Our Teachers

Hi! My name is Ms. Jessica, and I am going to be your On-Site Owner! I love working in Early Childhood Education because I love seeing how quickly children change and grow! I have two Bachelors Degrees, one in Athletic Training and one in Nursing. I love what I get to do! I am most excited to watch my own three children and all of their new friends grow at The Goddard School! I am married and have three children, one son and two daughters! I love my family, shopping, organizing, and my favorite children's book is "Cinderella".

Hi! My name is Ms. Sequoia, and I am going to be your School Director! I love teaching Early Childhood Education because I love to see children grow! I have a Bachelors Degree in Interdisciplinary Studies, and a Masters Degree in Curriculum and Instruction. I love what I get to do! I am most excited to teach so many new things this year! I have one daughter! I love books, family, shopping, and my favorite children's book is "Chicka Chicka Boom Boom".

Ms. Beatrice was born on September 5 and her favorite color is grey. She enjoys tostadas and has a fondness for dolphins. When it comes to shopping, she loves visiting Nike, Marshalls, and Target. In her free time, she enjoys spending quality time with her family. With over 5 years of teaching experience, Ms. Beatrice finds great joy in teaching young minds, experiencing different personalities, and witnessing children's growth over time. In addition to being a dedicated teacher, she is also a medical assistant, which adds a unique aspect to her background. Her favorite book is "Chicka-Chicka Boom-Boom" and her favorite movie is "Matilda".

Ms. Mary was born on December 15 and her favorite color is purple. She enjoys Mexican food and has a soft spot for cats. When shopping, she loves visiting Home Goods. In her free time, Ms. Mary enjoys spending time with her family. With over 20 years of teaching experience, she finds great fulfillment in being an infant teacher, where she has the joy of witnessing developmental milestones, building strong bonds, engaging in playful activities, seeing the world through a child's eyes, and providing comfort and security. A unique aspect of Mary is her love for singing. Her favorite books are daily devotionals, and her favorite movie is "Steel Magnolias".

Ms. Jenaeve was born on November 21 and her favorite color is sage green. She loves dining at Maggiano’s and WingStop, and her favorite animal is the sea turtle. When it comes to shopping, she enjoys browsing at Sephora. In her free time, Ms. Jenaeve engages in Bible study and reading. With over 2 years of teaching experience, her favorite part of the job is building meaningful relationships with each child. A unique fact about her is that she knows how to play the kalimba. Her favorite book is "Girl in Pieces" and she enjoys the "Taken" movie series.

Ms. Brianka was born on September 7 and has a deep love for the color purple and her mom's homemade macaroni and cheese. Her favorite animal is the elephant, and she enjoys shopping at Target. A passionate Philadelphia Eagles fan, she loves watching them win! Ms. Brianka is currently studying Early Childhood Education at Texas Southern University and has over eight years of teaching experience. What she enjoys most about teaching is witnessing the innocence of childhood. Something unique about Ms. Brianka is her love for football. Her favorite book is "Designed by God So I Must Be Special", and her favorite movie is "Without Remorse".

Ms. Nia, born on March 3, loves the color pink and enjoys eating tacos and crawfish. Her favorite animal is the butterfly, and she spends her free time playing video games, enjoying arcade games, scrapbooking, and sight-seeing. Nia is currently attending the University of Houston, where she is majoring in Early Childhood Education. Her favorite part of teaching is watching children learn new skills. Originally from Lake Charles, Louisiana, Ms. Nia brings her unique background to everything she does. Her favorite book series is "The Summer I Turned Pretty" and her favorite movie is "The Notebook".

Ms. Juliana, born on April 9, has a favorite color of red and enjoys pizza and wings. Her favorite animal is the wolf, and she loves shopping at Target. In her free time, Ms. Juliana enjoys reading and traveling. With over three years of teaching experience, she finds joy in seeing her students have fun while learning. Her favorite book is "The Outsiders", and her favorite movie is "The Princess and the Frog".

Ms. Deariss, born on November 6, loves the colors black and red and enjoys tacos as her favorite food. She has a fondness for cheetahs and dogs and likes to shop at Target. Her hobbies include doing hair and shopping. With over six years of teaching experience, she values building strong relationships with families. Something unique about Ms. Deariss is that she is originally from Cincinnati, Ohio. Her favorite movies are "Polar Express" and "Pitch Perfect".

Ms. Unique, born on November 15, loves the colors pink and black. Her favorite foods are seafood and pasta, and she enjoys shopping at Ross, Walmart, and Target. With over 2 years of teaching experience, her favorite part of the job is watching each child grow and knowing they are absorbing what is being taught. A fun fact about her is that her name is Unique! In her free time, she enjoys reading "Diary of a Wimpy Kid", and her favorite movie is "Parent Trap".

Ms. Shahad was born on August 7 and her favorite colors are red, black, and white. She enjoys Middle Eastern cuisine, along with burgers and pizza, though animals tend to scare her. Her favorite stores include Sephora, T.J. Maxx, Home Goods, and Macy’s. Ms. Shahad enjoys traveling, shopping, walking, and organizing in her free time. She holds a bachelor’s degree and has over 4 years of teaching experience. Her favorite part of teaching is watching kids grow and develop. Something unique about her is that she balances being patient, firm, and affectionate all at once. Ms. Shahad’s favorite book is "Cat in the Hat", and her favorite movies are "Shutter Island" and "Saving Private Ryan".

Ms. Cinthia was born on September 22 and loves the colors blue, purple, and gray. Her favorite foods are Mexican cuisine and pizza. She has a special fondness for butterflies and bears, and she enjoys shopping at Shein and Marshalls. In her free time, Ms. Cinthia likes watching movies and hanging out with friends. With over two years of teaching experience, she cherishes the bonds she forms with each child. Something unique about her is that she has freckles. Her favorite book is "Cat in the Hat", and her favorite movie is "Moana".

Ms. Ronaya was born on December 3 and has a love for the colors blue, purple, and pink. Her favorite foods are crawfish and french fries, and she adores all animals. She enjoys shopping at T.J. Maxx, Ross, Marshalls, and Sephora. In her free time, Ms. Ronaya loves drawing and painting. She holds a bachelor’s degree from Texas Southern University and has over three years of teaching experience. What she loves most about teaching is influencing children and watching their personalities grow, as well as seeing their excitement for learning. Something unique about her is simply her! Her favorite book is "The Witches", and her favorite movie is "Jaws".

Ms. Christi, born on April 13, loves the colors teal and pink and enjoys pizza and pasteles. Her favorite animal is the butterfly, and she loves shopping at Target, Amazon, and Bath & Body Works. In her free time, Ms. Christi enjoys crafting, DIY projects, reading, and spending time with her family. She holds an associate's degree in Care and Development of Young Children from Northwest Louisiana Technical College. Her favorite part of teaching is building strong, positive relationships with students and families, as well as witnessing the “Aha!” moments when a child masters a new skill. Something unique about Christi is her love for singing and coloring, and she is a proud mother of three—one daughter and two sons. Her favorite books are "The Kissing Hand" and "Love You Forever", and her favorite movies are "The Princess and the Frog" and "The Lion King".

Ms. Nishele, born on October 3, has a love for vibrant colors like pink, purple, glitter, iridescent shades, and bold animal prints like cheetah, leopard, and zebra. Her favorite foods include steak, seafood, and pizza, and she has a particular fondness for Cane Corso dogs, sharks, and zebras. Ms. Nishele enjoys shopping at Footlocker, T.J. Maxx, Home Goods, Target, Walmart, and Dick’s Sporting Goods. Her hobbies include drawing, painting, playing games, reading, shopping, cooking, practicing yoga, and enjoying spa days. With an educational background from LSU, the U of H, and South Texas College, she brings over 10 years of teaching experience. Her favorite part of teaching is watching children grow, contributing to their academic foundation, and building relationships with their families. Something unique about her is that she collects sneakers and is a Marvel superfan, and was born in the Rio Grande Valley.

Ms. Regina, born on May 27, has a fondness for light blue and teal. Her favorite foods include spaghetti, steak, pizza, hibachi, Mexican cuisine, and sushi. She loves monkeys and tigers and enjoys shopping at Lululemon, Bath & Body Works, and Barnes & Noble. In her free time, Ms. Regina enjoys reading, working out, traveling, road trips, sitting by the pool, and shopping. With over five years of teaching experience, she loves building connections with students and their families, witnessing the joy on students' faces when they grasp a concept, and seeing how creative they become with new ideas. Something unique about her is that she has pet monkeys. Her favorite genres to read include mystery, romance, fiction, and drama, while her favorite movies include "Ironman", "Spiderman", "Love is Blind", "Beauty and the Beast", "Too Hot to Handle", and "The Little Mermaid".

Ms. Carol, born on December 20, loves the color pink and enjoys Mexican food and seafood. Her favorite animal is the dog, and she enjoys shopping at Marshalls and Target. In her free time, Carol loves spending time with her family. With over two years of teaching experience, she finds joy in being around children and making them smile. Something unique about her is that she has one daughter and twin sons. Her favorite book is "Corduroy", and her favorite movie is "Mea Culpa".

Ms. Nighisti, born on September 10, has a favorite color of purple and enjoys Etaliom, a traditional Ethiopian dish. Her favorite animal is the cat, and she loves shopping at Target. In her free time, Ms. Nighisti enjoys sewing, beading, and reading. Her favorite part of teaching is bringing happiness to children. Something unique about her is her love for laughter, joking, and staying happy. She enjoys religious and adventure books, and her favorite movies are "Temarind Seed" and "Gone With the Wind".

Ms. Stevie, born on July 14, loves the color yellow and enjoys pasta as her favorite food. She has a fondness for Yorkies and frequently shops at Target and Ulta. Her hobbies include doing makeup, working out, and cooking. With over a year of teaching experience, Stevie's favorite part of teaching is watching children grow and develop. Something unique about her is that she has a twin sister. Her favorite book is "The Fault in Our Stars", and she loves watching anything scary when it comes to movies.