Teachers & Staff
Bela Desai
Hi Klyde Warren Park Families,
Hi, my name is Bela Desai, and I am thrilled to lead such amazing schools as the Franchise Owner-Operating Partner for Rigley Primrose Schools. I am grateful for the opportunity to lead such a strong and nurturing team! I am committed to continue to represent Primrose in Dr. Rigley’s distinguished brand.
I am originally from Kansas City. I moved to the Lone Star state for my college education in Nursing. While in college, my journey in teaching began with Primrose Schools in 2009. Primrose helped me realize my true passion, Early Childhood Education! I was motivated to pursue my degree in the field of education. I received my Bachelor’s degree in Health Studies in Child Development and my Master’s in Education in Educational Leadership. I am certified in Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment. I have also received my Texas Training Registry to conduct faculty trainings in the state of Texas.
In 2018 I made a career change. I joined a childcare corporate company for a year and half. I served as a Consultant and Mentor for over 50 Franchisee’s and Directors guiding best practices to provide high-quality early childhood education. It was during this time I came to the realization that my heart was with Primrose.
I joined the Rigley Primrose team as the Director of Education in 2020 with over 15 years of Primrose experience in order to learn Dr. Rigley’s Primrose philosophies and policies.
I am proud to share Dr. Rigley’s passion to provide the best in Early Education within a nurturing and positive learning environment and committed to guiding the best practices of Primrose in order to provide high-quality early childhood education for all those I guide and inspire.
I cannot wait to get to know each one of you!
Love,
Bela Desai
Franchise Owner-Operating Partner
Debora Mora
Hi Klyde Warren Park Families,
My name is Debora Sainz and I am beyond excited to be a part of Primrose School at Klyde Warren Park. I’m originally from Mexico but have lived in Texas since the age of two. After graduating high school, I worked as a teacher for Primrose School of Grand Peninsula. My experience in the early childhood experience spans over 10 years. During those 10 years, I’ve held a variety of positions and have worked with every age group.
I hold a Bachelor’s degree in Biology and previously worked at UT Southwestern Medical Center in the flow cytometry laboratory. A situation in my life led me to make a career change and pursue this opportunity to be an advocate for children and allow me to educate young minds.
I’m a boy mom! Both of my boys; Sebastian and Aiden keep me on my toes. During my free time, my husband (Cande) and I along with our boys enjoy being outdoors, cooking together and traveling. We love to go on cruises and explore new places as a family. Being a parent is such a rewarding feeling, I’m able to see life through my kids eyes.
Working with children provides me with an opportunity to shape young minds which is extremely important, every day is a rewarding feeling knowing I was able to educate, nurture and provide children with love. I look forward to building trusted relationships with staff members, parents and most importantly the children.
Victoria Jones
Hi! My name is Victoria Jones, and I am thrilled to be the Assistant Director here at Primrose School at Klyde Warren Park. I was born and raised in Dallas, TX where I graduated from West Mesquite High School. I attended Northlake College where I received my degree in Business Real Estate, Computer Networking and Human Resources.
I have been working in childcare since 2007 as a teacher and in leadership. I love working with children because they are so honest, curious, and excited to learn new things.
I served in the Navy and traveled all over the world. I love spending time with my family and traveling.
I am so excited to be part of the Primrose School at Klyde Warren Park family as it gives me the opportunity to do what I love: teach young minds! Each and every day I learn something new from every child I encounter!
I can’t wait to learn more about you and your family.
Caitlin Thibodeaux
Hi, my name is Caitlin Thibodeaux and I moved to Dallas, Texas from North Carolina where I had been teaching for over ten years. I have taught kindergarten, pre-kindergarten and preschool. I went to High Point University where I received my Bachelor’s in Elementary Education. I then went back to school to add early childhood education to my state teaching license.
I am originally from Connecticut and I spent my middle and high school years in East Amherst, New York. In my spare time I love to read, cook, bake, exercise and travel.
I am extremely passionate about Primrose School’s curriculum! One of my favorite ideals is, “We believe who children become is as important as what they know.” I love how the curriculum puts an emphasis on teaching strong character values and emotional intelligence. It is just so important in our growing world today!
I look forward to providing families with an extraordinary experience! I feel very blessed to work with young children and their families!
Ms. Rachel
Hometown: Dallas, TX (Oak Cliff)
Year Started Working in Child Care: 2015
Education Background: I graduated in 2006 from A. Maceo Smith High School and a month later, I started at the PCI Health Training Center studying to become a Medical Assistant. I graduated from PCI in 2007 with a diploma in medical assistance.
What I enjoy most about working with Young Children: What I enjoy most about working with young children is being able to teach them!
Ms. Isabel
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Ms. Belicia
Hometown: Dallas, TX
Year Started Working in Child Care: 2023
Hobbies: I enjoy watching movies, going shopping and bowling.
Education Background: Graduated from High School in Dallas
What I enjoy most about working with Young Children: I enjoy teaching them new things, singing and reading to them!
Ms. Hannah
Hometown: Cedar Hill, Texas
Year Started Working in Child Care: 2017
Hobbies: I enjoy spending time with people, watching TV shows, reading and listening to music.
Education Background: I have my Bachlors in Healthcare Studies from UT Dallas.
What I enjoy most about working with Young Children: Children are so energized and know how to have fun! I love their curiosity and positivity.
Ms. Bianca
Hometown: Dallas, Texas
Year Started Working in Child Care: 2021
Hobbies: During my spare time I enjoy cleaning, playing music, dancing and I’m a sports mom.
Education Background: I graduated high school.
What I enjoy most about working with Young Children: I enjoy watching children interact with one another, the smile on their faces is priceless.
Ms. Willette
Hometown: Dallas, Texas
Year Started Working in Child Care: 2006
Hobbies: I like to do crossword puzzles and play games on my phone. I also like to watch TV.
Education Background: I graduated from A. Maceo Smith High School in 1990. I have my CDA in Infant-Toddler and my Early Childhood Education Certificate.
What I enjoy most about working with Young Children: I like to see the smile on their faces. Also, being able to see children learn at their own pace and accomplish their developmental milestones!
Ms. Bailey
Hometown: Kansas
Year Started Working in Child Care: 2008
Hobbies: I enjoy reading, painting, photography and watching movies!
Education Background: I graduated from Shawnee Mission East High School in Prairie Village, Kansas and attended University of Missouri, Kansas City.
What I enjoy most about working with Young Children: Anytime I can make a baby smile or laugh brings me joy but my goal is to also be a safe space for children.
Ms. Jazzmyne
Hometown: Dallas, Texas
Year Started Working in Child Care: 2021
Hobbies: I enjoy doing makeup, creating content and journaling.
Education Background: I graduated from high school in 2017 and then attended Tarleton State University, I received my associates in journalism.
What I enjoy most about working with Young Children: Working with children in eventful and there is never a dull moment. I enjoy the teaching process and watching them blossom.
Ms. Elizabeth A.
Hometown: San Antonio, TX
Year Started Working in Child Care: 2003
Hobbies: Drawing, Reading, and Coloring.
Education Background: I attended a private school called, “Living Christ Academy” and also have taken CDA classes in Eastfield.
What I enjoy most about working with Young Children: Watching them grow and building a relationship with the parents!
Ms. Lisa
Hometown: Irving, TX
Year Started Working in Child Care: 1987
Hobbies: Spending time with family, reading, and playing games on my phone!
Education Background: I graduated from Nimitz High School.
What I enjoy most about working with Young Children: I love watching them grow and trying new things!
Ms. Jeanette
Hometown: Dallas, TX
Year Started Working in Child Care: 2010
Hobbies: Listening to classical music and walking my dog, Zeaus! I also love to basketball, which I used to play in school!
Education Background: I was accepted to Skyline Center in Dallas, then later decided to become a Medical Assistant at ATI. Also, while at Skyline, I was entered into cosmetology cluster!
What I enjoy most about working with Young Children: They are our future and are all unique in their own way. All children should be treated equally and should be loved for who they are!
Ms. Tawanda
Hometown: New Orleans, Louisiana
Year Started Working in Child Care: 2019
Hobbies: I enjoy painting and crafting!
Education Background: I attended Wilmer Hutchins High School.
What I enjoy most about working with Young Children: I enjoy being able to experience new unique adventures everyday!
Ms. Jaqueline L
Hometown: Dallas, Texas
Year Started Working in Child Care: I began working with children in 2024.
Hobbies: Going out with friends and family!
Education Background: Currently attending college.
What I enjoy most about working with Young Children: Children are extremely sweet and full of energy!
Ms. Carlye
Hometown: Caddo Mills, Texas
Year Started Working in Child Care: 2019
Hobbies: I enjoy video games, hiking, shopping and collecting.
Education Background: I graduated from Caddo Mills High School
What I enjoy most about working with Young Children: I enjoy working with children because it allows me to help them reach new milestones.
Ms. Jackie M
Hometown: Dallas, Texas
Year Started Working in Child Care: 2023
Hobbies: I like going for walks with my dog, drawing, reading and eating snacks.
Education Background: Associate in Liberal Arts, currently in school for creative writing.
What I enjoy most about working with Young Children: Seeing them flourish and learn every day!
Ms. Luz
Hometown: Dallas, Texas
Year Started Working in Child Care: 2022
Hobbies: I enjoy watching YouTube and reading.
Education Background: Graduated from High School
What I enjoy most about working with Young Children: How every day is never the same when you are around children!
Ms. Jaqueline
Hometown: Mexico City
Year Started Working in Child Care: 2023
Hobbies: I enjoy being creative, such as painting with watercolors and acrylic. Traveling and spending time with family is also a hobby of mine.
Education Background: I graduated and attended college in Mexico. I have my degree in Education with a focus in Neurodevelopment.
What I enjoy most about working with Young Children: I enjoy creating an inclusive environment where every child feels valued and supported. I love helping children discover their strengths and adapt learning experiences to meet their individual needs. Watching them reach new milestones is priceless.
Ms. Latrina
Hometown: Monroe, LA
Year Started Working in Child Care: 2018
Hobbies: I enjoy spending time with my family as well as friends during my spare time.
Education Background: I attended Wossman High School, where I received my GED in 1995. I received my CDA in September 2019 and obtained my Ancillary Teaching Certificate in May 2019 through the Children’s Coalition for Northeast Louisiana. Additionally, I graduated from Miller-Motte in the field of Medical Billing and Coding in June 2021.
What I enjoy most about working with Young Children: I love to play and see children be happy and jolly. I also love to soothe babies when they are upset.
Ms. Zoe
Hometown: Arlington, Texas
Year Started Working in Child Care: 2022
Hobbies: Listening to music, going to the gym and writing.
Education Background: I’m currently attending college, pursuing a degree in psychology.
What I enjoy most about working with Young Children: I get to witness all of their “firsts” I also enjoy watching them grow!
Ms. Tiffany
Hometown: El Paso, Texas
Year Started Working in Child Care: 2016
Hobbies: I enjoy listening to music, dancing and working out.
Education Background: I graduated from Moises Molina High School and attended college.
What I enjoy most about working with Young Children: How creative they are and can be! They’re so curious and spontaneous.
Ms. Alex
Hometown: Dallas, Texas
Year Started Working in Child Care: 2017
Hobbies: I enjoy spending time with friends and family.
Education Background: I Graduated from Moises E. Molina High School and took classes to receive my Child Development Associate (CDA).
What I enjoy most about working with Young Children: I love that I can come to work and the simplest things like a hug or a smile a child gives me can make me forget any worries I have.
Ms. Haidee
Hometown: Mexico, but raised in Texas
Year Started Working in Child Care: 2021 (with 3 children of my own!)
Hobbies: Shopping & spending time with my family!
Education Background: In May 2013, I graduated from Bryan Adams High School and received my high school diploma.
What I enjoy most about working with Young Children: Being a part of their lives every day and seeing them grow!
Ms. Rosa
Hometown: Mexico
Year Started Working in Child Care: 2020
Hobbies: I enjoy spending time with my loved ones during my spare time.
Education Background: Studying for my Bachelors at WGU in Early Education.
What I enjoy most about working with Young Children: Creating a bond with the students and watching them grow and learn new things!
Ms. Lauren
Hometown: Dallas, Texas
Year Started Working in Child Care: 2015
Hobbies: I enjoy riding my bike and going hiking
Education Background: Graduated High School
What I enjoy most about working with Young Children: I enjoy their fun personalities! It is never a dull moment with them.
Ms. Shakeitha
Hometown: Dallas, Texas
Year Started Working in Child Care: 2009
Hobbies: Baking and traveling with my family!
Education Background: I graduated high school in 2008 and currently have 90 college credits in child study. I am planning to complete my Bachelor’s soon and I recently completed my CDA!
What I enjoy most about working with Young Children: I love watching children’s faces light up when they have made an accomplishment.
Ms. Yanelli
Hometown: Dallas, Texas
Year Started Working in Child Care: I began working with children since I was in a junior in High School.
Hobbies: I enjoy watching anime!
Education Background: Graduated with my Bachelor’s in Education in 2021.
What I enjoy most about working with Young Children: I love seeing their love of learning reflect in their eyes and love to witness their personalities blossom.
Ms. Yesenia
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Franchise Owner
Dr. Noel J. Rigley, PhD
Hi! My name is Dr. Noel J. Rigley PhD, and I, along with my daughters Maya Ann and Meira Ariane, come from three generations of early childhood educators. We are passionate about early childhood education and we are committed to serving the educational needs of every community we touch. As a family of educators, we are the proud owners of Primrose Schools of Frisco West, Klyde Warren Park, Park Cities, Plano at Preston Meadow, Prestonwood, Dallas at Kessler Park, Temple, and Waco at Woodway. I am eager for you to learn more about our Balanced Learning Approach when you visit our school.
Prior to our Primrose journey, becoming a parent was the start of understanding the importance of sharing milestones and precious moments with a select few. Knowing that having good quality childcare would be a home away from home, meant care that would help my children become individuals who could positively influence their immediate environment and future generations. We have always felt our values should be above standard, and during our childcare search, we were underwhelmed with our findings. My wife and I were excited to discover a Primrose for our girls where our standards were not only met but surpassed!
Our Primrose journey began when our oldest daughter Maya was born, but it wasn’t until the birth of our second daughter, Meira, that I decided to couple my experience with my passion for early childhood education to open our first Primrose School in 2003! Since then, we have had the honor and privilege of becoming the proud owners of 8 schools. As an owner, I feel it is important that I am involved in every aspect of our schools, from the curriculum implementation to the menu. In providing a home away from home for our families, our highest priority is the health, safety and growth of our staff and students, as well as providing superior customer service to our families.
Our schools are committed to making a difference in the communities we serve and are actively involved in supporting several local foundations and charities. As a family, we enjoy “traveling with a purpose.” Most recently, our travels took us through Myanmar and Zimbabwe, where we visited various schools. We particularly enjoy visiting schools across the world to deepen our understanding of education across cultures and to offer help to schools in need.
As a long-term resident of Dallas, Texas, our family loves to spend time reading books across all genres, cooking family recipes, going on walks with our dog Roxy, and traveling. Maya, my older daughter, is a Fullbright Scholar who graduated from the University of Texas and is currently attending Baylor Law School. My youngest daughter, Meira, is also a graduate of the University of Texas, majoring in marketing at the McCombs School of Business and is currently attending the MBA program.
We hope you soon become a part of our family and that we can share in the joy of seeing your little one grow into a bright influencer of their generation!
I look forward to personally meeting you soon.
Sincerely,
Dr. Noel J. Rigley PhD
Dr. Noel J. Rigley, PhD
Hi! My name is Dr. Noel J. Rigley PhD, and I, along with my daughters Maya Ann and Meira Ariane, come from three generations of early childhood educators. We are passionate about early childhood education and we are committed to serving the educational needs of every community we touch. As a family of educators, we are the proud owners of Primrose Schools of Frisco West, Klyde Warren Park, Park Cities, Plano at Preston Meadow, Prestonwood, Dallas at Kessler Park, Temple, and Waco at Woodway. I am eager for you to learn more about our Balanced Learning Approach when you visit our school.
Prior to our Primrose journey, becoming a parent was the start of understanding the importance of sharing milestones and precious moments with a select few. Knowing that having good quality childcare would be a home away from home, meant care that would help my children become individuals who could positively influence their immediate environment and future generations. We have always felt our values should be above standard, and during our childcare search, we were underwhelmed with our findings. My wife and I were excited to discover a Primrose for our girls where our standards were not only met but surpassed!
Our Primrose journey began when our oldest daughter Maya was born, but it wasn’t until the birth of our second daughter, Meira, that I decided to couple my experience with my passion for early childhood education to open our first Primrose School in 2003! Since then, we have had the honor and privilege of becoming the proud owners of 8 schools. As an owner, I feel it is important that I am involved in every aspect of our schools, from the curriculum implementation to the menu. In providing a home away from home for our families, our highest priority is the health, safety and growth of our staff and students, as well as providing superior customer service to our families.
Our schools are committed to making a difference in the communities we serve and are actively involved in supporting several local foundations and charities. As a family, we enjoy “traveling with a purpose.” Most recently, our travels took us through Myanmar and Zimbabwe, where we visited various schools. We particularly enjoy visiting schools across the world to deepen our understanding of education across cultures and to offer help to schools in need.
As a long-term resident of Dallas, Texas, our family loves to spend time reading books across all genres, cooking family recipes, going on walks with our dog Roxy, and traveling. Maya, my older daughter, is a Fullbright Scholar who graduated from the University of Texas and is currently attending Baylor Law School. My youngest daughter, Meira, is also a graduate of the University of Texas, majoring in marketing at the McCombs School of Business and is currently attending the MBA program.
We hope you soon become a part of our family and that we can share in the joy of seeing your little one grow into a bright influencer of their generation!
I look forward to personally meeting you soon.
Sincerely,
Dr. Noel J. Rigley PhD
