Hi, my name is Sedra.

I’m Syrian American and grew up in Dubai. I have a huge family, 4 sisters, 2 brothers. My sisters are my best friends. I do have a partner, who is a marine. I love baking and cooking and trying out new recipes. Something interesting about me is that I’m a masters student doing SLP. My favorite thing about working with children is seeing them grow and learn to see the world and smile knowing they are in a safe place.

I can’t wait to learn more about you and your family.

Child Care/Teaching Experience: I have been babysitting and tutoring since I was 14, so about 8 years.

Education: I have an Associate in Psych and a Bachelor of Science in Psych and an Undergraduate certificate in Law studies as well as a minor in Social Studies/Science.

Favorite Thing About Working with Children: Seeing a child grow and learn to see the world.

Favorite Children’s Book: Any Princess book.

Favorite Holiday: Thanksgiving.

Other Significant Cultural Celebrations in Your Home:  I celebrate Eid twice a year.

Favorite Family Tradition: Summer slumber parties with all my cousins, 15-year-old tradition.

Languages Spoken in the Home: Arabic and English.

Pets in the Home (Name and Type of Animal): Cat: Pixie

In My Personal Time, I Like To: Spend time with my family, watch shows with my partner and go out with friends and try new things.

Hi, my name is Alondra.

I am from Dallas, TX. I have 2 sisters and 1 brother. My brother is the oldest, then my older sister, me, and last my younger sister. My older sister works at Primrose too. I really enjoy making art. I enjoy painting and engaging in various craft projects, especially with the children in my classroom.

I also really like to read, especially fiction and mystery. I’m trying to save up to go back to school as well.

I can’t wait to learn more about you and your family.

Child Care/Teaching Experience: This is my first time in childcare.

Education: Highschool and College degree.

Favorite Thing About Working with Children: Their laughs and giggles

Favorite Children’s Book: Dr. Suess books.

Favorite Holiday: Christmas.

Other Significant Cultural Celebrations in Your Home: N/A.

Favorite Family Tradition: N/A.

Languages Spoken in the Home: Spanish.

Pets in the Home (Name and Type of Animal): Cat: Mittens.

In My Personal Time, I Like To: I like to go to my local library and read or just relax while I draw. I also really enjoy watching new movies and tv shows.

Hi, my name is Zucely.

I was born and raised in Guatemala. My parents and my 3 brothers and sister live in Guatemala. I love reading, journaling, and doing quiet creative activities.  I have worked with children from ages 3-6 years old in Guatemala. Then worked for 6 months with 3-month-old to 3-year-olds in Nevada before joining the Primrose family.

I can’t wait to know more about you and your  family.

Child Care/Teaching Experience: 3-month-old to 6-years old.

Education: Early Childhood teacher in Guatemala.

Favorite Thing About Working with Children: Being someone they feel safe and supported with.

Favorite Children’s Book: Llama Llama red pajama.

Favorite Holiday: Christmas.

Other Significant Cultural Celebrations in Your Home: Dia De Todos Los Santos, we honor our ancestors.

Favorite Family Tradition: I love the tradition of Sunday lunches at my grandmas with all my family.

Languages Spoken in the Home: Spanish.

Pets in the Home (Name and Type of Animal): Cat: Names Xibalba.

In My Personal Time, I Like To: Read, sketch, watch movies, and go to the library.

Hello, my name is Heather Barnes.

I was born and raised in Dallas, Texas. My husband and I have been married since 2012 and we have one son, Beckett! I have worked in childcare for 10+ years before having my son and becoming a stay-at-home mom. When he started kindergarten, I decided to go back to work in childcare. I am so glad I found Primrose School at Park Cities.

I can’t wait to learn more about you and your family.

Child Care/Teaching Experience: 20 years.

Education: University of North Texas.

Favorite Thing About Working with Children: Watching them grow and meet new milestones.

Favorite Children’s Book: The Monster at the End of the Book.

Favorite Holiday: Halloween.

Other Significant Cultural Celebrations in Your Home: N/A.

Favorite Family Tradition: Attending my family reunion every summer.

Languages Spoken in the Home: English.

Pets in the Home (Name and Type of Animal): Dog: None.

In My Personal Time, I Like To: Spend time with my family, reading, and knitting.

Hello, my name is Luisa Cardenas.

I am from Bogota, Colombia. I am married to a great man and I have a young daughter. My mom and my brother come and visit me every 6 months. I am a lover of animals, especially dogs. I have a husky and his name is Tequila. I love children and I believe that you are always learning from them. I am very patient and creative. I love to draw and to color. I studied Law in Colombia and am currently studying English.

I can’t wait to learn more about you and your family.

Child Care/Teaching Experience: 3 years

Education: High School

Favorite Thing About Working with Children: I like to see my babies grow, share with them, see how they learns new things and giving them love. I love to teach them that each one of them are unique,

Favorite Children’s Book: Little Red Riding Hood

Favorite Holiday: Christmas and Thanksgiving

Other Significant Cultural Celebrations in Your Home: In Columbia, we celebrate the 7th of candles on December 7th. It’s a perfect time to get together with family, give thanks and light candles together

Favorite Family Tradition: Cookouts and dance

Languages Spoken in the Home: Spanish

Pets in the Home (Name and Type of Animal): Siberian Husky- Tequila

In My Personal Time, I Like To:  I love to spend time with my mother, husband and daughter, traveling going out to eat and visiting Columbia

Hi, my name is Maribel.

I graduated with a high school diploma and have one year of experience working with children. I truly enjoy watching children grow, learn, and discover new things each day.

During my time working with children, I have loved being part of their development and helping them build confidence and skills in a supportive environment. Seeing their progress and excitement for learning is what makes my work so rewarding.

I can’t wait to learn more about you and your family.

Child Care/Teaching Experience: 1 year.

Education: High school.

Favorite Thing About Working with Children: Seeing them grow.

Favorite Children’s Book: Animal books and music books.

Favorite Holiday: Summer and Christmas.

Other Significant Cultural Celebrations in Your Home: Birthdays and Christmas.

Favorite Family Tradition: Hanging out with family and friends.

Languages Spoken in the Home: Spanish.

Pets in the Home (Name and Type of Animal): Dog: Mia.

In My Personal Time, I Like To: Walk, cook, and travel.

Hi, my name is Sandy.

I was born in Denver, Colorado and moved to Florida, where my two children were born. In 1995, we moved to Texas. I have over 17 years of experience in early childhood education! It is such a joy to be a part of a child’s life as they learn and grow. It will be my pleasure getting to know you and your child!

I can’t wait to learn more about you and your family.

Child Care/Teaching Experience: 20 years experience, 15 years with another brand and 5 years with Primrose.

Education: CDA in Childhood Education and Associates in Accounting.

Favorite Thing About Working with Children: Being apart of their process in learning and growing.

Favorite Children’s Book: The Kissing Hand.

Favorite Holiday: Thanksgiving.

Other Significant Cultural Celebrations in Your Home: N/A.

Favorite Family Tradition: Reading Christmas cards as we receive them at the dinner table.

Languages Spoken in the Home: English.

Pets in the Home (Name and Type of Animal): Lolo (mini pin), Bandit (English Shepard), Bear (Australian Shepard)

In My Personal Time, I Like To:  Sew and Paper crafting .

Hello, my name is Fabiola.

I was born in Santa Barbara, Zulia, Venezuela. I have experience caring for my nephews and also took care of my younger brothers when they were little, which helped me develop patience and a love for working with children. I graduated from high school.

My favorite thing about working with children is that I learn new things from them as much as they learn from me. I love playing with the kids and seeing their laughter—it brightens every day and makes my work so rewarding.

I can’t wait to learn more about you and your family.

Child Care/Teaching Experience: I take care of my nephews; I also took care of my brothers when they were little.

Education: High School.

Favorite Thing About Working with Children: I learn new things, not only do I teach them, but they also teach me. I like to play with the kids and see their laughter.

Favorite Children’s Book: Little Red Riding hood and The Three Little Pigs

Favorite Holiday: Columbia.

Other Significant Cultural Celebrations in Your Home: Christmas and New Years.

Favorite Family Tradition: Reunions of the whole family and make food, deserts, and drinks together.

Languages Spoken in the Home: Spanish.

Pets in the Home (Name and Type of Animal): Dog: N/A.

In My Personal Time, I Like To: Read book.

Hi, my name is Emily.

I was born and raised in Dallas, Texas, and I have two younger siblings who are just a year or two younger than me. I love exploring new places, whether it’s a coffee shop or a scenic walking trail, and I enjoy going to concerts in my free time.

This is my first experience working in childcare, and I am really enjoying it. I love watching children grow, learn, and discover new things every day—it makes every day exciting and rewarding.

I can’t wait to learn more about you and your family.

Child Care/Teaching Experience: First time being in this field and I am enjoying it very much.

Education: High school and some College.

Favorite Thing About Working with Children: Watching them grow and learn!

Favorite Children’s Book: Any Pete the Cat book.

Favorite Holiday: Christmas.

Other Significant Cultural Celebrations in Your Home: Noche Buena: Christmas Eve.

Favorite Family Tradition: Dia de Los Muertos: Day of the Dead.

Languages Spoken in the Home: Spanish and English.

Pets in the Home (Name and Type of Animal): Cat: Mimi

In My Personal Time, I Like To: Find new music to listen too, take myself out to eat, go shopping, go to events.

Hi, my name is Lisabeth.

I was born and raised in Dallas, Texas, and I studied abroad for five years. I have three siblings and am a proud mom to a 2-year-old.

I have two years of experience working with children. I love that my days are filled with adventure and excitement while helping children learn, explore, and grow. Watching them discover new things and reach milestones is what makes my work so rewarding.

I can’t wait to learn more about you and your family.

Child Care/Teaching Experience: 2 years

Education: North Garland High School and nursing school in 2021

Favorite Thing About Working with Children: My days being filled with adventure and seeing them grow

Favorite Children’s Book: A Bad Case of the Stripes

Favorite Holiday: Christmas, Halloween and Valentines Day

Other Significant Cultural Celebrations in Your Home: Dia de los Muertos and Independence Dau

Favorite Family Tradition: Movies nights, camping and cookouts

Languages Spoken in the Home: Spanish and English

Pets in the Home (Name and Type of Animal): Cat- Nina and a puppy named Nino

In My Personal Time, I Like To: Cook, bake, going to the park and spending time with my family