Our Teachers

Our teachers blend the highest education standards with nurturing care to help foster well-rounded child development.

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. 

  •  Tom

    Tom

    Owner
    Tom is the on-site owner of the Goddard School in Jenks and has been part of the Tulsa community for over 30 years - earning his BS and MBA from the University of Tulsa and working in various management capacities for Tulsa based companies since making Tulsa home. Tom is the proud father of three wonderful adult children - all of whom are responsible for sparking his love for and interest in early childhood education.
  •  Shelee

    Shelee

    Education Director
    Hi my name is Shelee and I joined the Goddard team in August of 2013. I have my Child Development Associates, Certificate of Mastery, and my Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Development. I have worked with children and their families for 25 years now! I find it a rewarding experience to watch and help children learn through their everyday experiences, as well as, getting to know the child’s family. I am very excited to be on the Goddard team! I look forward to working with the children and their families.
  •  Kayele

    Kayele

    Lead Teacher Infants
    Hi! I am Kayele! I have been with the Goddard team since March of 2022. I currently work with infants and am pursuing my CDA. I have a daughter of my own that has attended Goddard which was a rewarding experience as it prepared her for Kindergarten!
  •  Abigail

    Abigail

    Co-Teacher-Infants
    Hi! I am Ms. Abby! I have been with the Goddard team since August of 2023! I believe a successful childcare teacher is patience and should have a good attitude to make the day run smooth. Taking care of infants is a really special job, it's kind of like, this is where they start and we need to get them going to succeed as they move on!!
  •  Mariah

    Mariah

    Lead Teacher First Steps
    HI! I am Ms. Mariah! I have been with the Goddard team since January of 2022. I have my CDA and have worked with children for several years. Children are generally creative and unique and are always learning no matter what they are doing!
  •  Kalie

    Kalie

    Co-Teacher-First Steps
    HI! I am Ms. Kalie! I have been with the Goddard team since April of 2024. I believe children are all unique in their own ways! It is a new day everyday!
  •  Karleigh

    Karleigh

    Co-Teacher Young Toddlers
    HI! I am Ms. Karleigh! I have bee with the Goddard team since November of 2022
  •  Logan

    Logan

    Assistant Teacher/Resource
    Hi! I am Ms. Logan! I have been with the Goddard team since February of 2023. Working with children is a rewarding experience! Seeing them learn and grow everyday is so exciting! I learn things from the children as well!
  •  Gabrielle

    Gabrielle

    Lead Teacher PS1
    Hi! I am Ms. Gabby! I have been with the Goddard team since April of 2024. I have my CDA and my Associates in child development. I have a little boy of my own and I love watching him learn and grow! I love working with children because everyday is a new experience!
  •  Taydym

    Taydym

    Assistant Teacher PS1
    Hi! I am Ms. Taydym! I have bee with the Goddard team since September of 2022. I graduated from Glenpool High School and plan on working towards a degree in education. I love working with the 3-year-olds and being able to watch them develop and learn. I also enjoy reading books and listening to music along with playing games with my friends.
  •  Kadence

    Kadence

    Lead Teacher PS2
    Hi, I am Ms. Kadence and I have been with the Goddard team since March 2024. I moved here from Wyoming not too long ago with my husband and 3 cats. I enjoy gardening and bringing home plants that need extra love and care. I love working with children and help guiding them to their full potential while still letting them be kids.
  •  Faith

    Faith

    Lead Teacher PS3
    Hi! My name is Faith and I have been with The Goddard team since November of 2021. I feel children are eager and ready to learn! Each child should be treated as an individual and as a professional I will value and develop each child's skill. I consider families to be an important part of their child's learning. I am glad to be a part of the Goddard team!
  •  Hailye

    Hailye

    Co-Teacher PS3
    Hi! I am Ms. Hailye! I have been with the Goddard team since July of 2020. I have worked in the childcare field for 4 years. I have two boys and a little girl of my own which I love being very active with outside. I graduated from Jenks High School and attended TCC for a year where I studied child psychology. When I have spare time I enjoy reading, being crafty and painting.
  •  Danielle

    Danielle

    Lead Teacher PK
    Hi! I am Ms. Danielle! I joined the Goddard team in July of 2021 and I worked at the Edmond Goddard school in 2016. I have been working in the childcare field for 15 years. I have two children that are my pride and joy. I am currently pursing my Certificate of Mastery! I believe all children are capable of learning and the best way to teach is through play!
  • Ms Brooklyn

    Ms Brooklyn

    Resource/Assistant Teacher
    Hello! I am Ms. Brooklyn. I've been with the Goddard team since June of 2023. I am a mother to a beautiful little girl. I love working here and being with the children and also love the staff as well.
  •  Aubre

    Aubre

    Resource/Assistant Teacher
    Hi! I am Ms. Aubre! I have been with the Goddard team since June of 2024. Working with children is a new experience each and everyday as they are generally curious and playful which makes for teachable moments at all time!
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