Our Goddard School Teachers

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.

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.

Hi! My name is Ms. Jennifer! I have been with the Goddard team since April of 2025. I have been a stay at home mom for several years but my children are older now so I was ready to get back into the workforce and I love children so that is what drew me to begin working in the childcare field. So far, I love it!

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!

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!!

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.

HI! I am Ms. Karleigh! I have been with the Goddard team since October of 2022. It is because of my love of children that I chose this career path. Working with children everyday is a rewarding experience and as I watch children grow it helps me grow as a person too!!

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.

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!

Hi!! I am Ms. Kelly!! I have been on the Goddard Team since July of 2024. I believe that teaching is the foundation for any child's knowledge. It is my job to give them the tools that will help them interact and learn as they grow!

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.

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!