The Goddard School of Mechanicsburg

Bios

• Miss Nancy

  My name is Nancy Goss and I am the proud owner of the Goddard School in Mechanicsburg. I live within the local community with my husband Kenneth and our 4 amazing children Ashley, Emily, and our twins William and Alexis. My oldest Ashley started at my school when she was 10 months old and I decided to return to work as a pediatric nurse. I have always valued the care and education that the Goddard School family has provided. With my passion of working with children and our community, I hold a strong belief that Early Childhood Education is a foundation for our future leaders. I'm committed to providing a safe, stimulating and nurturing environment for your children. Thank you for allowing me the privilege and honor to care for your children!

• Miss Hope

  Miss Hope began teaching at The Goddard School in Mechanicsburg in 2021. She is currently attending Capella University to complete her Bachelor's of Psychology. Miss Hope received her Child Development Associate Certificate in 2023. She believes that children learn best by having hands-on experiences with encouragement. Learning through play is important because it makes learning fun and promotes creative thinking. Miss Hope's favorite thing about the Goddard School is the family involvement that happens. She loves how everyone enjoys and looks forward to muffin with moms, donuts with dads, grandparents' picnic, and many more days where we have the opportunity to bond as a community. Miss Hope's favorite teaching quote is "A great teacher takes a hand, opens a mind, and touches a heart."

• Mrs Sierra

  Sierra is the Director of Education here at the Goddard School. Before becoming the Director of Education, Sierra was our kindergarten teacher. She graduated from Shippensburg University in May of 2020, with her bachelor's degree in science of education Pre-K to 4th grade. She enjoys hiking, skiing, and spending time with her husband, dogs, and cat. Her son Maverick started here at The Goddard School when he was three months old. As a parent she loves being able to observe him interact with peers and thrive every day.

• Mrs Cheyenne

  Cheyenne started at The Goddard School of Mechanicsburg in 2020. She graduated from New Oxford High School in 2015. Cheyenne studied at HACC where she received her Child Development Associates! In her spare time, she enjoys baking, watching her nephew, and spending time with her husband and family!

• Miss Delaney

  Miss Delaney has been working with children for 8 years. She started babysitting when she was 15 years old. She has worked at two daycares and a few summer camps. Miss Delaney thinks working with children is extremely rewarding because she gets to watch them learn and grow. Miss Delaney believes children learn by play and exploration.

• Miss Jordan

  Miss Jordan has her own daughter as well as two plus years' experience caring for one-year olds! Her favorite thing about working at Goddard is being able to make a difference in a child's life and watching them grow. She is a classically trained singer that likes being outdoors!

• Mrs Kaitlin

  Miss Kaitlin joins us from Virgina! She has her earned her bachelor's degree from Messiah University and her master's degree from George Mason University, both in music education. She has 10 years of experience as an elementary music teacher and two years as a Kindergarten Assistant. Miss Kaitlin wants to make a positive influence on all of her students. She believes children learn best by play and exploring.

• Mrs Kaitlyn

  Miss Kaitlyn has been teaching for the Goddard School in Mechanicsburg since 2021. She currently has been working in the childcare field for over 10 years and is currently going to school for her bachelor's in Early Childhood Education. Miss Kaitlyn feels that children learn best through hands-on learning, play, and positive reinforcement. Her favorite thing about the Goddard School is how close everyone is with each other, and she likes the relationships she has built here. Miss Kaitlyn's favorite quote is "Behind every child who believes in themselves is a teacher who believes in themselves first."

• Mrs Lisa

  Mrs. Lisa has experience caring for little ones in all types of settings! She home schooled her little ones, has worked for early learning centers, and babysat close friends and family. Mrs. Lisa enjoys puzzles, diamond art, and hiking when she is not in the classroom! Her favorite thing about caring for children at Goddard is watching young children's creativity shine through.

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• Miss Addison

  Miss Addison is studying at Millersville University while caring for little ones at Goddard! Addison was adopted from China and enjoys learning and teaching about different cultures. Addison enjoys painting in her free time.

• Mrs Dominique

  Mrs. Dominique started here at Goddard in October 2024. She has experience working with children in public schools and daycares. She has experience working as a special education assistant teacher at Sequentia Elementary school. In Mrs. Dominique's free time she loves playing disc golf, fishing, spending time with her husband and having family game nights! Her favorite thing about working at Goddard is being able to watch the children grow and learn new things. A fun fact about Mrs. Dominique is that she loves art, board games and loves spending time outdoors!

• Miss Elizabeth

  Miss Elizabeth has her Associate's Degree in Early Childhood from HACC. She has a few years of experience working with younger children. Miss Elizabeth loves caring for children and watching them grow and reach new milestones. Miss Elizabeth believes children learn best through play. In her free time, Miss Elizabeth enjoys swimming and going to amusement parks.

• Miss Jessica

  Jess started in April 2024 caring for our school's one-year olds. She has three years of experience caring for young children, as well as many years of experience caring for her own. She has achieved a social work degree from Indiana. Parents have nick named her the "Marry Poppins" and love the energy she provides daily. She takes pride in creating a safe, nurturing, and creative environment for her babies. Her favorite thing about Goddard is creating bonds with the children.

• Miss Kylie

  Miss Kylie joins us with seven years of childcare experience and two children of her own; one who has graduated from The Goddard School and one who is currently growing and learning at our school. Her favorite thing about Goddard is how everyone is treated like family and how staff work together to create that close community feeling. When Miss Kylie is not teaching the one-year-olds she enjoys taking a walk and listening to music. She also loves doing yoga in the classroom and in her free time.