseases, Recognition and Prevention of Child Abuse, and Infant Safe Sleep.
  • Ms Cierra

    Ms Cierra

    Preschool 1
    Ms Cierra began working at The Goddard School in December 2022. She has obtained an ECE degree at Lakeland Community College. She attends 15 hours or more of Ohio Step Up to Quality approved classes each year, including classes offered by Goddard University. Ms Cierra has completed Health & Safety Courses in First-Aid, CPR, Recognition, and Prevention of Communicable Diseases, and Recognition and Prevention of Child Abuse.
  • Ms Abby

    Ms Abby

    Preschool 2
    Ms Abby began working at The Goddard School in April 2023. She has 10+ years of working win childcare. Abby attends 15 hours or more of Ohio Step Up to Quality approved classes each year, including classes offered by Goddard University. She has completed Health & Safety Courses in First-Aid, CPR, Recognition, and Prevention of Communicable Diseases, and Recognition and Prevention of Child Abuse.
  • Ms Betsi

    Ms Betsi

    Pre-Kindergarten
    Ms Betsi began working at The Goddard School in August 2002. She has experience working in a childcare environment since 1998. Ms Betsi received her Associate of Applied Science~Early Childhood Education in March 2000. She attends 15 hours or more of Ohio Step Up to Quality approved classes each year, including classes offered by Goddard University. Ms Betsi has completed Health & Safety Courses in First-Aid, CPR, Recognition and Prevention of Communicable Diseases, and Recognition and Prevention of Child Abuse.
  • Ms Brittani

    Ms Brittani

    Pre-Kindergarten
    Ms Brittani began working at The Goddard School in August 2014. She is currently attending classes toward her Associate of Applied Science~Early Childhood Education. She attends 15 hours or more of Ohio Step Up to Quality approved classes each year, including classes offered by Goddard University. Ms Brittani has completed Health & Safety Courses in First-Aid, CPR, Recognition and Prevention of Communicable Diseases, Recognition and Prevention of Child Abuse, and Infant Safe Sleep.
  • Ms Angel

    Ms Angel

    Jr. Kindergarten
    Ms Angel began working at The Goddard School in July 2018. She has experience working in a childcare environment for 15+ years. Ms Angel is working towards a degree in Early Childhood Education. She attends 15 hours or more of Ohio Step Up to Quality approved classes each year, including classes offered by Goddard University. Ms Angel has completed Health & Safety Courses in First-Aid, CPR, Recognition and Prevention of Communicable Diseases, and Recognition and Prevention of Child Abuse.
  • Ms Ashley

    Ms Ashley

    Kindergarten
    Mrs. Simmons began working at The Goddard School in August 2008. She received her Bachelor of Arts~Early Childhood Education in May 2011. Mrs. Simmons attends 15 hours or more of Ohio Step Up to Quality approved classes each year, including classes offered by Goddard University. She has completed Health & Safety Courses in First-Aid, CPR, Recognition and Prevention of Communicable Diseases, and Recognition and Prevention of Child Abuse.
  • Ms Tammy

    Ms Tammy

    Floater
    Ms Tammy began working at The Goddard School in July 2017. She has experience working in a childcare environment for 30+ years. Ms Tammy received her Child Development Associate Credential (CDA) in 2008. Ms Tammy has completed Health & Safety Courses in First-Aid, CPR, Recognition and Prevention of Communicable Diseases, Recognition and Prevention of Child Abuse, and Infant Safe Sleep.
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