Childcare Services Tampa
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At The Goddard School located in Tampa - Temple Terrace, we're more than just a daycare. The Goddard School is a private preschool, offering childcare to infants and toddlers to pre-k. Our programs are designed to nurture each child's curiosity in a safe and caring environment.
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Hello! My name is Colleen Chevalier and I am the Owner of The Goddard School of Temple Terrace. I have a Bachelor's of Science in Nursing from Queens University of Charlotte. I have over 20 years experience as a Pediatric and NICU RN. I enjoy spending time with my husband Michael and our three children. You can find usually find us at soccer tournaments and cheering on the Gators!
Hello! My name is Ashley Gomez and I am the Director of The Goddard School. I joined the Goddard family in August of 2009 as a preschool teacher and transitioned into the Director’s office in November of 2010. I have a B.S. in Family Social Science with minors in Family Violence Prevention and Sociology earned from the University of Minnesota. I currently hold State of Florida Staff and Director Credentials. My history of working with children starts back in 1998 volunteering at the local Safe Haven runaway shelter, including holding a position of Youth Advisory Board Co-President until relocating in 2002 for college. I initially came to Florida for the warm weather but also gained a passion in Early Childhood Education! I enjoy spending my free time with my husband Jp and our children Maxwell and Loralina. You can find us enjoying sporting events, exploring Florida and many other travel destinations!
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Hello, my name is Liz Holland, and I have been dedicated to the childcare field since 2009. I hold a Director’s Credential and Staff Credential through DCF, along with an Associate of Arts in Education. Currently, I am pursuing my Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education to further enhance my expertise. I have been a proud member of the Goddard School team since 2014, serving as a teacher in various classrooms, including infants, toddlers, and VPK. Every moment spent nurturing and educating young minds has been a joy and privilege. Now, I am honored to step into my new role as the Executive Director. I am excited to bring my passion for education, leadership, and commitment to excellence to this position while continuing to stay actively involved with the children and their growth. In my free time, I enjoy traveling to new destinations, spending time with my friends, and making memories with my dog, Sequoia.
Hello! My name is LaKayla, and I am thrilled to be returning to The Goddard School of Temple Terrace as Assistant Director. I was born and raised in Iowa and moved to Tampa in 2021. I am also a proud mom to my daughter, Harlow, who was born in 2024. I began my journey with Goddard at the Temple Terrace location and later transitioned to our South Tampa school, where I continued to grow professionally. I have worked in early childhood education for seven years, spending much of that time in the classroom building meaningful relationships with families and supporting children’s growth and development. Working with children is truly a passion of mine, and I find so much joy in helping create positive, engaging experiences that allow children to learn, explore, and thrive. Outside of work, I enjoy spending quality time with my daughter, reading, crafting banners, and finding moments to rest and recharge. I look forward to getting to know you and your family and partnering together to sup
My name is Alaina, and I am so excited to be a part of The Goddard School family. I bring three years of childcare experience from my time as a nanny and as a recreation leader with Hillsborough County Parks and Recreation. I studied public relations and advertising at the University of South Florida, where I discovered that working with children is truly where my heart and passion lie. I grew up in Detroit, Michigan, and Columbus, Ohio, and have called Tampa, Florida home since 2015. In my free time, I enjoy being creative, crafting, and spending time with my cats. I am deeply committed to creating a safe, nurturing, and joyful environment where every child feels confident, supported, and excited to come to school. I look forward to meeting you and supporting your child as they grow, learn, and blossom into their very best selves.
Hello! My name is Ms. Alexandria, and I am so excited to be part of your child’s learning journey! I have a strong background in early childhood education, with several years of experience working in child care and daycare settings. I hold my Child Development Associate (CDA) credential and am CPR certified. I am passionate about creating a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment where every child feels valued, supported, and confident. I believe children learn best through play, exploration, and positive relationships. In our classroom, I focus on helping children develop social skills, express their emotions, and build independence while enjoying new learning experiences each day. I truly enjoy supporting children as they reach important milestones and partnering closely with families to meet each child’s individual needs. Thank you for trusting me with your little one, I look forward to a wonderful year together!
Hi! My name is Catherine, and I am so happy to be a part of The Goddard School family. I was born in Peru and spent 35 wonderful years there with my parents and sisters. After getting married, I moved to Tampa in June of 2007 and began a new chapter with my husband. Since then, I discovered my passion for working with children, and it has been one of the most rewarding decisions of my life. I have 14 years of experience caring for infants in a childcare setting and truly love nurturing and supporting babies as they grow and develop. In my free time, I enjoy traveling, shopping, watching movies, and relaxing with word puzzles.
Hello! My name is Ms. Chetra. I was born in Guyana which is located in South America. I came to the United States in 1982 and lived in New York for 9 years. I then got married and moved to Virginia to start a family. Recently, I have relocated to Florida to be closer to my daughter. I have worked in childcare for nearly 30 years and have been with Goddard for 20 years. I have a passion for working with children and I am grateful that I get to do what I love everyday.
Hello, my name is Danielle Nelson. I have been teaching preschool since 2013. I currently have my National CDA and I am working on my degree in Child Development and Psychology. Before working in a center based childcare center, I worked in a group home as a Behavior Tech, helping children with special needs. In my free time I enjoy reading and writing, with hopes of one day becoming a children’s author. The most rewarding thing about teaching for me is when a child has grasped the knowledge that they have learned from my classroom. I am very excited to be a part of the team at The Goddard School and I look forward to doing great things!
Hello, my name is Jeffrey Coates. The children know me as Mr. C. I was born and raised in Boston, MA. I have always had a persistence to push myself to do my best. I recently graduated with Honors with my Master's Degree in Early Childhood Education. I have over 20 years experience working with children. I believe "together is better". I instill the importance of using our words, choices, and actions to influence ourselves and others in a helpful manner. I live by three things: Love others, do great things, and be a bucket filler!
Hello, my name is Katy. I am so grateful to be a part of the Goddard team! My native country is Argentina and my first language is Spanish. My passion is kids. I’m blessed to be able to work each day with your children. We work on letters, colors, numbers, sharing and potty training! My favorite activity with the kids is singing in Spanish and dancing. I love to see their smiles. Thank you for allowing me to care for your children and watch them learn and grow. Gracias!
Hi! My name is Maria! I was born and raised in Venezuela. In 2018, I moved to Florida with my family. I have one son who is my pride and joy! I've worked in childcare in Florida for the last few years with infants through 2-year-old children. Infants are where I feel the happiest! I'm excited to work here at The Goddard School. Thank you for allowing me to care for your infants, they are all amazing!
HI! I am Ms. Marlene. I've been in childcare since 1993. I started at my church preschool and found my passion. It's very rewarding each and everyday to watch the children learn and grow. It's important for me to stay up to date on new training. I'm always willing to learn more along my journey. I've been married for over 35 years! I have one son and two daughters. I'm looking forward to grandchildren! I love spending time with family, traveling and shopping. I'm excited to be here at The Goddard School. Thank you for the opportunity to love and teach your children each and every day!
Hi! My name is Miguelina, and I am originally from the Dominican Republic. I am a proud mother of two beautiful daughters and a loving grandmother to three wonderful grandsons. With 17 years of teaching experience, specializing in infant care, I am deeply passionate about nurturing children and supporting their early childhood development. In my free time, I enjoy traveling and spending quality time with my family.
My name is Sushama Patel and I am so glad to be a part of the Goddard School faculty. I have been in this profession since 1995. I obtained my bachelor’s degree in Children’s Education and hold a Master’s degree in Economics from India. I worked as an elementary school teacher for 16 years and as a Vice-Principal for 4 years in India. I have also volunteered at local preschools and gained a wealth of knowledge through those experiences. Working with children is the most important part of my life. I have spent 23 years with children and hope many more to come. I can’t imagine my life without helping shape children as they give me inner peace and happiness.
Hi - my name is Ms. Yanilza! I was born in The Dominican Republic. I lived in Utah for 20 years and moved to Tampa, Florida in 2013 with my husband and five amazing kiddos! I studied Interior Design in college and realized that working with children as an Early education Educator is what makes me happiest. Education is my passion for myself and others. I love working with your children - Thank You!
HI! My name is Yomeri. I was born and raised in the Dominican Republic. I've worked in childcare for many years in all age groups. Toddlers are my favorite group because they have a very BIG imagination! Each day they learn something new and exciting. I'm happy to be at The Goddard School and thankful to spend each day with your children!
Ama Manu, also known as Candie, is a woman dedicated to growth and learning. With four years in the educational sector and eight years as a seasoned book editor, her excellent communication skills led her to serve as the public relations officer for her husband's business before passing the role to a successor. Her commitment to education drove her to complete an intensive cybersecurity boot camp, earning a comptia security+ certification. She further expanded her expertise by obtaining certifications as a scrum master, project manager from the University of Central Florida, and Registered Behavior Technician. Currently, she is pursuing a Master's Degree in cybersecurity and has aspirations to obtain a PhD. Despite her academic pursuits, her love for children remains unwavering, and she continues to impact young lives as an educator. Candie and her husband are sought-after speakers for relationships and conferences, gaining recognition on social media platforms.
Hey! I’m Caybren and I am very excited to be a part of the work that goes on at the Goddard School. I grew up all around the country, moving from state to state because of the military. I have a huge family and have always been surrounded by kids and love working with them. Any chance I get, I love to continue my education and learn new information. I am excited for this opportunity to be here at the Goddard School and to work with the children. I am excited to grow and learn alongside your child!
Hello! My name is Maddi, and I also go by Madison. I was born and raised in Tampa, Florida, and I am a proud parent of two children, ages 5 and 7. I completed four years of Early Childhood Education in high school and have continued my professional development by working toward obtaining my DCF certifications. In addition, I bring four years of experience working as a teacher. This is my first opportunity working with Goddard, and it has truly been a rewarding experience so far. I am grateful to be part of this team and look forward to continuing my journey in education alongside all of you.
