Our Goddard School Teachers

Mr. Kunal & Mrs. Amisha opened their Goddard School back in early 2022. They are both the proud parents of their daughter Amaya, and son Krish, who are both currently enrolled at the school. Kunal holds a BSBA in Accounting & Finance from the University of Central Florida. His wife Amisha, holds a Masters Degree as an Advanced Nurse Practitioner and handles the marketing for the school. The Shah's enjoy time together in the local parks, traveling, and spending time with their family. At Our Goddard School, you will find the heart of our Wonder of Learning program, which is vital to the success of our teachers and students. As the on-site owner, directors, and teachers, we are committed to providing the highest quality preschool experience for the Children in the Land O’ Lakes Community. “We are excited you are joining The Goddard School Family and we cannot wait to meet all of you and to get started!”

Hello! My name is Kim. I have been working in Early Childhood for over 10 years, as I hold a passion for building a foundation of learning in young children. I believe that this is important in establishing a love of learning that sets the stage for building a journey of success that children will take with them into their education and lives. In my education, I have earned a VPK endorsed Director's Credential, an Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education-Special needs, and am currently pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education Leadership. In my free time, I enjoy spending time with my husband, my son, two daughters, and my chihuahua, Pedro. I love to be outdoors in any aspect such as gardening, kayaking, camping, going to the beach, and just relaxing outdoors. I am excited to be a part of The Goddard School and look forward to working with the community, children and families of our school, as we help them to learn and grow during these formative years.

Hi there! My name is Krizia and I'm a mother for one. Spending time with my husband and daughter is my favorite. We enjoy going to the beach/pool. We also like to try new restaurants. Before having a family, I was a teacher out in California for 6 years. I am now happily living here in Bexley, and I love that the Goddard School gets to serve our community. I am passionate about working with children and our educators. My degree is specifically in Early Childhood Development, and I received my director credentials with NICCM.

I am originally from Connecticut. My husband Scott and I relocated to Florida 17 years ago. I have been working in Early Childhood Education for almost 40 years now! I have literally “walked in everyone’s shoes” in the childcare setting. I have worked with Infants through School-Age children. I have been a Director, Trainer, Curriculum Coordinator, Preschool Support Specialist and a teacher. I have three grown children spread out from NYC to Houston, Texas. I am the very proud “Lovie” to my four Grandbabies! My husband and I have a passion for travel, cooking, the sun and the surf and dogs! We reside in Port Richey with our sweet pup Charlotte.

I’m a proud Florida native, I’ve had the joy of living in this neighborhood for nearly 20 years. With over 30 years of experience in childcare, I’ve served in nearly every position in the field and remain as passionate as ever about educating and caring for children. I hold a degree in Early Childhood Education and have completed over 1,000 hours of training, along with current certifications in First Aid and CPR. I truly believe that nurturing young minds is one of life’s most rewarding callings. Outside of work, I cherish time with my wonderful husband, our 8 children, and 6 amazing grandchildren. At home, I’m also surrounded by the love of our cats and ferret, who keep life playful and fun. I’m incredibly grateful to be part of this amazing work family and to play a small role in your infant’s early journey.

My name is Madaline, and I’m so excited to be a part of The Goddard School! I’m originally from Oregon/Washington but have called Florida home for the past nine years. I’m a proud mom of two and was able to spend 2.5 years at home with my youngest. I have experience coaching T-ball, teaching kids yoga, and babysitting, all of which have grown my love for working with children. I believe kids thrive when they are cared for in a safe, loving, and fun environment, and I’m happy to help provide that every day here at The Goddard School.

Hello! My name is Rosanny. I am the fourth of five sisters. I grew up in a family surrounded by a lot of love. I am married with two children, with whom I have learned a lot about children. I consider myself to be a very sweet, charismatic, friendly, and honest person.

Hello! My name is Elsie. I am from Venezuela. I’m a widow and have 3 adults’ children (2 girls, 1 boy) and 2 granddaughters. I’ve been in the USA for 4 years. I have a bachelor’s degree in education with over 40 years of experience. After retiring, I realized I needed to get back on the field and I have been working in childcare for a year and I’m so excited to be part of the Goddard Family. My true passion is with kids, I enjoy teaching, taking care of them and seeing how they learn and grow. I love meeting people from different cultures, I have a green thumb and love plants, I also enjoy cooking for my family and dancing. My love for children is so much that I would choose this career over and over again.

Hi, I’m Ms. Grace! I’m 23 years old and originally from Georgia, with a military background that taught me structure, discipline, and the importance of teamwork. I have a 6 year old son of my own who inspires me daily! I’ve worked with children of all ages, but I’ve found my heart belongs with toddlers—with their curiosity, big personalities, and love for learning! By day, I’m a teacher helping little ones grow into their best selves. By night, I’m a dance instructor, sharing my passion for movement and creativity. I love teaching this age group because it not only shapes their minds, but also helps shape their personalities as they grow into amazing little humans.

Hello, my name is Indira Berrios. I have been teaching for 7 years. I have completed my DCF training hours as well as my director's credential. I have always loved teaching children; this has been my passion since I was in high school. I am originally from Puerto Rico and moved to Florida when I was 4 years old. I love the fact that I can teach little minds and that I get to make a difference in their lives.

Hello! My name is Brandi. I am excited to be a part of the Goddard family. I have been working in childcare for over 10 years. I have 45 hours of training provided by DCF, am certified in CPR/First Aid, and have earned my CDA. I enjoy singing and dancing with my students. I was born and raised in Manatee County, which is known for being the home of Tropicana Orange Juice. I am the baby of all my siblings and have two wonderful children. My little claim to fame is that my big brother is the mascot for the Dallas Mavericks

Hi, my name is Briana, and I’m a preschool teacher. It’s been three years now since I became a teacher and I’m loving it. I can’t wait to see what happens next in my career. I joined this school to make a real impact, and I hope I can live up to those expectations. What I love most about my job is teaching kids and making fun memories with them. Plus, interacting with families is another really rewarding part of the job. In my free time, I love to shop and hang out with my family. I’m so excited for this next chapter, and I think it’s going to be a great adventure!

Hola!! My name is Keilyn. Though this is my first year of teaching I found my passion at only 8 years old. I was born and raised in Tampa, Florida but I will never forget my Latin roots. I love nature and I enjoy painting things that bring me peace. Working with students generates such a wide smile upon my face every single day and I believe teaching is the most healing environment there is. I hope to continue my career head-on, and I am ready for what the world has to offer! I will continue to encourage students at the Goddard school and provide them with the education they deserve. :)

Hello, my name is Ms. Swati and I am so excited to be your teacher this year! I am from Pune, India. We moved to the United States last January. As a part of my education, I have my bachelor's degree in early childhood education and master's degree in biotechnology. After moving here, I also worked on my 45 DCF hours and received my CDA certification to be a VPK instructor. As I love to teach those curious minds. I have been working in preschools for the last 8 years in different countries like India, Poland, and now in the US. Personally, I have been married from the last 11 years to my soulmate, and we have 2 fabulous boys. Reynash who is 9 yrs old studying in 4th grade and the younger one is Shivansh, he is 5 yrs old. They are the most wonderful part of my life. I love working with kids, they are curious, eager and very quick learners.

Hello, my name is Mrs. Evelyn. I am very excited to work with your children at The Goddard School in Land O'Lakes. I have 10 years of experience working with children, including 3 years of experience in a bilingual preschool. I enjoy teaching children in both english and spanish. I have my 45 hours of DCF training from The Department of Children and Families along with a Bachelors degree in Elementary and Middle School Education. I am married to a wonderful man. We have 2 beautiful daughters and one handsome son along with 5 incredible granddaughters. I look forward to teaching your children and watching them learn and grow during their most important years of development.

Hello! My name is Nhayda. I am originally from Puerto Rico and have been living in the US for 15 years. My husband Pedro and I have been happily married for 22 years. We have two amazing children, Rodrigo and Victoria. Family time mean everything to me, and I love spending my free time with my family.

Hello! My name is Sandra! I was born and raised in Columbia. I have 45 hours of training provided by DCF. I am certified in CPR/FIRST aid. I have experience working like teacher assisted at Montessori School for 2 years. I enjoy help in all classroom areas. My goal as a support teacher will always be that my students feel happy, motivated to learn and have a safe environment. Outside of my job I dedicate my time to motivating and supporting my children to their sport practices. I am happy to be part of The Goddard School Family.

My name is Natalia. I was born in Saint Petersburg, Russia. I grew up in a loving and supportive family. After completing secondary school, I attended university and earned a degree in social sciences education. My initial career path focused on teaching and academic work, but the birth of my first daughter, who is now 29years old, changed the direction of my life. Inspired by my role as a mother, I decided to dedicate myself to Early Childhood Education. I began working at a Kindergarten in Saint Petersburg, where I discovered a passion for nurturing and supporting young children. Over the years, I completed professional development courses specializing in working with preschool-aged children, enhancing my knowledge and skills in Early Childhood Education. My professional experience spans more than 20 years in Early Childhood Education in Saint Petersburg, Russia and 2.5 years in Early Childhood Education in Florida, USA.

Hi! My name is Ms. Rose. I am thrilled to be a part of The Goddard School. I was born and raised in Ridgewood Queens, NY where I raised my four children. In 2004, I studied Early Childhood Education at Stoneybrook University. I have been teaching for more than 30 years. I have taught VPK-1st Grade. I love working with little minds and love seeing how they grow academically.

Hi! My name is Daniela, I’m so happy to be part of the Goddard school. I’m from Medellin, Colombia. I live with my husband and our 5 years old daughter Candelaria. I have more than 10 years of experience working with kids, in my country I’m a speech therapist and a breastfeeding consultant. I have been working in childcare for over 4 years. I have earned my CCP (Certified Childcare Professional). I love spending time with children, guiding them to achieve new skills and having fun together.

Hello! My name is Denisha. I have been in Early Childhood Education for 10 years. I have two beautiful boys who keep me going. I love being a part of guiding children’s growth and development. Teaching is my passion! I enjoy reading. Mysteries are my favorite. In my free time, I like going on adventures with my boys. Most of my time is spent on the football field. My son plays football and I coach the tackle football league. I love the beach, kayaking, boating, swimming, and really anything that has to do with water. I look forward to a fabulous year of learning and creating memories with my class.

Hello, my name is Omaira. I was born and raised in New York City and been living in Florida for 8 years. Ive been married for 24 years and have 4 children. Joshua my son is 23, Samaira my daughter is 18, Jeremiah 14, and Shyla-Sophia 9. On my off time spending time with my family is very important. I love to go to the pool, beach, and Disney. Six years ago, I discovered my passion is to work with 4–5-year-old children. Seeing them achieve their goals and growth to enter Kindergarten is a feeling I carry with pride. Before I came to The Goddard School I was working for 6 years in the same Daycare where I got all my experience. I am excited for this new school year and this new beginning for me.

Hi, I’m Neeta Kankure! I am a dedicated early childhood educator currently serving as an Assistant Teacher at The Goddard School in Land O' Lakes, Florida. With a Bachelor of Commerce degree from India and a strong foundation in childcare training, I bring both academic insight and hands-on experience to my role. I absolutely love being part of a team that helps young children grow and thrive. I’ve completed Florida’s 45-hour DCF training and passed several competency exams including Child Growth & Development, Health, Safety & Nutrition, and Behavioral Observation & Screening. I also hold a CPR certificate and am certified in Early Literacy for children birth through age three. I’ve worked with toddlers and preschoolers since 2024, and I’m passionate about creating a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment for every child. I’m punctual, trustworthy, and always ready to take on new challenges.

Hi, I’m Miss Katie! I’ve been teaching tiny humans for 9 years and hold an associate degree in Early childhood education! I find it incredibly rewarding to help children learn and grow through play, creativity, and exploration. I believe every child deserves a warm, caring environment where they feel safe, supported, and excited to learn each day. My passion is creating a fun, engaging classroom where children can be themselves, build confidence, and develop a lifelong love of learning. I look forward to growing and learning with your child!