The Goddard School of Hampton

Bios

• Ms Alyssa

  My name is Alyssa and I am the owner of the Goddard School of Hampton. My husband, Chris, and I have amazing twin girls and a little boy who inspire us every day. Like every parent, we poured our hearts into searching for the perfect place for our children, a place where they could not only learn but truly flourish. At Goddard, we don't just teach; we ignite a lifelong love of learning. Being parents ourselves, we know that safety is paramount; it's the peace of mind that allows children to truly open their hearts and minds to the wonders of learning. It's my passion to provide that peace of mind, to offer the highest quality education, and to create a place where every child feels like they belong, a place where they can grow, learn, and shine. We're not just a school; we're a family, and we'd love for your child to be a part of it. We proudly serve families in Hampton, Gibsonia, Allison Park, Fox Chapel, McCandless, Shaler, and more.

• Mr Christian

  Mr. Chris has been working in the background since before we opened, but joined the school full time in April 2024.

• Ms Jeanine

  Ms. Jeanine has been with The Goddard School since August 2023. She grew up in the North Hills and spent most of her youth living in the Gibsonia area. She has her Bachelor’s degree in English and Women’s Studies and her Master's of Science in Education. Ms. Jeanine has 14 years of experience working with children; many of those years were spent in a leadership role. Her passion is in Early Childhood Education and ensuring that all children are able to be his/her own individual selves. Ms. Jeanine has a husband, son and dog who keep her busy and on her toes! She enjoys spending time outside, exploring, doing arts and crafts, reading, singing and dancing.

• Ms Amy

  Ms. Amy has been with the Goddard School since December 2023 as our Assistant Director and Kindergarten Director. She has been working with children for most of her life, starting with babysitting as a teen, growing up in Ohio. After graduating from college with a degree in Child and Family Studies, Ms. Amy moved to Pittsburgh to begin working as a preschool teacher and later as a center director. Ms. Amy then worked as a nanny for many years, before returning to work as both a teacher and assistant director at other centers in the area. In Ms. Amy's spare time, she has been a youth leader for the teens at her church for many years. She is a counselor for a summer camp where she is also on the board of directors and has previously served as president and vice-president. In her spare time, she loves photography, music, movies, board games, and all things Disney. Ms. Amy lives here in Gibsonia with her husband Brian, her daughter Heidi, and her dog, Tinker Bell.

• Ms Christina

  Ms. Christy has been with the Goddard School since February 2024 and is our lead prekindergarten teacher. She has a BS in Early Childhood Education and a master’s degree in Education. She has been teaching in the preschool setting for many years and has a very strong passion for the education of young children! She enjoys spending time with her friends, volunteering and being outside! She is very excited to join The Goddard School – Hampton family!

• Ms Claire

  Ms. Claire has been with the Goddard School since March 2025 and is our lead twos teacher. She has worked in childcare for 10 years and has known she wanted to work with children since she volunteered as a camp counselor as a high school student. She has worked with children as a swim instructor, a camp counselor, and in preschools. She graduated from Pennsylvania State University with a bachelor's in psychology and is working on pursing her Master's Degree in Psychology with a focus on counseling for children. She loves exploring nature, painting, and baking.

• Ms Hannah

  Ms. Hannah has been with the Goddard School since March 2024 and is our lead bridge teacher. She has been working with children for over 10 years. She first discovered her passion for teaching while working at a summer art camp at age 16. Ever since then, she has taught older toddler classrooms for many years, and also has been a nanny. Growing up, Ms. Hannah was homeschooled, alongside her 6 siblings. Coming from a creative family helped influence her style of teaching by incorporating music, theater, art, dance and encouraging children to let their imaginations run wild. In her spare time, Ms. Hannah enjoys singing, Ceili dancing, exploring nature, and writing letters to pen pals. She lives in Pittsburgh with her partner, their 3 cats, and their dog.

• Ms Hillary

  Ms. Hillary has been with the Goddard School since April 2025. She has been working in the early childhood education field since 2010. Ms. Hillary realized at a very early age (when her niece with cri-du-chat was born) that she enjoys working with children. Ms. Hillary obtained her CDA in spring of 2024 and is a member of the P.R.I.D.E. cohort with the University of Pittsburgh. Ms. Hillary enjoys expanding her knowledge about children and the best ways she can positively impact them and their futures while building diversity, inclusivity, and community within the classroom. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her children, reading, enjoying nature, drawing, and listening to music.

• Ms Janet

  Ms. Janet has been with the Goddard School since June 2023 and is our lead kindergarten teacher. She graduated from Clarion University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education and earned her Master’s Degree at Slippery Rock with a Reading Specialist Certification. Being a teacher was Ms. Janet’s lifelong dream, and she has been following that dream since 2017, beginning her journey as a Kindergarten teacher in 2024. Ms. Janet has a passion for singing, telling stories, and art. Her biggest hope for the children in her class is that when they move on to first grade, they are confident and independent, with a genuine love of learning that stays with them for life. Outside of school, Ms. Janet loves to spend time exploring nature with her husband, their teenage daughter, and their dog, Toby.

• Mr Jason

  Mr. Jason has been with the Goddard School since December 2023 and is a lead prekindergarten teacher. He graduated from Duquesne University with a Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education. Mr. Jason found his passion in teaching in when he was in high school as he began working at a summer camp as a counselor. During the hours he is not teaching, Mr. Jason likes playing baseball or spending time with his family.

• Mr Joshua

  Mr. Josh has been with the Goddard School since March 2023 and is our lead prekindergarten teacher. He got his start at a summer camp and found a passion for working with children. Through firsthand experience and learning from his talented peers, Mr. Josh has tried to become the best teacher he could possibly be. He enjoys finding silly ways to keep kids engaged and to show that learning can be fun. When not working at The Goddard School, Mr. Josh explores his love of skateboarding, reading, art and movies! He also loves his family and their cat Dory!

• Ms Lindsay

  Ms. Lindsay has been with the Goddard School since August 2023 and is a lead infant teacher. She first started her role as a child caregiver in high school as a date night babysitter and her love of children has grown and grown each and every year. While she has tried other career paths, Ms. Lindsay has always come back to childcare. She has been a nanny for a few families over the last 5 years and loves watching these kids learn and grow into their own little people. Her favorite part about being a nanny is becoming a part of their family and watching them learn so much over the years she is with them. When Ms. Lindsay isn't busy watching children she loves to read, listen to music, and go hiking or on the boat with her boyfriend.

• Ms Maxine

  Ms. Maxine joined the Goddard School in April 2024 and is our lead toddler teacher. She is a dedicated teacher, committed to nurturing young minds and creating a safe, engaging, and joyful learning environment for our little learners. Her passion for teaching was inspired by her grandmother, Leilou, who was also a teacher. Born and raised in South Florida, Ms. Maxine has always had a passion for caring for young children, being the oldest of four siblings. With experience babysitting, working at multiple childcare centers, and interning at Felix A. Williams Elementary with Kindergarten students, Ms. Maxine has many years of experience in childcare and education. She pursued her degree in Early Childhood Education at Indian River State College, and shortly after graduation, she welcomed her daughter in 2012. She and her husband relocated to Allison Park in 2018. Ms. Maxine enjoys spending time with her pet lizard, bunny, and pigeon, watching movies and playing games with her family.

• Ms Morgan

  Ms. Morgan has been with the Goddard School since June 2023 and is our lead twos teacher. She graduated from Frostburg State University with a Master’s degree in Education with a focus in special education and higher education. She also has an associate’s degree and bachelor’s degrees in criminal justice from Potomac State College of West Virginia University. She has always wanted to create a warm and inviting classroom for kids to learn and thrive in. She believes all students learn at their own speed and it is our job to help them grow and learn along the way. Mrs. Morgan has previously worked with younger students in Cumberland Maryland at a head start center and has also substituted for all grade levels. Mrs. Morgan is originally from Western Maryland and moved to the Pittsburgh area with her husband and two dogs. Mrs. Morgan spends her free time painting and traveling.

• Ms Sarah

  Ms. Sarah joined the Goddard School in June 2024 and is our lead preschool teacher. She found her passion for teaching in high school when she worked as a tutor at an afterschool program. Ms. Sarah went on to study Elementary and Early Childhood Education with a minor in Special Education at Penn State Behrend. Since graduating Ms. Sarah has worked as a Pre-K teacher and as a reading teacher for kindergarten through fifth grade. Ms. Sarah enjoys spending my time at home reading, cooking, or playing video games. She and her husband have two cats, Bunny and Butters that they absolutely adore. Ms. Sarah loves being outdoors camping, hiking, and fishing.

• Ms Stephanie

  Ms. Stephanie has been with the Goddard School since August 2023 and is currently a lead infant teacher. She has over 8 years of previous childcare experience tutoring and nannying for children of all ages, from newborn to preteen. Some of her greatest passions are helping children grow and learn, and making sure each child knows that they are so very special. She graduated from Slippery Rock University with her Bachelor of Arts degree in English and American History. Her search for a fulfilling career path led her to Goddard, where she has found her calling in early childhood education. When Ms. Stephanie is not working, she loves spending time with friends and family, reading, listening to music.

• Ms Taylor

  Ms. Taylor joined the Goddard School in July 2024 and is our lead twos teacher. She has over five years of experience in childcare and is highly passionate about cultivating a safe, fun, and nurturing learning environment for all children. She graduated from Waynesburg University in 2020 with her Bachelor’s degree in Sociology with a focus in Family Studies and minors in Child Development and Psychology. Ms. Taylor’s biggest goal in life is to make a positive impact on every child in her care. She loves being outdoors and likes to spend her free time drinking a cup of coffee while appreciating the nature around her.

• Ms Alyssa

  Ms. Alyssa has been with the Goddard School since May 2023. She graduated from Indiana University of Pennsylvania with a degree in English. She started working in childcare in 2021. Ms. Alyssa is excited to be a part of the Goddard School of Hampton community. In her free time, Ms. Alyssa enjoys Musical Theater, movies, and reading. Ms. Alyssa also enjoys spending time with her friends, family, and cat, Professor Marvel.

• Ms Elizabeth

  Ms. Elizabeth has been with the Goddard School since January 2024 and is our lead first steps/ toddler teacher. She is a graduate from Grove City College where she received her bachelor's in Biblical and Religious Studies. She has worked with children for many years nannying, volunteering at her church, and working at summer camps. Ms. Elizabeth loves to play with her dogs, watch movies, and spend time with her family in her free time.

• Ms Nia

  Ms. Nia joined the Goddard School of Hampton in September 2024 and is our assistant first steps/ toddler teacher. She has been in childcare for almost 4 years on top of previous years babysitting. Nia has always had a love for children since a young age. She has worked with all ages, infant all the way up to school age. Nia aspires to teach; care for & create a fun and loving environment for all children. When she is not here at Goddard, she is spending time with her family, hiking, exploring coffee shops, or planning her new life as a 2025 bride.

• Ms Ashley

  Ms. Ashley has been with the Goddard School since August 2024 and is our assistant bridge teacher. She studied Early Childhood Education and Exceptional needs at Purdue University and is new to Pennsylvania. She started working in childcare by babysitting around the age of 11. She also worked at a daycare in high school and has spent time in various preschool and kindergarten classrooms around Lafayette through Purdue classes. Her favorite things about working with children are the bonds created with them and seeing their progress as learners throughout the school year. In her free time she enjoys spending time outside, cooking, painting, and decorating.

• Ms Brenna

  Ms. Brenna joined the Goddard School in May 2024. She started working with children in 2017, first with babysitting then working at various camps with kids. Brenna has always loved working with children, but her experience with babysitting and caring for her newborn nephew inspired her to pursue a degree in early childhood education. Ms. Brenna is currently enrolled at CCAC and taking courses in early childhood education. Ms. Brenna loves to give children opportunities to be creative and let them explore! In her free time, Ms. Brenna enjoys spending time with friends and family!

• Ms Connie

  Ms. Connie has been with the Goddard School since December 2022 (before we opened!). She attended Carlow University and received a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. Over the years, she has worked as a registered nurse in various settings. She has also worked as a paraprofessional for the North Allegheny School District. Ms. Connie has been married for over 27 years and has two children. She enjoys gardening, walking her dog, and spending time with family and friends. Working with children brings Ms. Connie great joy and happiness!

• Ms Diana

  Ms. Diana has been with the Goddard School since January 2024 and is our assistant twos teacher. Prior to joining the Goddard team, she had 4 years experienced with nannying with all ages. She worked with church youth groups when she was a teen. She was an office administrator for a driving school for 3 years. She has a love for working with children of all ages and decided to dive into working with young children. It brings her joy seeing young children discover new things. Ms. Diana plans to further her education in early childhood education. In her free time Ms. Diana loves to hang out with her family, cook, and play with her cats.

• Ms Emily

  Ms. Emily has been with The Goddard School since June 2024 and is our assistant toddler teacher. She is a graduate from Deer Lakes High School, and the Early Childhood Education program at A.W. Beattie Career Center. She is working on earning her CDA and plans to continue her education at CCAC. Her favorite thing about working with children is being the difference in their lives and shaping their minds to be creative and outgoing adults one day. When she is not at work she enjoys hanging out with her friends, family, and partner. She also enjoys playing with her guinea pigs and her dog, Keurig.

• Ms Holly

  Ms. Holly has been with the Goddard School since November 2023. Previously she worked as a nursing assistant for 18 years. She also has 20 years of nannying experience with different families. Ms. Holly loves working with children and teaching them to explore and try new activities learn new things. Ms. Holly loves spending time with her son, scrapbooking, listening to music and helping other people.

• Ms Jen

  Ms. Jen has been with the Goddard School since October 2025. She has been working with children for over 15 years. She loves creating a happy, nurturing, engaging space while children are her care. Ms. Jen loves singing and dancing- she turns anything and everything into a song! She loves getting messy doing art projects and is a total bookworm who loves reading. Ms. Jen loves the magical moment a child figures out how to do something on their own! Fun facts about Ms. Jen, she grew up in Upper Michigan, she can ride a unicycle, she loves the color pink and enjoys gardening. She loves to cook and bake with her teenage kids on the rare occasion they are both home together!

• Ms Jenna

  Ms. Jenna has been with the Goddard School since August 2025. She is from Cranberry Township. Ms. Jenna graduated from Slippery Rock University with a B.S. in Early Childhood and Special Education. She has previously worked in childcare at the SRU/SGA Preschool, as well as Poppins Playhouse where she learned to truly value learning through play!

• Ms Joy

  Ms. Joy joined the Goddard School in September 2024. She has cherished the privilege of teaching children for 41 classroom years. She graduated from Texas Wesleyan University with her bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education with a minor in Spanish. She has worked in both public and private schools and as a tutor. She has taught more than 1,700 students in preschool, preschool music, kindergarten, bilingual kindergarten, ESL kindergarten, and first grade over the decades. Ms. Joy has dedicated her life to the wonder of literacy and has taught 742 children to read as of 2024. She is famous for her vast collection of the best, most clever, and hard-to-find preschool story books.

• Ms Karley

  Ms. Karley has been with the Goddard School since May 2025. She is our assistant Twos teacher. Ms. Karley is from Tucker County, West Virginia and recently graduated with a degree in history with a minor in psychology from West Liberty University. She is continuing her education by getting her masters in school counseling through Marshall University. She has four years of educational childcare experience through the Energy Express program created by Americorps. Her experience with Energy Express has given her a lifelong love for education, especially reading. She also has experience as a camp counselor for high school students. In her free time, Karley likes to read, journal, cook, and shop. 

• Ms Kya

  Ms. Kya has been with the Goddard School since March 2023 and is our lead preschool teacher. She recently graduated from LaRoche College with a Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood and Special Education. She has been working professionally in schools for the past eight years as both a teacher and an aide. She owns a small photography business on the side and loves being able to take pictures and meet new people. She is an avid reader and loves doing different outdoor activities and exploring.

• Ms Laynie

  Ms. Laynie has loved children since she was young. She has multiple years of experience helping care for her nieces and nephew and babysitting friends' children. When Ms. Laynie isn’t at work or around children, she is usually pursuing her other career, being a licensed esthetician and professional makeup artist. Laynie is always excited and eager to work with children of any age and can’t wait to meet and work with not only the children and get to know their families!

• Ms Maureen

  Ms. Maureen joined the Goddard School in October 2024. She has a bachelor's degree in English from Duquesne University. Ms. Maureen has many years of experience working with young children and is excited to bring her passion and experience to the Goddard School.

• Ms Rebecca

  Ms. Beckie has been with the Goddard School since May 2023. She graduated from Marietta College with a Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education. She then went to Duquesne University and earned her Master’s Degree in Reading/Language Arts. She has dedicated the last 20 years to inspiring children in a childcare setting. Through her experience, she has discovered that hands-on learning creates the best environment for children. During her free time, she likes to relax in her garden and enjoy the fresh air with her husband and dog.

• Ms Rebecca

  Ms. Rebecca has been with the Goddard School since October 2025. She earned her Bachelor's Degree in Communication from Penn State Behrend and has spent the last decade working with children in a variety of settings. She is grateful to contribute to their success and healthy development in such an important part of their lives. She is also the proudest mom to an amazing 4 year old. When she’s not working, she loves to spend time outside with her dogs or curled up on the couch with a book and her cats.

• Ms Rose

  Ms. Rose joined the Goddard School in June 2024. She graduated from the University of Pittsburgh with a bachelor’s degree in Spanish with Honors, a minor in education, and a certificate in Latin American Studies. Ms. Rose has many years of experience working with kids from infants to 17 year-olds through teaching Spanish, babysitting, helping at VBS, or volunteering at her church! Ms. Rose has always had a passion for working with kids and love to accompany them on their learning and growing journey. She is also passionate about education, Spanish, and learning new things! She strives to create a welcoming environment in which every child is nurtured and encouraged to learn as she learns too! When Ms. Rose isn’t at Goddard, she loves to travel, paint and draw, hike, spend time with family, and sing. She can’t wait to work alongside you and your family!

• Mr Shayne

  Mr. Shayne has been with the Goddard School since June 2025. He is currently a student at Deer Lakes High School. Shayne enjoys working with children and takes pride in helping aid in their development. Shayne actively volunteers with the Deer Lakes School District, utilizing opportunities such as the school's drama program, Student Council, Junior Achievement, and other school-sponsored programs to better grow and gain experience in working with children. In addition to his position at the Goddard School, Shayne is a certified soccer referee for the Deer Lakes Youth Soccer Organization. He is excited for this opportunity to further explore a career in early childhood education.

• Teacher Rebekah

  Mx. Bucky has been with the Goddard School since March 2025. They first found a love of working with children as a youth swimming instructor and has continued to work in childcare and teaching ever since. They graduated with a Bachelors Degree in Art with an Education background from Seton Hill University and went on to work teaching art at an afterschool program serving grades K-12. It was there they found a fondness for early childhood education. They love doing crafts, singing songs, and playing outside with their students. When they are not doing those things, they love doing art, playing games with friends and family, being outside, traveling, and tending to their pollinator garden.

• Ms Yvonne

  Ms. Yvonne has been with the Goddard School since January 2024 and is our lead prekindergarten teacher. She always had a love for helping others and knowing that she has made a positive impact on a child’s life is the most fulfilling feeling for her. She has had many years of experience in the school environment, from helping teach in the classroom to organizing events like galas, walkathons and fundraisers. Ms. Yvonne has two beautiful children, whom she is very proud of and a Cava-Tzu puppy, whom she enjoys spending time with. She enjoys painting, cooking, watching movies, and anything having to do with the beach and sun.