Our Goddard School Teachers

Tommy and Ann Chamakala are proud owners of The Goddard School of McKinney (Honey Creek). While they operate the school as a husband-and-wife team, Tommy serves as the on-site owner and operator, with Ann supporting the school’s vision and growth. As parents of two daughters, they understand the importance of a safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environment. After enrolling their own children in a Goddard School, they became passionate about the program’s impact and were inspired to bring that same experience to McKinney families. Tommy is a McKinney native and McKinney High School graduate. He holds degrees in Education and Educational Leadership and has served as a When the opportunity knocked on their door to open a Goddard School in McKinney, Tommy and Ann felt it was a great way to give back to the community that had given him so much. They are excited to introduce you to our faculty and look forward to meeting with you about our high-quality learning program.

We are excited to have our Director, Mrs. Wendy join our team. Mrs. Wendy has taught since 2016 and has a dual Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education and Psychology. She loves teaching to make a difference and is inspired by the way children see the world with such awe and amazement. Her goal is to ensure every child feels seen, safe, and heard. Her favorite children's book is Goodnight Gorilla and The Napping House. A fun fact about Mrs. Wendy is she is originally from South Africa.

We are thrilled to have Mrs. Nazish join our Admin Team as one of our amazing Assistant Directors! Ms. Nazish has been in the field of early education since 2013 with a background in early childhood development from The University of Texas at Dallas. She believes that teaching isn't just about academics-it is about fostering curiosity and confidence that will hopefully inspire a continuous love for learning. Mrs. Nazish loves the book, 'The Panda Problem" and a fun fact about her is that she got married in Cairo, Egypt! 

We are excited to welcome Ms. Aislynne to our Goddard Team. Ms. Aislynne has been teaching since May 2022 and is pursuing her degree at Collin College & Texas State. She became a teacher to help future generations learn and grow. And to be someone a child can rely on and trust. Her favorite children’s book is “Oh the Places You’ll Go,” and a fun fact about Ms. Aislynne is that she’s a twin.

We are excited to welcome Mrs. Cindy to our Goddard team to work in our preschool hallway. Mrs. Cindy has been teaching since 2005 and has her associate degree. Mrs. Cindy loves teaching, so she can help provide a way for little minds to continue to learn and grow. Her favorite children’s books are the Elephant and Piggie series. And a fun fact about Mrs. Cindy is she likes to travel and learn from other countries.

We are excited to welcome Mrs. Geetha to our Goddard team, where she will be working in our Pre-K classroom. Mrs. Geetha has been teaching since 2009 and has her M. Tech degree. She loves teaching because you can see the student’s growth each day in the classroom. Her favorite children’s books are “Pet the Cat” and “Peppa the Pig.” A fun fact about Mrs. Geetha is she is not a good swimmer but loves to try anyway.

We are thrilled to have Ms. Alejandra join our Goddard team. Ms. Alejandra has been teaching since 2021. She has her B.A. in Child Development and Family Studies from Cal State Long Beach. Her favorite children’s book is, “The Very Hungry Caterpillar.” And a fun fact about Ms. Alejandra is that she likes going to local city events.

We are excited to welcome Mrs. Elaine to our Goddard team. She has been teaching since 2014 and went to Teachers College at Columbia University. She is passionate about teaching and loves being around little ones. Her favorite children’s book is “Every Book is Not a Book.” And a fun fact about Mrs. Elaine is she has had many pets since she was a kid.

Ms. Sheika has been such a positive and happy presence in our school since she started with us! She has been teaching since 2008 and has recently moved here from Arizona. She loves teaching because she knows she can make a difference and help all young children grow. Her favorite children’s book is Pete the Cat, and she loves dancing!

We are excited to welcome Ms. Taylor to our Goddard team. Ms. Taylor is currently studying at TWU for her Early Childhood degree and joined the education field because she loves teaching children and watching their young minds grow. Her favorite children’s book is, “If You Give a Mouse a Cookie.” And a fun fact about Ms. Taylor is that she loves to travel she has visited over 20 states and has been to 3 countries.

We are excited to be welcoming Mrs. Anitha to our toddler wing. She loves to teach because teaching children how to read and learn will change their lives. Mrs. Anitha has her MbccA degree, and her favorite children’s book is “The Princes Story.”

We are happy to welcome Ms. Heer to our Goddard team. Ms. Heer is currently working on her Speech, Hearing, & Language Science Major at UTD. She started teaching in 2023 to help create a positive impact on young people's lives and show that learning is fun. Her favorite children’s book is, “Polar Bear and the Rainbow.” And a fun fact about Ms. Heer is she loves Chai Tea.

We are excited to welcome Ms. Kayli to our Goddard team. She has been teaching since 2021 and is currently pursuing her undergrad at Prairie View A&M University. She wants to teach because she really enjoys having the ability to watch children grow and create their own personalities. Ms. Kayli’s favorite children’s book is The Cate in the Hat. And a fun fact about Ms. Kayli is she was on the drill team in high school and served as a Senior Lieutenant.

We are excited to welcome Ms. Kayla to our Goddard team. She has been teaching since 2016 and has a Music Education degree from Ouachita Baptist University. She is currently a teacher at Dennison ISD, and she loves to teach because it allows her to combine her creativity with her desire to inspire and empower young minds. Ms. Kayla's favorite children’s book is "Caps for Sale". And a fun fact about Ms. Kayla is she has performed in three operas, and she still performs in a community choir here in McKinney.

Ms. Abby has been teaching since 2011 in the Philippines and holds a Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education. She loves teaching because she wants to bring out what's best in children, and she believes that preschool plays a decisive role in shaping a child's future. Her favorite book is "Oh, David!" She loves to sing and dance, and mountain biking

Ms. Jessica is the newest addition to our Goddard team. She has been teaching since 2018 and has her Associate in the Art of Teaching. She loves to teach because she wants to inspire and motivate kids as they grow. Her favorite children's book is "Room on the Broom" by Julia Barnes. A fun fact about Ms. Jessica is that she is very outdoorsy and creative!

We are so happy to have Ms. Melika on our Goddard team here at Honey Creek. She is new to teaching but is very excited to learn and start being a part of the children's development. She loves to teach because she feels it is very rewarding to watch the children's curiosity and creativity grow at school. Her favorite children's book is "Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus" by Mo Williams, and a fun fact about her is that she loves watching movies and swimming!

We are thrilled to announce our newest member of our Honey Creek team, Mrs. Rokkiya. She holds her Bachelors in Computer Science and is also Certified in Montessori Learning as well as International Preschool Teaching. She became a teacher because she believes young minds are like empty cups and it is her job to fill them up with ideas that expand their minds. Mrs. Rokkiya's favorite children's book is "The Rainbow Fish" by Marcus Pfister and a fun fact about her is she shares the same birthday as her son and all the members of her family start with the letter "R".

We are happy to welcome Mrs. Naima to our Honey Creek family! Mrs. Naima has been teaching since 2019 and has her bachelor’s in industrial psychology with certificates in Early Childhood. She loves to teach because she feels like she is making a difference in the world and loves how excited they get when they learn something new. Mrs. Naima’s favorite children’s book is “Llama Llama Time to Share.” And a fun fact about Mrs. Naima is she sometimes mixes English and Spanish when she talks.

Ms. Gayle has been teaching since 1987 and has her Associate of Arts and Sciences. She became a teacher because she enjoys creating a love of learning in children, which they will carry with them throughout their lives. Ms. Gayle’s favorite children’s book is “Where the Wild Things Are.” A fun fact about Ms. Gayle is that she has been taking pottery classes for the last 10 years.

Mrs. Eddy Barrios is passionate about early childhood education and the powerful impact it has on young learners. She believes that education has the ability to transform lives and is motivated to support children during one of the most important stages of their development. She has her Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education. She strives to create a supportive and encouraging environment where children feel confident to learn, grow, and thrive. Her favorite children’s book, The Very Hungry Caterpillar, reflects her appreciation for stories that inspire growth and transformation. A fun fact about Mrs. Eddy is that she is always looking for opportunities to learn and improve, which helps her continue to grow both personally and professionally.

We are excited to have Ms. Lily join our Two-year-old team here at Honey Creek. She has been teaching since 2022 and loves watching children learn and grow. Her favorite part is seeing the student’s big smiles after accomplishing something. Ms. Lily’s favorite children’s book is “The Rainbow Fish.” And a fun fact about Ms. Lily is she likes to sing and dance to make other’s smile.

Ms. Leah Major has been working in early childhood education since 2022 and is currently pursuing her Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education. She is passionate about teaching and finds it incredibly rewarding to be part of a child’s growth and development. Ms. Leah values building trust with her students and feels honored to be someone they can rely on as they navigate their learning journey. She enjoys creating a warm and supportive environment where children feel encouraged to learn and explore. Her favorite children’s book, There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed a Rainbow, reflects her fun and engaging personality in the classroom. A fun fact about Ms. Leah is that she is a huge animal lover and grew up with seven dogs. She also attended ballet school instead of a traditional public high school, adding a unique and creative background to her experiences. Her caring nature and enthusiasm make her a wonderful part of our school community.

Mrs. Madhuri Perla has been working in early childhood education for the past two years and holds a Master’s degree in Computer Science. She enjoys working with children and is passionate about helping them learn, grow, and build confidence in a caring and supportive environment. Mrs. Madhuri loves creating engaging experiences for her students and takes pride in fostering a classroom where children feel encouraged and valued. Her favorite children’s books include dinosaur stories and Barbie storybooks, reflecting her fun and imaginative approach to learning. A fun fact about Mrs. Madhuri is that she enjoys learning new things and loves being creative with kids’ activities and crafts. Her enthusiasm and creativity make her a wonderful part of our school community.