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 20 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

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.

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.

Miss McKenna has over a decade of experience in early childhood education. With a bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology and currently pursuing her master’s degree in education, she is deeply committed to fostering meaningful learning experiences during the most important years of development. She is honored to be part of The Goddard School community and is dedicated to helping each child grow, thrive, and reach their fullest potential.

Miss Emerson is our Lead Infant Room Teacher. She is currently working toward earning her bachelor's degree in psychology from the University of Phoenix. She loves working with our youngest learners and believes they learn best through hands-on experiences, visual learning, and exploration.

Miss Rhonda is one of our Assistant Infant Teachers. She has worked in childcare for several years and loves helping our youngest learners grow and reach new milestones. Miss Rhonda enjoys creating a supportive environment where all infants can learn and thrive. Outside of the classroom, she loves spending time with her family and her dog.

Miss Elise is excited to begin her journey in the early childhood field, where she has found a true passion for working with infants and toddlers. She is also a graduate of Penn State Harrisburg, where she earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders. In addition to her academic training, Miss Elise has extensive experience providing babysitting and supportive care for young children.

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. She loves creating a loving and fun environment where all of her kiddos can learn, grow, and thrive every day!

Amina is an Assistant Teacher in our Toddler classroom and has been working in early childhood education for over five years. She has a strong passion for working with young children and is dedicated to helping them grow and develop during these important early years.

Miss Dani is our Lead Get Set 2 teacher and has been working with children for over five years. She enjoys spending time in the classroom, creating engaging activities, and helping her students explore and learn through hands-on experiences.

Mrs. Manasa has been a wonderful part of our Goddard family for a year, and we are so grateful to have her! She holds a Bachelor’s Degree 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.

Miss Jillian is our Assistant Preschool Teacher. She has a big passion for working with young children. She also has several years of childcare experience through babysitting. Miss Jillian believes children learn best in a safe, nurturing environment where they feel valued and supported.

Mr. Jake is our Assistant Preschool 2 teacher. He has worked with middle school students for the past six years in both charter and public school settings as a Social Studies teacher. Mr. Jake holds a bachelor’s degree in Education with a concentration in Social Studies, as well as a master’s degree in Curriculum and Instruction. In addition to his work in education, he is an active member of the York Symphony Orchestra.

Miss Ally is our Lead PreK 1 teacher. She has been working with kids for over 7 years. She is currently working towards a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential. When Miss Ally is not in the classroom, she enjoys line dancing every week!

Mr. Gabe is our Lead Pre-K 2 teacher. He has been working with young children for over five years through his role as a youth group leader at his church. Mr. Gabe is passionate about helping children learn, grow, and build confidence as they prepare for kindergarten. He is also currently working toward earning his degree in Education and enjoys bringing his knowledge and enthusiasm into the classroom each day.

Miss. Lisa is our STEM teacher and 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.

Miss Rylee is our summer resource teacher. She has been working with kids for the past 5 years. She will soon be graduating with a bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science and a minor in Psychology.