Our Goddard School Teachers

Candice graduated from Texas Tech University with a BBA in Finance. She then went on to pursue her CFP with a focus on helping families and their children. Shortly after, she met her future husband and spent the next five years traveling the country with him during his Major League Baseball career. Candice and her husband have two young sons and understand the importance of a high quality learning experience for all children. Candice’s passion and long term goal is to provide children with an early learning experience where they can develop the social and academic skills they need to flourish in school and in life.

Desirae Melter holds a B.A. in Speech & Hearing Sciences with a Psychology minor from the University of New Mexico and is certified in Texas EC–6 and 4–8 Core Subjects with STR. She started her career in early childhood education, teaching infants and Pre-K students in nurturing, play-based environments that supported social, emotional, and cognitive growth. She later served in elementary and middle schools as an instructional coach, MTSS facilitator, Dean of student behavior, and curriculum designer, strengthening restorative practices, data-driven instruction, and systems that improved school culture and student support. Her HR experience further shaped her leadership in training, communication, and team development. As a Preschool Director, she is committed to joyful, inclusive environments where children thrive, teachers feel supported, and families are true partners. She and her husband recently welcomed their first child, deepening her dedication to high-quality early learning.

Ms. Nancy was born and raised in Oklahoma, that’s where she met her husband of 30 years. She has traveled and lived around the world as a Military Spouse. That’s where her love for Early Childhood Education began. Ms. Nancy has 24 years of experience working with children of all ages. She earned her Child Development Associate (CDA) in 2009. Since then, she has been a teacher, Assistant Director and Director. In her spare time, she loves spending time with her daughter and grandchildren enjoying life! Her favorite children’s book is Where The Wild Thing’s Are.

Mrs. Angela has been with Goddard since 2021. Favorite Food: Chinese Food Favorite Children’s Book: The Berenstain Bears by Jan Berenstain & Stan Berenstain Favorite Quote: “Everything happens for a reason.”

Mrs. Shauna has been with Goddard since 2022. Favorite Food: Mexican Favorite Children’s Book: Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See? by Bill Martin, Jr. Favorite Quote: “Never give up.”

Ms. Mykalee has been with the Goddard School since 2024.

Miss Ashlee has been with Goddard since 2022. Favorite Food: Spaghetti & Pasta Favorite Children’s Book: The Very Hungry Caterpillar by Eric Carle Favorite Quote: “You only live once.”

Mrs. Lynn has been with Goddard since 2023. Favorite Food: Chinese Food Favorite Children’s Book: Oh, the Places You’ll Go by Dr. Suess Favorite Quote: Love people, follow Jesus.

Mrs. Martha has been with Goddard since 2022. Favorite Food: Italian and Seafood Favorite Children’s Book: Pete the Cat by Eric Litwin, James Dean, and Kimberly Dean Favorite Quote: “Through God all things are possible.” - Matthew 19:26