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. 

  •  Jim

    Jim

    Owner
    Mr. Jim has Bachelor's and Master's degrees in Business. Prior to joining the Goddard family, he spent his career as a business professional in the Consumer Products industry. Mr. Jim is looking forward to providing a safe and fun environment for children.
  •  Laura

    Laura

    Owner
    Ms. Laura has a Bachelor of Science Degree in Communications and worked in the corporate world for over ten years before staying home to raise two children. She is excited to bring her knowledge and skills to The Goddard School while encouraging children to have a lifelong love of learning.
  •  Angela

    Angela

    Director
    Ms. Angela earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Speech Pathology from Miami University with an award in Deaf Studies from Cincinnati State University. She has taught prekindergarten and also worked as an administrator for summer academic programs since 2008.
  •  Hilary

    Hilary

    Director of Education
    Ms. Hilary has worked in early childhood education since 2009, including teaching in our preschool program. She earned her Bachelor's Degree in Integrative Studies with a concentration in Family Studies and Pre-kindergarten Education from Miami University in Oxford, OH. Ms. Hilary joined The Goddard School in 2014.
  •  Rayonna

    Rayonna

    Assistant Director
    Ms. Ray has her Associate of Applied Science degree in Early Childhood Care and Education from Cincinnati State Technical and Community College. She has previous experience in Early Childhood Education and joined our faculty in 2019.
  •  Anny

    Anny

    Lead Teacher
    Ms. Anny has a bachelor's degree in Psychology and is pursuing her Child Development Associate Certificate (CDA). She has worked in our Get Set and Toddler programs and is the Lead Teacher in one of our Toddler classrooms. Ms. Anny joined our staff in 2021.
  •  Ashley

    Ashley

    Co-Lead Teacher
    Ms. Ashley joined our team in 2019 after staying home and raising her own children. She has experience working with our preschool and infant programs. Ms. Ashley is a Co-Lead Teacher in our infant room.
  •  Deepti

    Deepti

    Lead Teacher
    Ms. Deepti earned a Bachelor of Arts Degree at Delhi University in India. She also completed Early Childhood Care & Education coursework in India. Additionally, Ms. Deepti has completed her Child Development Associate Certificate. She joined our staff in May 2018 and is teaching in our Get Set for Preschool program.
  •  Elizabeth

    Elizabeth

    Co-Lead Teacher
    Ms. Elizabeth is currently working on an associates degree at Cincinnati State. She has over ten years of experience working with children. Ms. Elizabeth finds fulfillment in helping children grow up and discover the world. She joined our faculty in May 2023 and is a Co-Lead Teacher in our infant room.
  •  Girija

    Girija

    Lead Teacher
    Ms. Girija has a Bachelor's degree and teaching experience from India. She feels that helping children is the most rewarding job she could have. Ms. Girija joined our faculty in August 2023 and is the Lead Teacher in one of our Toddler classrooms.
  •  Hollie

    Hollie

    Lead Teacher
    Miss Hollie completed her Child Development Associate Certificate at Scarlet Oaks Career Center in 2020. She joined our school in May 2019 and has experience working with many age groups. Miss Hollie teaches in our Preschool program.
  •  Lizbeth

    Lizbeth

    Lead Teacher
    Ms. Liz has her Associates in Early Childhood Development from Miami University. She did her student teaching in our Pre-Kindergarten room in January 2019 and joined our staff as a Lead Pre-Kindergarten Teacher in May 2019.
  •  Maria

    Maria

    Lead Teacher
    Ms. Maria has an Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education and brings 6 years of early childhood experience in addition to 9 years as a nurse’s assistant. She is the older infant lead teacher in our Panda Room. She joined our staff in January 2021.
  •  Ryan

    Ryan

    Lead Teacher
    Mr. Ryan attended Lincoln Christian College, where he studied children’s ministry, and is interested in earning a CDA (Child Development Associate). He brings previous experience as a Lead Pre-Kindergarten Teacher, a Childcare Center Assistant Director, as well as a Director of a Boys and Girls Club. Mr. Ryan loves teaching children because it brings the opportunity to be a role model and a positive influence. He joined our team in June 2023 and is a Lead Teacher in our Pre-Kindergarten program.
  •  Summer

    Summer

    Lead Teacher
    Ms. Summer is renewing her Infant and toddler C.D.A. She has 14 years experience caring for children between the ages of 6 weeks and 12 years. Ms. Summer joined our staff in November 2022 and is the Lead Teacher in one of our Toddler classrooms.
  •  Eli

    Eli

    Assistant Teacher
    Mr. Eli has an Associates Degree in liberal arts from Sinclair Community College. He has worked in early childhood education since 2019. Mr. Eli joined our faculty in March 2020 and has experience teaching children of all ages.
  •  Kate

    Kate

    Assistant Teacher
    Ms. Kate is a graduate of Sycamore High School and is pursuing her interest in Early Childhood Education. She has experience working with all ages and is the Assistant Teacher in one of our Toddler classrooms. Miss Kate joined our team in June 2020.
  •  Maricar

    Maricar

    Assistant Teacher
    Ms. Maricar is currently pursuing her Child Development Associate Certificate (CDA). She has worked in our toddler program and is currently assisting in our Toddler program. Ms. Maricar joined our team in August 2019.
  •  Natasha

    Natasha

    Assistant Teacher
    Ms. Tasha has previous experience in childcare. She believes that helping children grow and develop is a gift. Ms. Tasha joined our staff in June 2023 and assists in our Preschool classroom.
  •  McKenley

    McKenley

    Resource Teacher
    Ms. McKenley has experience working with children in an in-home care setting. She finds helping children learn and discover their interests/talents very rewarding. Ms. McKenley joined our staff in June 2022 and is a Resource Teacher, helping out where needed in the school.
  •  Michelle

    Michelle

    Resource Teacher
    Ms. Michelle is a Resource Teacher and works where needed in the school. She has studied Early Childhood Education at the University of Cincinnati. Ms. Michelle has been working with preschoolers since 1986 and joined our school in 2009.
  •  Rebeckah

    Rebeckah

    Resource Teacher
    Ms. Bekah is a senior in college majoring in Psychology. She has experience with children through babysitting and tutoring at an elementary school in Cincinnati with Bearcat Buddies. Ms. Bekah enjoys the creativity, imagination, and energy that children have. She joined our staff in September 2023 and is a resource teacher.
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