The Goddard School of Pearland - Pearland Parkway

Bios

• Mr Eduardo

  Ed, a passionate advocate for early education, is the new on-site owner of The Goddard School of Pearland Parkway. He and his wife, Maria, have been dedicated members of the Goddard family since 2018, having successfully owned and operated the highly-regarded Goddard School of Shadow Creek Ranch (Pearland West). A testament to their personal commitment, all three of their children are proud Goddard graduates. Prior to finding his true passion, Ed earned a master's degree in international business law from Queen Mary University of London and led a law firm for over a decade. He is excited to bring his expertise and deep-rooted commitment to fostering a loving and educational environment to the Pearland Parkway community!

• Shanna

  Mrs. Shanna is our Director at The Goddard School of Pearland Parkway. She currently holds a CDA as well as her Texas Director’s License. Shanna has over 19 years of experience in ECE and is a member of The National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC). Shanna’s favorite part of working in education management is the relationships she is able to build with students, their parents and the staff that work with her. Her goal is to provide a loving, caring and safe environment for children to grow emotionally and academically. Shanna also strives to provide our teachers with the tools and support they need in order to thrive in their classrooms.

• Ashley

  Ashley has almost two years of experience in ECE with children of all ages. Ashley loves to work with children and make an impact on their lives every day. She also enjoys sharing her love of learning with them. When she is not working or playing guitar, she enjoys acting, singing and baking! Fun fact about Ms. Ashley is she loves watching musicals.

• Darakhshan

  DK has over nine years of experience in ECE with all ages. DK loves teaching especially when she can get to see the children she works with grow and learn! When she isn’t spending time with her husband of twenty-one years or her three children, you can find her traveling, cooking or listening to music. She currently holds a Bachelor of Science in Biology and Chemistry and a Bachelor of Arts in Woman Studies.

• Dominique

  Dominique enjoys working with children because it is rewarding each and every day and being a part of their growth and development as they achieve their milestones is priceless. She has over eight years’ experience in ECE with children ranging in ages infancy through preschool. In her spare time, you can find her dancing, swimming or horseback riding one of her eight horses.

• Kristie

  Kristie is a great team player and always willing to help her co-workers. In her spare time, she enjoys family time, art projects, being outdoors and traveling. She currently has over ten years of experience in ECE. Kristie loves working with kids and being able to make an impact on their lives and loves the joy they bring to her heart!

• Marie

  Marie enjoys working with young children because their desire to learn is contagious and joining them with this makes each day a joy! When she is not working, Ms. Marie loves binge watching movies and her favorite shows or reading books. An interesting fact about Ms. Marie is that she is bilingual!

• Paula

  Ms. Paula is a lead teacher at The Goddard School of Pearland Parkway in our Pre-Kindergarten classroom. Paula has over thirty years of experience in ECE with ages infant through school age as well as administrative experience. Ms. Paula has a passion for living life to the fullest and welcomes the changes that come with it. She has always enjoyed working with children and helping them reach their full potential. In her free time you can find Paula scrapbooking or camping with her family.

• Tekeisha

  Tekeisha has over five years of experience working in ECE. Ms. Tekeisha has a passion for working with children and her goal is to educate and impact young minds each day. When she isn’t at work you can find her spending time with her family or shopping!

• Zoie

  Ms. Zoie loves working with children and her goal is to teach children and foster their love for learning without making it feel like a task. Zoie has over four years of experience working in ECE and has worked in childcare settings as well as been a private Nanny. Zoie loves to read books, cook, and binge watch Hulu when she isn’t spending time with her daughter Emelia.

• Alexis

  Alexis is new to childcare but over the last year has worked with all ages ranging from infants through preschool. Alexis has her Associates degree in Social and Behavioral Science and is currently pursuing her Bachelor’s degree in ECE. Alexis strives to provide a creative and positive learning environment for children all while making it fun and enjoyable as well. A fun fact about Ms. Alexis is that she is very competitive when it comes to sports! GO ‘Stros!

• Alexis

  Alexis chose to work with children because she loves kids and being able to teach them while watching them meet and exceed all their developmental milestones. Alexis is currently attending U of H and plans on becoming an Elementary School teacher. When she isn’t at work, she enjoys spending time with her chihuahua Chelsea or hitting the books, Alexis enjoys singing, Art, and making jewelry.

• Gabrielle

  Gabby is a great team player and always willing to help her co-workers. In her spare time, she enjoys drawing, painting, going on long walks and watching movies. She currently has over five years of experience in ECE primarily with preschool through school age. Ms. Gabby loves working with kids and being able to make an impact on their lives by watching them learn and grow.

• Jasmine

  Ms. Jasmine is currently pursuing a degree in nursing along with being an assistant teacher. Ms. Jasmine is excited to see the children in her class grow and learn together. Ms. Jasmine has a two-year-old daughter and is one of four siblings. In her spare time, she also runs a small craft business with her mother.

• Maria

  Maria enjoys working with young children because their desire to learn is contagious and joining them with this makes each day a joy! When she is not spending time with her three boys, Maria enjoys sketching, reading, cooking, and listening to music. Maria loves food especially Mexican, Italian and soul food!

• Gloria

  Ms. Gloria is our Cook at The Goddard School of Pearland Parkway. She has over six years experience in ECE and most of it working in the kitchen of the schools. Gloria loves to watch children grow and learn and feels privileged to be part of their lives and prepare healthy and nutritious meals for them. In her spare time Gloria enjoys spending time with her children and she likes to shop and cook.

• Rosario

  As the Enrollment Specialist at The Goddard School of Pearland Parkway, Mrs. Rosie brings over 19 years of experience in early childhood education. Her passion lies in making a real difference in children's lives and helping them reach important developmental milestones. Mrs. Rosie’s deep commitment to early childhood extends beyond the classroom. A proud Pearland resident, she enjoys reading, crafting, and volunteering at her church. Her expertise and love for children make her an invaluable first point of contact for families seeking exceptional preschool and childcare in Pearland.