Our Goddard School Teachers

The Brinson Family are the proud owners of The Goddard School of Stafford, VA. Prior to joining the Goddard family, Ms. Wendy served in the United States Army for 21 years as a Military Police Officer. After retiring, she knew that she wanted to continue to service in a meaningful way in a career where she could touch lives. When she learned about the Goddard philosophy Ms. Wendy felt an immediate connection. Fostering the love of learning while providing a safe, nurturing environment for children coupled with her background, was a perfect fit. Their family goal is to make each family’s Goddard experience exceptional, providing a nurturing and stimulating environment for your children to become confident learners as they develop. As the on-site owner, Ms. Wendy would like to extend an invitation to you and your family to visit her wonderful school and allow her to introduce you to her warm and professional faculty and tell you about the Goddard’s approach to lifelong learning!

Ms. Trinia is a seasoned educator and leader with over 20 years of professional experience, including 14 years devoted to early childhood education. She has a proven track record of excellence in overseeing daily operations. She has successfully coordinated staff teams, partnered with fellow directors to achieve strategic goals, and cultivated environments where both children and educators flourish. Her expertise also includes curriculum development, professional training, and student progress monitoring, ensuring that every child receives the personalized support they need to thrive academically and socially. Her leadership is defined by empathy, dedication, and a deep passion for nurturing young minds. Under Ms. Trinia’s guidance, our school continues to be a safe, joyful, and enriching space where children feel inspired, confident, and ready to explore the world around them.

Ms. Ray is our Assistant Director and joined our team in 2024. She's a mother of 4 wonderful children, which she raised single handedly. She brings over 23 years of experience in early education, having served in several leadership roles throughout her career. With a strong background in child development, she is dedicated to fostering engaging and stimulating learning experiences for all children. Ms. Ray loves watching children learn new things and grow each day. Her passion for early childhood education has inspired her to continue creating nurturing environments where every child can thrive.

Ms. Ki’ah is our Lead Wolves Teacher and joined our team in 2021. She has been involved in The Goddard School since high school and through dedication, has worked her way up to Lead Teacher. She brings creativity into the classroom to make learning engaging and unforgettable.

Ms. Rose is our Assistant Toucans Teacher and joined our team in 2018. She has over two decades of experience in childcare. Ms. Rose is dedicated to providing children with a strong foundation and the fundamental building blocks necessary to build a strong future.

Ms. Brittany is our Lead Cubs Teacher and joined our team in 2021. She has an extensive background working with children. Her dedication and nurturing spirit creates a loving environment for children to not only learn, but thrive.

Ms. Dorothy is our Lead Toucans Teacher and joined our team in 2022. She has dedicated her professional and educational career to early childhood education. She is a proponent of leading by good examples and creates a warm and inviting classroom that inspires learning.

Ms. Mildred is our Assistant Stallions Teacher and joined our team in 2023. She has over fifteen years of diverse experience. She takes great joy in watching her students grow, celebrating each milestone as they develop academically, socially, and emotionally.

Ms. Regina is our Lead Tigers Teacher and joined our team in 2023. She learned that working with children is her passion. Her classroom is an extension of her home, providing a nurturing and loving atmosphere where students are inspired to pursue their dreams.

Ms. Tamia is our Assistant Stallions Teacher and joined our team in 2024. She started her childcare journey while taking college courses. She enjoys developing activities that not only nurture fine motor skills, but foster a fun and inclusive learning environment.

Ms. Sani'ah is our Resource Teacher and joined our team in 2024. Ms. Sani'ah enjoys building bonds with children and watching them grow into the person they want to become. She adores younger children and love teaching and caring for them.

Ms. Briana is our Lead Lions Teacher and joined our team in 2025. She believes working with children is one of the most rewarding experiences and is looking forward to learning from her students as much as they are learning from her.

Ms. Amanda is our Co-Lead Giraffes Teacher and joined our team in 2024. She developed a passion for early education as soon as she was able to babysit. Smiles and giggles of littles is what she enjoys most!

Ms. Nazira is our Assistant Stallions Teacher and joined our team in 2023. Ms. Nazira discovered her passion for childcare after she experienced a traumatic event that had a happy ending. This only increased her belief that children are the hope of our bright future through kindness and love.

Ms. Rhianon is our Lead Pandas Teacher and joined our team in 2024. Her experience spans several settings including swim coach. She is committed to fostering her students' developmental growth, while embracing the idea that learning is a lifelong journey.

Ms. Digna, is our Lead Stallions Teacher and joined our team in 2025. She brings over 27 years of experience in early childhood education, including many years as a Kindergarten teacher. Working with children has always been one of the most rewarding experiences in her life. She take great pride in being responsible and dedicated herself to her job, building positive relationships with parents, and supporting her co-workers.

Ms. Ah’my-rah, is our Assistant Tigers Teacher and joined our team in 2025. She believes that Education helps us learn, grow, and discover new things every day and it teaches us how to read, solve problems and develop skills that last a lifetime.

Ms. Latoya is our Assistant Pandas Teacher and joined our team is 2025. She recently earned my Bachelor’s degree in Communication Studies with a focus in Public Relations. She love making a positive impact and bringing creativity and energy into the classroom! She plan to attend grad school for Sports Management to combine her love for sports and working with children. In her free time, she enjoy spending time with family and friends, listening to Mariah Carey, and watching Marvel’s Avengers movies!