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.

Ms. Desirae holds a B.A. in Speech & Hearing Sciences with a minor in Psychology from the University of New Mexico and is certified in Texas EC–6 and 4–8 Core Subjects, both with the Science of Teaching Reading (STR). Her academic background and literacy expertise anchor her commitment to developmentally responsive, evidence-based early childhood education. She began her career teaching infants and Pre-K students, creating nurturing, play-based environments that supported each child’s social, emotional, and cognitive growth. She later taught and led in elementary and middle school settings, serving as an instructional coach, MTSS facilitator, Dean of student behavior, and curriculum designer. Across these roles, she strengthened restorative practices, guided teachers in data-driven instruction, and built systems that improved school culture and student support. Her HR experience further shaped her leadership, giving her a strong foundation in training systems, team development, co

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