Hi, my name is Tamia.

I was born and raised in Urbana, IL, just a few hours away from Chicago, IL. In 4th grade, I moved to Frisco, TX and spent most of my early youth there. I have 2 siblings, one older brother and a younger sister. I live with my mom, sister and older cousin. My brother has 2 daughters which makes me an auntie. One fun thing families should know about me is that I deeply value creativity and personal growth.

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

Child Care/Teaching Experience: Preschool summer camp assistant teacher and have volunteered at after school programs to tutor.

Education: High School.

Favorite Thing About Working with Children: Watching children discover who they are. Seeing their confidence grow, their curiosity spark, and their personalities shine. It is the most rewarding parts of my work.

Favorite Children’s Book: I enjoy books that encourage imagination, emotional awareness, and self growth.

Favorite Holiday: Thanksgiving.

Other Significant Cultural Celebrations in Your Home: Family centered celebrations that honor togetherness, gratitude and new experiences.

Favorite Family Tradition: Spending intentional quality time together.

Languages Spoken in the Home: English.

Pets in the Home (Name and Type of Animal): Kittens: Ada and Onyx.

In My Personal Time, I Like To: Enjoy books, indulging in creative expression with my family, and I love traveling.

Hi, my name is Maya.

I am Venezuelan and I grew up in a small town where everything was peaceful and tranquil, surrounded by animals. I have a beautiful young daughter who is the driving force of my life. I enjoy working with young children to see how their minds work when they figure it out. Those lightbulb moments are precious. I am excited to meet our families and work with their child to become the best version of themselves.

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

Child Care/Teaching Experience: Almost 6 years as a mom and 8 months at Primrose. I am always grateful for the opportunity

Education: Administration Degree

Favorite Thing About Working with Children: The love you receive from children are vitamins for your life

Favorite Children’s Book: The Ugly Ducklings

Favorite Holiday: I love Christmas holidays

Other Significant Cultural Celebrations in Your Home: Christmas and New Year

Favorite Family Tradition: Welcoming the year with family and share Christmas dinner

Languages Spoken in the Home: Spanish

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

In My Personal Time, I Like To: Create moments and memories with my daughter like taking her for a bike ride or to the park

Hi, my name is Danica.

I was born in Dallas, Texas. My mom is from Crystal City, Texas and my dad is from El Huizache, San Luis Potost, Mexico, which makes me Tejana meaning someone from Texas with Mexican descent. I went to a Catholic elementary and middle school for 10 years. I received my associates degree at 17 years old and I just completed my bachelors with a dream to be of service to future families in need of long term childcare with long hours. I come from a family of go-getters, so my dream is set and I’m ready to do my best and achieve it.

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

Child Care/Teaching Experience: Started as a swimmer camp volunteer, worked at a childcare center, later became a nanny, and then after-school teacher.

Education: Bachelor in Child Development and Family studies.

Favorite Thing About Working with Children: Seeing them learn new things.

Favorite Children’s Book: The Very Hungry Caterpillar, of course!

Favorite Holiday: Halloween.

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

Favorite Family Tradition: We love to hold my late uncle’s tradition of opening Christmas gifts together and after getting dressed up for lunch.

Languages Spoken in the Home: Only English, some Spanish.

Pets in the Home (Name and Type of Animal): Dog: Long haired Chihuahua mix with Jack terrier named Porter.

In My Personal Time, I Like To: Go to concerts, spend time with my besties, and spend time with my boyfriend and dog.

Hi, my name is Anjelica.

I was born and raised in Dallas, TX. I have 2 older sisters, 2 younger brothers, and 1 younger sister. We are a very creative family. I enjoy making art. I am an artist and I am very good at learning to use new medians. I have 1 year of experience from our sister school, Primrose at Prestonwood.

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

Child Care/Teaching Experience: 1 year of experience at Primrose Prestonwood.

Education: High School.

Favorite Thing About Working with Children: Seeing them get excited about learning something new.

Favorite Children’s Book: Click, Clack, Moo Cows that type.

Favorite Holiday: 4th of July.

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

Favorite Family Tradition: Getting a real tree every Christmas.

Languages Spoken in the Home: English.

Pets in the Home (Name and Type of Animal): 2 Cats: Black cat named Sally & Tuxedo Cat named Lucy.

In My Personal Time, I Like To: Draw and read books.

Hello, my name is Samantha.

I was born in Dallas, Texas, and raised in Garland, Texas. I have experience caring for children through occasional babysitting for family and family friends, and I have built a strong connection working with toddlers.

I am a high school graduate and currently attending community college. I enjoy working with children because I love witnessing their creativity and being part of their growth and learning journey. I am passionate about creating a positive, supportive environment where children feel comfortable, confident, and encouraged to explore and learn new things each day.

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

Child Care/Teaching Experience: I have done occasional babysitting for family and family friends. My strongest connection mostly comes from toddlers!

Education: High school and I am attending community college.

Favorite Thing About Working with Children: Witnessing their creativity and growth journey.

Favorite Children’s Book: The Rainbow Fish.

Favorite Holiday: Christmas.

Other Significant Cultural Celebrations in Your Home: Cinco de Mayo and Day of the Dead.

Favorite Family Tradition: Having cookout and camping.

Languages Spoken in the Home: Spanish and English.

Pets in the Home (Name and Type of Animal): Dog: Max, Ruby, and Canelito. & Cat: Rose.

In My Personal Time, I Like To: Read and spend time with my family.

Hi, I am Ms. A.

I’m so excited to be teaching toddlers 2 this year! I have previously taught pre-school and toddlers in New York state. I was born and raised in India and currently live with my husband and 8 year daughter in Dallas. I love caregiving and teaching kids!

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

Child Care/Teaching Experience: 1 year.

Education: Bachelors in Technology.

Favorite Thing About Working with Children: I enjoy working with children because they represent hope and future. It’s a great opportunity to be of service to the community. I love watching children grow up.

Favorite Children’s Book: Curious George collection.

Favorite Holiday: Christmas and Thanksgiving.

Other Significant Cultural Celebrations in Your Home: Diwali.

Favorite Family Tradition: We love to visit nature parks as a family.

Languages Spoken in the Home: English, Marathi, and Hindi.

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

In My Personal Time, I Like To: Read books, cook, hike, and trail walk.