Our Goddard School Teachers

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

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. 

  • Mr Ed
    Mr Ed
    On-Site Owner
    Mr Ed is in his 21st year as the on-site owner here at the Goddard School in Sanatoga. With his wife Maria, he has raised four daughters, the youngest of which has now graduated college. When he is not at the school, he enjoys fishing, golf and the Jersey shore.
  • Miss Aliscia
    Miss Aliscia
    Assistant Director
    Miss Aliscia is our Assistant Director. She comes to us with 14 years experience working with all various ages. She moved to this area in 2004 from Philadelphia. Aliscia has earned her CDA through Rasmussen College in 2017. In her down time she enjoys hiking, camping, being a mom to her son and just laughing and enjoying family time. She is excited to work together and watch your children excel and grow!
  • Miss Patti
    Miss Patti
    Director of Education
    Miss Patti is our Director of Education. She has over 20 years experience working with young children. She has her Child Development Associate from Montgomery Early Learning Center. Patti joined our faculty in 2006. In her spare time, she enjoys kayaking and cycling. Patti's favorite children's book is "Love You Forever" by Robert Munsch. In her words, "Helping children and their families is the most rewarding job. I learn from children every day! Children motivate me to be a better person."
  • Miss Debra
    Miss Debra
    Toddler Teacher
    Miss Deb joined us in July 2023. She has experience with multiple classrooms in our school. In her free time, she enjoys hanging out with her fiancé and wedding planning. Her favorite children’s book is "Little Blue Truck" by Alice Shertle.
  • Miss Shanita
    Miss Shanita
    Bridge Teacher
    Miss Shanita joined us in October 2025. She came to us with experience with all age groups and worked at various childcare centers. She is our master of potty training!
  •  Ms. Savanna
    Ms. Savanna
    Lead Preschool Teacher
    Miss Savanna joined our team as a floating assistant teacher September 2025. She is currently working on her Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education.
  • Ms Ms. Melissa
    Ms Ms. Melissa
    Pre-K Assistant
    Ms. Melissa lived in Florida for 30 years, where she spent 8 years teaching preschool and developing a love for helping young children learn and grow. She later chose to be a stay-at-home mom to her two children, who are now 26 and 29 years old. Family has always been an important part of her life. She grew up with four brothers and one sister, and she now enjoys spending time with her family whenever she can. One of her favorite children’s books is Silly Sally Walks Upside Down, a fun and silly story that perfectly captures the joy and imagination of childhood.
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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