Our Teachers

Ms. Shibani is the proud owner of The Goddard School of Katy. She holds a Master's degree in Computer science with 25+ years experience in the technology. She is our onsite owner who loves children and is passionate about early childhood education.

Ms. Alex is originally from Colombia and has a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology. She is an experienced childcare administrator with over ten years of experience working with Early Childhood Education. Her Director’s Credentials are from the State of Texas. Ms. Alex has a deep love for children and realizes that as they are the leaders of the future, they need to grow in an emotionally and physically safe environment. In addition, she knows that children’s curiosity drives learning since they learn through play. She ensures all individual student needs are recognized and supported in her roles as a teacher and director. She greatly values the connection between the students and the teacher. Ms. Alex sees the parent, teacher, and school coalition as an opportunity for everyone to contribute their specialized knowledge, which is a win-win situation for all.

Mrs. Pamela has extensive experience in early childhood education, including roles as a teacher and Operations Manager. She is a certified Yoga Trainer with 500 hours of training and has extensive experience as a Robotics Instructor. Ms. Pamela is also a U.S. Marine veteran, bringing strong leadership and organizational skills to her educational practice. She is dedicated to nurturing young minds and is excited to bring her diverse experience and heartfelt commitment to your child's development.

Ms. Nivvy has a master's degree in electrical engineering from Cleveland State University. She found her passion in early childhood learning once she had two sons. She loves teaching her children and engaging their creativity through crafts and storytelling. She lives with her two sons and her husband in Cinco Ranch, Katy. Ms. Nivvy loves traveling, cooking, and hiking nature trails with her family. Her favorite activity is reading the stories of "The Berenstain Bears" with her boys. She is excited to join "The Goddard School" family and looks forward to meeting you.

Ms. Ana has a bachelor's degree in Law. However, she found her way back to working in Early Childhood. She has a gift and knows this is where she belongs. Working with children is her passion, and she finds great joy in the happiness they bring into her life, as well as being able to bring happiness, growth, and development to their lives. She believes every child is unique, and giving them love and meeting their needs is her priority. Ms. Ana believes that early childhood learning is the building block of knowledge children need to instill a lifelong love of learning. Further, she believes that learning goes hand in hand with teacher and parent involvement. Ms. Ana strives to provide a safe environment where children can actively explore and discover new materials.

Ms. Aryana was born and raised in Texas. She has worked with children for three years and believes she always leans from children. She plans on continuing her early childhood education. She enjoys fostering the children's curiosity about the world around them. She believes that every child blossoms when they are positively nurtured and are made to feel safe. Ms. Aryana's philosophy is to tailor lessons to benefit each child based on their personality. Her favorite part about working with children is seeing them accomplish and overcome tasks they formerly struggled with. She will further her education in this field by pursuing her CDA in Infant and Toddler Development. Her favorite book is "Goodnight, Moon."

Mrs. Allison has been in Houston for twenty years and comes with twenty-three years of teaching experience. She attended Lone Star College and had a CDA in early childhood education. On her time off, she enjoys spending time with her family traveling. Her passion for teaching comes from growing up in a large family, being the youngest of nineteen. Her daily goal is to encourage each child to shine like a diamond.

Ms. Magdi comes to us from Venezuela with open arms and heart. She has a degree in economics from Zulia University. Ms. Magdi wants to teach her students the importance of being proactive and responsible for their daily choices. Her favorite childhood book is "Charlotte's Web," and her favorite song is "Bingo, Is his name." She feels like working with children is incredibly rewarding as she loves the opportunity to engage with future generations actively.

Mrs. Reyna has been working with children for more than 20 years. She enjoys working with toddlers because they are fun. Throughout the year, Reyna has enjoyed learning and growing with the Goddard School. She believes children should be able to learn and grow uniquely. Her goal is to help enrich the lives of each child and help them accomplish their full potential.

Ms. Gloriany comes from Venezuela and has a degree in Mechanical Engineering, leading her to work in the oil industry for three years. Her life changed with the birth of her son back in 2015. Her son showed her the infinite love of children. As Venezuelan poet Andres Eloy Blanco said, “When you have a child, you have all the children in the world….” She loves seeing happy children, which led her to develop other abilities making paper crafts and whimsical decorations with balloons. At “The Goddard School,” Ms. Gloriany enjoys seeing the smiles on the children’s faces when she brings them their healthy and delicious meals and snacks daily.

Ms. Lili is originally from El Salvador and moved to the great state of Texas in 2020. She comes to Goddard with ten years of experience in the classroom, bringing curiosity and energy to inspire her students. Ms. Lili graduated and became a preschool teacher. She loves teaching, and her goal is to make learning fun. Her favorite children’s book is “Green Eggs and Ham,” and her favorite song is “You are my Sunshine.” She is a chocolate and coffee lover. She promises to make her classroom a great early learning experience for all her students. She is excited to be part of our infant class and looks forward to making this her best year.

Ms. Sally is from the Dominican Republic, an island in the Caribbean. Her passion is caring for infants. Ms. Sally knows their need to explore their new surroundings. She loves to sing and read to her infants every day. The safety of the infants is always on her mind while providing her full attention to each infant and their ever-changing world. Her favorite song is “We Go Together” from Grease. She wants a safe environment where children can learn, explore, and discover.

Mrs. Jay holds a bachelor’s degree in Zoology and a Diploma in Information Technology. She brings over 4 1/2 years of early childhood teaching experience and secondary school teaching experience in Mathematics, Science, and Computer Science. She is excited to be a part of The Goddard School and cannot wait to know all our families. In her own words, her goal is to “inspire her students to follow their dreams, interests, and talents.”

Ms. Mariangelica was born in Venezuela, where she studied communication and public relations. Ms. Mariangelica is a mother of three boys. She moved to Houston in 2019. Her teaching style is mixed teaching, where the child can experience broad and complete learning between visual, auditory, and reading through games and dances. For her students, she hopes to establish a genuine relationship with them that allows us to nourish each other, earn their affection, and help and guide them in the critical stages of their lives. As for her parents, Ms. Mariangelica hopes to work as a team to achieve effective development and learning for each student. Her favorite childhood book is "The Little Prince." She feels happy to be part of children's early learning and see them grow daily in a safe, healthy, and comfortable environment.

Nélida is an experienced educator who is passionate about guiding young minds. She believes that education can transform lives and sees teaching as a noble pursuit. Nélida enjoys working with children of all ages, from infants to prekindergarten students, and finds great satisfaction in fostering their skills, instilling discipline, promoting teamwork, and nurturing problem-solving abilities. With a penchant for enriching young minds, Nélida incorporates beloved literary works like "Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See?" by Eric Carle and cherished songs such as "If You're Happy and You Know It" into her teaching repertoire, igniting joy and curiosity in her students.

Ms.Keila is originally from Houston, Texas, and has family ties to Honduras and Mexico. She balances teacher-centered and student-centered approaches in teaching, prioritizing student engagement. She expects respect from students and families towards herself, the classroom, and their peers. Ms.Keila's favorite childhood books are "The Very Hungry Caterpillar" by Eric Carle and "Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See?" by Bill Martin Jr. She lives by Bob Marley's quote, "Love the life you live and live the life you love."

Javante Wade, an educator from Brookshire, TX, holds a bachelor's degree in kinesiology from Prairie View A&M University. He emphasizes kinesthetic, hands-on learning and sets high expectations for his students. Javante believes in holding students accountable and enjoys singing in the shower. His favorite childhood book is "Green Eggs and Ham" by Dr. Seuss, and he finds motivation in the quote, "Pain is temporary... If I quit, however, it will last forever," by Eric Thomas.

Radhika is an educator from Hyderabad, India. She studied at Fresno State University in California and lived in New Jersey before moving to Texas in 2013. Radhika has a close-knit family, with her parents in India and many cousins and friends across the U.S. Her teaching philosophy focuses on providing ample resources to help students grasp complex concepts. A passionate reader, Radhika's favorite childhood book is Nancy Drew. She enjoys the Harry Potter series and is currently on her third read of the sixth book. Radhika frequently visits Orlando, Florida, to explore Universal Studios and Disney World in her leisure time. She loves gardening and tends to three perennial plants—curry plant, holy basil, and aloe vera—while planning to add another to her collection.

Divya is an enthusiastic and creative preschool teacher originally from India. After spending 12 years in California, she recently moved to Texas. Her love for children inspired her to pursue an Early Childhood Education (ECE) course while searching for a school for her child. Divya is passionate about nurturing young minds and employs storytelling, art, music, play, and activities in her teaching approach. She believes in creating a joyful learning environment where children are excited to explore new concepts. Her favorite children's book is "Chandamama Stories," a monthly publication filled with fun and moral tales. Divya's favorite childhood song tells the story of a parrot teaching its young one to fly and be cautious. She often sings children's songs with her favorite tunes, spreading happiness to everyone around her.

Marissa Cortez, from Houston, TX, has 15 years of experience as an educator and is passionate about creating a safe, nurturing environment for children and families. She enjoys spending time with her daughters, Izabellah and Vivianah, and her boyfriend. Excited to join the Goddard family, Marissa is inspired by "The Rainbow Fish" and values kindness and sharing. She lives by the quote, "You're braver than you believe, stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think."

Yvonne Hernandez is an educator in Baytown, Texas, dedicated to creating an engaging learning environment. She encourages her students to exchange ideas, understand different perspectives, and be actively involved in discussions. Yvonne emphasizes the importance of listening, openness, and qualities like responsibility and respect. She values the role of families in education, believing parents should be supportive and engaged, reinforcing lessons from school. Yvonne aims to instill a love of learning in her students. As a literature enthusiast, she enjoys reading books like "Charlotte's Web."

Sydney is an educator from Houston, Texas, where she was born and raised in a family with Mexican roots. Her teaching style is fun and nurturing, creating an engaging environment where her students can thrive. Sydney encourages her students to embrace their childhood curiosity, learn from their mistakes, and explore alongside her in the learning process. Sydney's favorite childhood book is The Hungry Caterpillar, which reflects her appreciation for imaginative storytelling. Sydney's playful nature shines through in her personality; she describes herself as silly and outgoing. She lives by the inspiring quote, "Be the change you want to see in the world," guiding her philosophy in the classroom and beyond.

Ms. Paula is an interactive educator from Houston, Texas, with family roots in Peru. She creates an engaging learning environment where students are encouraged to participate and be curious. Ms. Paula believes in the importance of open communication between families and teachers. Her favorite childhood book is Any Dr. Seuss, and she loves the song Wheels on the Bus. A fun fact about Ms. Paula is that she was once forced to take a dance class in middle school but wasn’t very good at it. She lives by the quote, “Success is not the key to happiness. Happiness is the key to Success. If you love what you are doing, you will be successful.”