Our Teachers

Letty Gomar is the Owner of The Goddard School of Allen (West). She has lived in the Dallas area since 2008 with her husband and three children. Letty has lived most of her life in Texas and considers it her home. She is excited to be part of the Allen community. Letty earned her Masters in Business Administration from Southern Methodist University with a focus in marketing and management. She also holds a Bachelors of Science in Civil Engineering from the University of Texas at San Antonio. She has spent the last 18 years in engineering consulting and project management. Letty's passion for children started with her twin daughters. Seeing them grow, learn, and become independent, confident young women has been an amazing journey. She found ways to volunteer her time to promote engineering in schools and encourage children to learn about water. The Gomar Family supports community organizations and has been involved in philanthropy, especially focused in children and education.

Ms. Angela is our Director. She has a Bachelor Degree in Early Childhood Education and has been involved in teaching and school management for over 30 years. She started her career teaching Preschool to 2nd Grade. Then, she moved on to teaching IT skills to students of all ages, when computers were first introduced to schools. From there, she moved into Boarding House management at two prestigious private schools for girls. Now, for the last four years, she has returned to the age group that she loves the most, early childhood. She feels that children have an inner joy that is contagious. Being able to help them learn and grow is very rewarding. Originally from South Africa, Ms. Angela has two adult sons, as well as three adult stepchildren and three grandchildren. She enjoys reading, gardening, needlework, and spending time with her family.

Ms. Rachel has 9 years of experience working with children and a Bachelor of Science degree in psychology, she has a strong foundation in child development. Her background includes roles in early childcare as well as teaching children Taekwondo. She firmly believes that every child deserves all the love and care you can offer. To her, having safe and calm conversations about big emotions is key to helping children navigate them. Outside of work, she loves spending time outdoors. Whether it's playing golf and tennis or taking her dog on walks, she makes the most of her free time in nature.

Ms. Shaunte is our Lead Toddler Teacher. She has a bachelor’s degree in business administration and has worked in childcare for over ten years. Her teaching philosophy is to help children discover new fun ways to learn. Getting on their level helps her understand what their interests are and what they do and don’t like to do. She wants to teach them to love reading and she feels children are unique and precious. In her free time, she enjoys reading, books, crocheting and watching movies. She loves horror movies as well as history as it is fascinating learning about the past.

Ms. Nidhal graduated from the College of Science in Biochemistry. She has 15 years of teaching experience. Originally from Iraq, her teaching philosophy is that children are angels on earth. She wants to take care of them and teach them the right way, because they are our future. In her free time, she enjoys teaching, cooking, traveling, and experiencing new things.

* Teacher of the Year Nominee: 2023, 2024. Ms. Shari is our Lead Teacher in our Infants classroom. She has a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology and recently obtained a Child Development Associate, specializing in Infants and Toddlers. “It takes a big heart to help shape little minds.” Originally from Long Island, NY, she has worked in early childhood development for the past 14 years. She loves being part of each infant’s first school experience, watching them grow and explore the world around them. She believes that the most important thing a teacher can do is be patient and compassionate.

Ms. Shelly has over 25 years of experience in childcare, working with children ranging from 12 months to 10 years old. She is passionate about creating a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment where young learners can grow physically, emotionally, and intellectually. Her goal is to inspire a love of learning while fostering independence, self-confidence, and kindness in every child. Ms. Shelly believes in the power of cultivating positive relationships and supporting each child’s unique developmental journey. In her free time, she enjoys arts and crafts, cooking, spending quality time with her family, and grilling.

* Teacher of the Year Nominee: 2024. Ms. Caitlin is our Lead Teacher. She has a Bachelor's Degree in child development and has over 10 years of experience in early childhood education. For her, the most important part of teaching is creating a safe and loving environment. She loves watching children learn and develop in the early childhood years. She graduated from Allen High School. She likes to read and watch sports, especially the NBA, in her spare time.

Ms. Viviane has worked in childcare for about 15 years. She taught for 6 years in Brazil and then about 6 years in the USA. She has also worked as an Au Pair. She has a degree in Early Childhood Education from Sao Paulo, Brazil, where she graduated in 2014. She believes that children are always open to learning something new every day. They are curious and she enjoys creating an environment of fun, enjoyment, love, and happiness. In her free time, she enjoys camping and fishing with her husband and daughter. She also enjoys spending time with her four cats.

Ms. Skyler is originally from Texas, she has a passion for working with children, finding joy in their happiness and energy. Her teaching philosophy centers around the belief that children have a unique way of making each day better. Even on challenging days, she finds them sweet and lovable, which fuels her enthusiasm for early childhood education. Outside of work, Ms. Skylar enjoys spending time outdoors, and listening to music. She is excited to bring her warmth and positivity to the team and looks forward to creating meaningful experiences for the children she works with.

Ms. Jocelyn has her bachelor’s degree in psychology. She has 7 years of experience working with children from infants to school – age. She was born in Atlanta, Georgia and came to Texas when she was young. Her teaching philosophy is to create a safe environment where students can learn, do activities, and collaborate with their peers. Watching them achieve, grow, and connect is very rewarding. In her free time, she enjoys playing volleyball, traveling, and spending time with her family.

Ms. Shereen has three years’ childcare experience. She is originally from Egypt and now lives in Wylie Texas. She enjoys discovering new ways to make children happy. In her free time, she enjoys drawing, painting, and making handmade decorations.

Ms. Ky’Drahnaye has 4 years of experience in early childhood education. She grew up in the Dallas area and completed her schooling in Plano. Always passionate about working with children, Ms. Ky’Drahnaye loves teaching them new things and watching them grow. In her free time, she enjoys shopping and experimenting with hair and makeup.

Ms. Karla has a GED and has three years in Child Care experience. She comes from Monterrey in Mexico. She went to Richland College to do her GED and continued her education at Aveda Institute. Her teaching philosophy is to teach with love and patience. She enjoys watching the children growing and seeing their personalities develop. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her family.

Ms. Maryana has six years of experience teaching children. Originally from Kwwaut, she is passionate about fostering a love for learning and enjoys the daily joys and challenges of teaching. She has a great ability to thrive under pressure, Ms. Maryana works great in our fast-paced environment and is committed to helping her students succeed.

Ms. Mariam has three years of childcare experience. Originally from Egypt, and now lives in Allen. She loves to discover new ways to make children happy. Children are like angels. In her free time she enjoys playing with her cats and she enjoys songs.

Ms. Abigail is our dedicated Pre-K assistant teacher with five years of experience in childcare, including her role in Plano ISD. A lifelong resident of Plano, Texas, she has a deep connection to the community. Ms. Abigail believes that children absorb knowledge like sponges, and she is passionate about helping them overcome any limitations placed upon them. In her free time, she loves to learn new things through various avenues, continually expanding her own knowledge and skills.

Ms. Paige holds a Bachelor’s degree in Human Development and Family Sciences. She is passionate about creating a safe and nurturing environment where children feel supported as they explore and discover their individuality. A former competitive swimmer, Paige still enjoys swimming in her free time. She also has a love for arts and crafts, particularly painting, which she enjoys sharing with her students.

Ms. Sarali has 8 years of experience working in childcare. She earned her degree in Clinical Psychology and Child Development from a university in Cd. Juarez, Chihuahua, Mexico. Ms. Sarali believes that every child learns at their own pace and that early education plays a crucial role in helping children become independent, confident, and secure. In her free time, she enjoys dancing, cooking, and spending quality time with her family.

Ms. Ashley has an Associates in Psychology. She has ten years’ experience working with children. Her mother ran a daycare from the house that she would help with in High School, and she also did babysitting after she graduated from high school. She graduated from Plano East Senior High School before moving to Boca Raton, Florida where she attended Lynn University. She believes it is important to offer children the patience and grace needed to grow. She loves working with children because she loves their imagination and watching them grow into who they are meant to be. In her free time, she enjoys reading and writing. She tends to have a book in her hand when she is not working. She won poetry and speech contests in high school and would love to write a book someday.

Ms. Sowmya is originally from India and holds a Bachelor's degree in Arts. With over six years of experience working with children, she finds immense joy in both teaching and learning alongside her students. Outside the classroom, Ms. Sowmya enjoys singing, cooking, dancing, and reading, always seeking to explore new ideas and creative outlets.

* Teacher of the Year Nominee: 2024. Ms. Andrea is our Assistant Teacher. She has an Associates degree in Psychology and has been working in early childhood for over two years. She is currently taking classes at University of North Texas. She wants children to be themselves to open up doors to their imagination and curiosity. She loves seeing children learn. Originally from Dallas, she loves to paint and listen to music in her spare time.

Ms. Rose holds a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and brings over nine years of experience working in childcare. Having been born in New York and growing up in a military family, she had the opportunity to travel frequently while her father served in the Air Force. Eventually, she attended college in Missouri. Ms. Rose has a deep passion for encouraging children and helping them learn through playtime and reading. She finds great joy in watching how much children can grow and change in a short time, and she is dedicated to creating a positive and nurturing environment for all her students. Outside of the classroom, Ms. Rose enjoys hula hooping, working out, watching movies, and attending the symphony.