Our Goddard School Teachers

I have proudly owned The Goddard School of Mechanicsburg for over 20 years, bringing a wealth of experience and passion to early childhood education. After 27 years in the industry, I recently opened a second Goddard School here at Legacy Park. Continuing my commitment to providing exceptional learning environments for young children. As a mother of four, I understand the importance of creating a nurturing, safe, and engaging space for every child. Before venturing into education, I worked as a pediatric RN for nearly 10 years, providing compassionate care to children and families. My dedication to service extends beyond the classroom—I have been deeply involved in the Mechanicsburg community for over two decades, fostering strong relationships and supporting local initiatives. As a proud veteran, I bring discipline, leadership, and a strong sense of duty to everything I do. I am committed to ensuring every child at The Goddard School receives the highest quality care and education

Mrs. Sierra is the Executive Director here at The Goddard School. Before becoming the Director of Education, she was our Kindergarten teacher. She graduated from Shippensburg University in May 2020 with her Bachelor’s Degree in Science of Education, specializing in Pre-K to 4th grade. Outside of school, Mrs. Sierra enjoys hiking, skiing, and spending time with her husband, dogs, and cat. Her son, Maverick, started at The Goddard School when he was just three months old. As both a parent and an educator, she loves watching him interact with his peers and thrive every day.

Mrs. Kelly has been at The Goddard School for 9 years! With over 25 years of experience in early childhood education, Mrs. Kelly brings a wealth of knowledge, compassion, and creativity to her classroom every single day. Her calm presence, nurturing spirit, and dedication to helping children grow and thrive have made her an invaluable part of our Goddard family. Whether she’s guiding little learners through their first school experiences or creating engaging lessons that spark curiosity, Mrs. Kelly’s passion for childcare shines through in everything she does. Outside the classroom, Mrs. Kelly enjoys spending time in her garden, diving into a good book, cooking delicious meals, and cherishing time with her family and grandchildren.

Miss Sarah has been part of the Goddard family for 3 years and has worked in other Goddard schools for over 6 years. She holds associate degrees in Psychology and Criminal Justice. In her free time, Miss Sarah loves living her best life as a proud cat mom and enjoys spending time with her family and friends relaxing and making memories. Her favorite part about being a teacher is creating a loving and fun environment where all of her kiddos can learn, grow, and thrive every day!

Mrs. Rachel has been with the Goddard family for 8 years and brings over 25 years of experience in childcare! Originally from Baltimore, Maryland, Mrs. Rachel holds a bachelor’s degree in Biology and has a deep passion for helping children grow and thrive. Her calm and caring nature helps create a nurturing classroom environment where every child feels loved, accepted, and ready to learn. In her free time, she enjoys watching great shows, hiking, and spending time with her family and friends. Mrs. Rachel’s favorite part of teaching is building a positive and supportive learning environment where children can explore, grow, and be themselves.

Mrs. Moriah (Mo), who has been part of our Goddard family for 3 wonderful years! Her passion for working with children started back in high school, and she’s been making a difference ever since. Coming from a big family, Mrs. Moriah is the youngest of six siblings—and the only girl among five brothers! Her nurturing and playful spirit shines through in everything she does. In her free time, Mrs. Moriah loves watching movies, doing crafts, listening to music, and spending quality time with her family and friends.

Mrs. Bobbie brings with her over 20 years of experience working with children — from raising her own, to volunteering with the children at her church, babysitting, and even running her own in-home daycare! Her passion for nurturing and guiding young minds shines through in everything she does. While she loves working with all age groups, her heart has a special place for the younger kiddos. She enjoys watching them grow, learn, and thrive each and every day! In her free time, Mrs. Bobbie loves spending time with her family and friends, and you can often find her camping and enjoying the great outdoors!

Mrs. Manasa has been a wonderful part of our Goddard family for almost half a year, and we are so grateful to have her! She holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education and previously taught preschool in her home country. With over 10 years of experience teaching young children, Mrs. Manasa brings a wealth of knowledge, creativity, and passion to our classrooms every single day. Her favorite thing about being at The Goddard School is planning fun crafts for the children and watching their faces light up with pride and joy when they create their very own masterpieces! In her free time, Mrs. Manasa loves spending time with her family and friends and making special memories together.

Mrs. Lisa has been part of our Goddard family for 4 years and brings with her over 12 years of experience in public education! Mrs. Lisa has a passion for STEM education and loves creating a welcoming, hands-on learning environment where children can explore, create, and discover together. One of her favorite things about teaching is watching students get excited as they experiment, problem-solve, and learn through play. Outside the classroom, Mrs. Lisa enjoys spending time with her family, shopping with her daughter, gardening, and volunteering in the community.

Miss Emily is the daughter of our owner, Nancy, and she absolutely loves being alongside her mom—watching the love, care, and passion that go into each and every day here at The Goddard School! Emily is currently a student at Penn State University, where she’s studying Early Childhood Education. When she’s not studying or helping out at Goddard, you can find her spending time with family and friends or riding horses. Her favorite part about Goddard is, planning fun summer camp activities for all of our amazing kiddos and seeing their smiles light up the day!