Our Goddard School Teachers

Mr. and Ms. Govil are the owners of the esteemed Goddard Schools located in Ashburn and Leesburg. With nearly two decades of experience operating Goddard Schools, they bring extensive expertise to early childhood education. Mr. Govil holds a B.S. in Chemical Engineering, M.S. in Systems Engineering, and MBA from the University of Virginia Darden School. Ms. Govil holds a B.S. in Chemistry. Throughout her career, Ms. Govil focused on putting customers first across various entrepreneurial ventures, with an emphasis on growth and scale in new markets. Both dedicated significant time to nonprofit organizations, and have been recognized for their commitment to youth leadership and cultural education over the last 30 years. Mr. and Ms. Govil were taught the importance of learning from a young age. Particularly, Ms. Govil's family created opportunities for hundreds of children in India who otherwise lacked access to schooling. They look forward to serving the Alexandria community!

Anuradha "Anu" brings a deep passion for early childhood education and child wellness to her role as Assistant Director at The Goddard School. She holds a Bachelor of Arts degree and completed her Montessori Guide training through Age of Montessori in Montana. In addition, she is a certified Registered Behavior Technician and an authorized training facilitator with Darkness to Light, a nonprofit organization dedicated to preventing child abuse. Anuradha's journey into education began after a career as a flight attendant. Becoming a mother to a daughter and a son ignited her passion for nurturing and supporting young children, inspiring her to pursue a path in early childhood education. She began as a Montessori teacher and later joined The Goddard School as a classroom teacher, where her dedication and leadership naturally led her to the Assistant Director role. She is CPR and MAT certified and is currently working toward her Child Development Associate (CDA) credential.

Miss Rebecca brings more than thirteen years of experience in Early Childhood Education to our team, holding a bachelor’s degree in the field. Her background includes a range of roles, from classroom teaching to serving as an assistant director and operations manager. Throughout her career, her passion for Early Childhood Education has deepened, motivating her to explore the nuances of Early Childhood Curriculum in her new role as Education Director. She is enthusiastic about expanding her understanding of young children, particularly as she delves into the fascinating world of infants.

Miss Manyuri brings with her over 15 years of experience in Early Childhood Education. Her expertise spans across various age groups from infants through school aged children. She served as an assistant director for five years in the state of Virginia and holds a Child Development Accreditation. she has completed extensive training, including CPR, MAT, communications courses and various Early Childhood Education modules.

Miss Brianna brings to our team more than twelve years of experience working with children across all Early Childhood age groups. She is currently dedicated to advancing her education by pursuing her Child Associate Certificate. Brianna is passionate about fostering a nurturing learning environment that supports children in reaching their developmental milestones. She is excited to continue her impactful work with young children.

Miss Effat has a Master's degree in Social Work and four years of relevant work experience. What excites her the most about working in Early Childhood Education is witnessing the growth and development of children at such a young age. She is deeply interested in gaining a better understanding of them and learning about their unique ways of perceiving the world. Effat is thrilled to have the opportunity to work with this age group and is very excited to be part of the Goddard family.

Ms. Gaby brings a unique blend of scientific inquiry and passion for Early Childhood Education to our team. Holding a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology from the University of Mary Washington, she has a deep understanding of child development and learning. With 2 years of experience in Early Childhood Education, Ms. Gaby has honed her skills in creating engaging and nurturing environments for young learners. Her background as a behavioral technician has equipped her with her expertise in supporting children's social-emotional growth and development, particularly with ages two through Kindergarten. We're thrilled to have Ms. Gaby join our community, where she'll continue to inspire curiosity, creativity and a love of learning in our students.

Miss Shawn has a Bachelor's degree in Human Ecology with a concentration in Child Development from the University of Maryland, Eastern Shore. She has more than 10 years of experience in Early Childhood Education, teaching various age groups from infancy through preschool. In addition to teaching, Shawn has experience in management as an Education Director. Her interest in working with young children stems from being a witness to their developmental progress across all domains and aspects.

Miss Marilyn is filled with enthusiasm as she embarks on her career with the Goddard School, eager to delve into the intricacies of understanding these young learners. She is keen on advancing her education in Early Childhood Development to bring out the best in herself and her students. Marilyn takes delight in witnessing the development of children's social, physical and cognitive skills. She is captivated by the intelligence and humor that children possess, and looks forward to learning from them in their unique and charming ways.

Ms. Mia is our enthusiastic Mandarin teacher, bringing a wealth of knowledge and passion to our Preschool and Pre-K classrooms. She attended Roshan High School in Loushan County, China, where her love for language began. Miss. Mia graduated from Zhengzhou University with a Degree in English, followed by a degree in Chinese for Foreigners from Guangzhou University. Having recently moved to the United States, Miss. Mia is excited to share her expertise and cultural insight with our young learners. Her vibrant teaching style and dedication to fostering a love for the Mandarin language promise to inspire our students as they embark on their language journey. We are thrilled to have her as a part of our team!