Our Goddard School Teachers

My name is Dr. Tamkeen Shroff and I am the Head of School and On-site Owner of the Goddard School Long Meadow Farms. I hold a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Vanderbilt University, a Master's in Educational Administration from the University of North Texas, and a Doctorate in Education from Vanderbilt University in Leadership and Learning. I am a certified school principal, middle school science, and high school science teacher. I have been a professional science educator, artist, singer, and school administrator in both public and private school systems. I am the proud mother of four young girls (and 3 rescue dogs). I am passionate about early childhood learning and development and strongly support various charitable causes in the local community. My husband and I opened this center in August 2014 and are proud of the many accomplishments of the children and faculty members in the past 11 years.

My name is **Ms. Esperanza**, and I was born in Zacatecas, Mexico. I come from a large family, am married, and have no children of my own. I hold a **Bachelor of Science in Pharmaceutical Chemistry and Biopharmaceutical Chemistry** and worked in a hospital clinical laboratory for 19 years. More recently, I completed my **Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential** after many years of working with young children. Since my first day in early childhood education over 16 years ago, I have developed a deep passion for working with children. They teach me something new every day and inspire me to continue growing as an educator. I am honored to have been **recognized by Texas Rising Star (TRS) for my positive interactions and teaching practices with young children**. This recognition reflects my dedication to providing nurturing, responsive, and developmentally appropriate experiences

My name is Aieman. I graduated from the University of Texas at Arlington with a B.A. in English and have experience working as a substitute teacher for grades EC–12. I am married and have a daughter who attends The Goddard School with me. I love working with children because it is rewarding to help shape young minds, witness their growth and development, and contribute positively to their future.

My name is Ms. AnnMarie. I have been married for 30 years and am blessed with two children and four grandchildren. Early in my career, I obtained my Child Development Associate credential and later became a certified Director through the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services. I am also a certified Trainer for First Aid and CPR through the American Red Cross. I am dedicated to continuous professional growth and have pursued training in child health and safety, child development, instructional strategies, and school management techniques. I am passionate about helping children develop their minds, learn life skills, and expand their knowledge and abilities. Since the opening of The Goddard School at Long Meadow Farms, I have been honored to serve as Director, working alongside wonderful families and teachers to provide a nurturing and high-quality learning environment.

My name is Mrs. Saiyida. My family and I moved from California to Texas in 2006. I have been teaching for more than 20 years. I have been an elementary school teacher prior to working with preschool-aged children. I have a bachelor's degree in Art and Education and a Master’s degree in English Literature from California. I have also completed courses in Early Childhood Education. I am a mother of two, a daughter and a son. My daughter is attending college and my son is in middle school. I spend my weekends with my family and friends. It’s great to work with young children and teach them curious minds. I am really happy to work at the Goddard School Long Meadow Farms and am having a remarkable experience. I have been with the Goddard School Long Meadow Farms since it opened in 2014.

My name is **Ms. Sama**, and I am married with four grown children. I hold a **Bachelor’s Degree in Education** and have 15 years of teaching experience. I have worked in preschool education since 2009 and have proudly been part of **The Goddard School at Long Meadow Farms since 2019**. I love working with children because they are pure, honest, curious, and full of imagination. Their creativity has no limits, and I enjoy providing learning experiences that encourage them to explore, ask questions, express themselves, and develop a lifelong love of learning. I am honored to have been **recognized by Texas Rising Star (TRS) for my positive interactions and teaching practices with young children**. This recognition reflects my commitment to providing meaningful, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate learning experiences while building strong and positive relationships with each child.

My name is **Musavera (Sonia)**, and I am married with three children. I hold an **Associate Degree in Business**, but my greatest passion has always been working with children. Children bring so much joy to each day. The stories they share, the expressions they make, and the laughter they bring always brighten my day. I especially cherish the moments when children show love and affection in their own unique ways. It brings me great joy to watch them grow and develop into confident, independent, and self-sufficient learners. I am honored to have been **recognized by Texas Rising Star (TRS) for my positive interactions and teaching practices with young children**. I take pride in creating a nurturing, engaging, and developmentally appropriate learning environment where children feel safe, valued, and encouraged to learn and grow. Working with young children is truly rewarding, and I look forward to

Hello! My name is **Rahma Younes**, and I am a teacher in our **Infant and Toddler classrooms**. I am originally from Casablanca, Morocco, and I am married. I speak three languages—**Arabic, French, and English**. I hold a **Bachelor’s Degree** and have worked as a teacher for three years. Prior to working in education, I worked as a financial accountant for 14 years in Morocco. I truly enjoy working with young children and love seeing how quickly they learn, grow, and discover new things. I am honored to have been **recognized by Texas Rising Star (TRS) for my positive interactions and teaching practices with young children**. This recognition reflects my commitment to providing nurturing, responsive, and meaningful interactions that support each child’s individual development. Creativity is very important to me, and I enjoy teaching through **play, music, and engaging hands-on activities** that e

I hold a Bachelor of Science degree and previously worked in a preschool. I have always been passionate about working with children. I also owned and operated my own event company for 20 years, which strengthened my creativity, organization, and communication skills. I believe children learn best through play and meaningful hands-on experiences. I am also a proud mother of two sons and grandmother of three wonderful grandchildren.

I have been working in childcare for one year and truly enjoy helping young children learn and grow. I treasure the special connections I build with the children and save every piece of artwork they create for me. In my free time, I enjoy volunteering at my church, baking, and spending quality time with my family. I look forward to creating a caring, positive, and engaging environment for every child.