Our Teachers

I earned my Bachelors Degree in Business Administration from Lipscomb University in Nashville TN. My wife Tammy and I have lived and worked in the Franklin community for the past 25 years. We have two sons, Jackson and Cooper, who are currently attending the Ohio State University. We chose to be part of The Goddard School because it is the best option for the overall development of your child. We are happy to be a part of their family! We are humbled by the opportunity to make a positive difference in the life of your most prized possessions!

Ms. Tonya earned her Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential at Nashville State Community College. We are so happy to have Ms. Tonya as our Goddard Berry Farms Director! Ms. Tonya brings over 20 years Early Childhood Leadership experience as a Director, Staff Trainer, and Health Safety Coordinator. Overall Ms. Tonya has been part of Early Childhood education for over 30 years.

Ms. Kathy had her Child Development Associate credential from Ellis University. We are so happy to have Ms. Kathy as our first Asst. Director the Goddard School Berry Farms! Kathy has over 20 years experience in Early Childhood including 12 years of Director/Asst. Director experience. We are excited to have her join our team!

Michelle received her Bachelors Degree in Human Development with a minor in Psychology from Lee University in Cleveland, TN. We are so happy to have Michelle Ivey as an Assistant Director of our Goddard School! Ms. Michelle brings 10 years of childhood experience to our school. She is a cornerstone of our Berry Farms school! Ms. Michelle's goal is to help provide a loving and uplifting foundation for staff, families, and students so that they can soar!

Ms. Margaret is a graduate of the Nashville Technology School in Nashville, TN. Ms. Margaret was born and raised in Williamson County and currently lives in College Grove, TN. She is a devoted wife of 26 years and has 3 children. Ms. Margaret has been a co-teacher in our Chicks Infant Classroom for over 5 years and loves working with our infants.

Ms. Jill is a Nashville native with over 15 years of experience in early childhood education. She graduated from The University of Tennessee of Chattanooga with an Interior Design degree. We are excited that Ms. Jill will be in our Chicks Infant classroom.

We are excited to have Ms. Hannah join our Young Toddler Penguin classroom! Ms. Hannah earned her Bachelor's of Psychology and a minor in Elementary Education from the University of Tennessee at Knoxville. Ms. Hannah has over 7 years of expericence of caring for children.

Ms. Christina is from Weston Connecticut and moved to middle Tennessee in 2016. She has over 3 years experience working in early childcare. Ms. Christina brings her love of drawing/art to our Young Toddler Penguin classroom.

Ms. Lexie was born and raised in Anchorage, AK. She obtained a Bachelor's degree from the University of South Alabama and is currently working toward her Masters in Human Development. Lexie just moved to Tennessee in May of 2024 and we are so excited for her to join our team as a Parrot toddler teacher.

Ms. Camille is from Knoxville Tennessee and moved to middle Tennessee while attending school. She graduated from Belmont University with a Bachelor of Science before obtaining a Masters Degree in Psychology in London. We are excited to have Ms. Camille join our Parrot Toddler classroom.

Ms. Hannah is originally from Athens Georgia but now calls Tennessee home. She obtained two Bachelor's degrees in Graphic Design and Art from Young Harris College. Ms. Hannah has several years of experience in children's and youth ministry, as well as teaching at various camps. Ms. Hannah will soon be starting a Master's program in Art Education. She has been a great addition to our Twos Peacock classroom.

Ms. Terri is from Hopkinsville Kentucky and moved to middle Tennessee in 2022. She attended Southern New Hampshire University. Ms Terri retired after 20 years as an accountant. She has over 20 years of experience working with young children. We are happy to have her join our Twos Peacock classroom.

Ms. Jennifer received her Bachelor's Degree from Moody Bible Institute in Children's Ministry. Ms. Jennifer recently relocated to us from Dalton GA and has been in our Get Set Hawk Classroom for 7 years. She has 19 years of experience in Early Childhood working in Montessori, learning and development schools.

Ms. Neely is from Starkville Mississippi. She joins our team with over a year of experience working in early childcare. Ms. Neely has been a great addition to our Twos Hawks classroom.

Sharon brings several years of caregiving experience to our Goddard support team! She is originally from Houston TX and moved to Tennessee while in her 20's. Sharon loves ancestry, reading, and spending time with her family. Ms Sharon has been a great addition to our Cardinal Preschool classroom!

Ms. Emily received her Master's in Education from Trevecca Nazarene University and has over 5 years of teaching experience in early childhood. Ms. Emily is married with a 3-year-old girl. She enjoys camping and family activities. Ms. Emily is excited to lead our Preschool Cardinal classroom!

Ms. Carol joins the Preschool Owls classroom as a Co-lead Teacher. Ms. Carol brings over 20 years of experience of working with children as a nanny and, special needs Teacher to our Preschool Owls classroom. Carol also enjoys travel, movies and is an accomplished singer!

Ms. Crissy received her CDA from Ellis University. Ms. Crissy has 28 years of childcare experience with all age groups. She has two children of her own. Chrissy is the Lead Teacher of the Preschool Owls Classroom!

Ms. Jamie has been watching children excel as an early education teacher for over 14 years, with the past 4 years in our Pre-Kindergarten Toucan classroom. She has two boys, Jordan, and Jase, and is involved in her church and spending time with family.

Ms. Mary Ellen received her degree from the University of Illinois at Chicago in Elementary Education. Ms. Mary Ellen brings over 28 years of working with children to our Toucan Pre-Kindergarten classroom! She enjoys spending time with family, reading, watching movies, and going on walks with her dog.

We are excited to have Ms. Alecia join our Goddard family as a co-teacher in our Eagles Pre-Kindergarten classroom. Ms. Alecia has over 30 years of experience in childcare, including owning her preschool. She is from western Kentucky and has an Associate in Applied Science from Brown Mackie College.

Ms. Pam grew up in Knoxville and received a Bachelor's degree from the University of TN. Ms. Pam has experience working in 5 Williamson County Elementary schools and brings 18 years of experience to Goddard Berry Farms. Ms. Pam has 3 children and 7 grandchildren, as well as a cat named Pumpkin and a Toy Poodle named Hershey! Ms. Pam is in our Pre-K Eagles classroom!

Ms. Emma emigrated from England to the US in 2009 with her family. She has worked with young children for over 4 years. She enjoys playing soccer and spending time with her family, especially her 2-year-old Riley. Ms. Emma is a great addition to our Specialist support staff.

Ms. Julie has an Associates Degree in Accounting from Acadiana Technical College in Lafayette, LA. Ms. Julie also attended the University of LA with course study in Education. Ms. Julie will be working in various classrooms as a Specialist Teacher. She has several years of Early Childhood experience and loves to read, scrapbook, and spend time with family.

Ms. Olivia is from St. Augustine Florida and is currently obtaining a degree in Psychology at Middle Tennessee State University. She has over 3 years of experience in early childcare. Ms. Olivia joins our team as a Specialist support staff.

Ms. Rose is from Mechanicsburg Pennsylvania. She comes to us with over 10 years as a teacher in early elementary. Ms. Rose obtained her Master's in Special Education at Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania. Ms. Rose joins our team as a Specialist support staff.

Ms. Marie is from Louden Tennessee located near Knoxville. Ms. Marie retired as an assistant teacher for Knox County School for 23 years. Ms. Marie was married for 66 years and moved to Franklin to be closer to her daughter. Ms. Marie joins our team as a Specialist support staff.