OUR TEAM
Where collaboration and inspiration work together
Amy
Director of Operations
Hello KRK Families,
My name is Amy Garza and I am the Director of Operations at Kids 'R' Kids of Prosper. I have over 14 years of early childcare experience and I started my Kids 'R' Kids journey almost 9
years ago. At the beginning of my KRK journey, I was an assistant teacher and quickly moved into a lead teacher role. I continued to grow within the school and moved into a manager position shortly before the KRK of Prosper location opened. Once the Prosper location opened, I transferred to the Prosper location as the Assistant Director and was promoted to Director in the fall of 2021. During my down time, I enjoy spending time with my family and strolling the aisles of Target .. My husband and I welcomed our first little boy in November 2020 and our second little boy in May 2024. I studied early education in college and hold an AA of Teaching in EC- 6th. I have a passion for working in the early education field and am so excited to lead the KRK Prosper Team!
Madelyne
Assistant Director
Hi! My name is Ms. Madelyne and I was born and raised in North Texas. I have been a teacher at Kids R Kids of Prosper since April 2023 and I enjoy every second that I get to spend with all of your sweet babies. I am happily married to my best friend and husband Christian, and in my spare time I enjoy traveling, camping, and spending time with my family .
Kelsey Hannah
Curriculum Coordinator
Hi I'm Ms. Kelsey. I grew up in Pennsylvania where I got my Bachelor's degree in English. In my free time I like spending my days outside (when it isn't too hot) with my husband, my toddler, and my spoiled dachshunds. Or you can always find me with my nose in a book and a coffee in my hand. I have worked in childcare in various capacities for 7 years and I am so excited to be a part of the Kids R Kids team! I truly love working with kids and helping them learn and grow. I am looking forward to getting to know you and your children this school year!!
Tyana
Lead Teacher
Ms. Tyana was born in McKinney, Texas, and raised in Tacoma, Washington.
I began my childcare journey by babysitting my nieces and nephews, where I discovered that working with children is not just a job for me it is a true
passion. I love being in the presence of children and supporting their growth
and development. Although I do not have children of my own, I am a proud dog mom to a loving Cane Corso named Kobe. I have experience working with children of all ages and bring over 11 years of experience in the childcare field.
I am a fun, creative, and disciplined teacher who believes in creating a
structured and consistent environment filled with love and care. I look forward
to meeting each child and being a positive influence as I help them learn, grow,
and thrive.
Sunitha
Lead Teacher
Dylann (Paris)
Lead Teacher
Hi! My name is Paris, and I have the joy of working with our wonderful two year-olds.
I am passionate about early childhood education and believe that the
toddler years are a powerful time for growth, discovery, and building
independence. Every day, I strive to create a safe, nurturing, and engaging classroom environment where children feel valued, supported, and excited to learn. I also value strong communication with families and believe that partnering
together helps each child thrive. My goal is for every child in my care to feel
loved, encouraged, and proud of who they are as they grow.
Khadijah
Lead Teacher
Hi everyone,
I am passionate about teaching and creating a safe, nurturing, and
engaging learning environment for young children. I am skilled in supporting early childhood development through age-appropriate activities that encourage social, emotional, cognitive, and physical
growth. I have experience building positive relationships with children,
families, and staff while promoting a structured yet playful classroom
atmosphere. When I am not in the classroom, I enjoy spending time cooking with my daughters, playing games, and participating in outdoor activities. It is an
honor to care for your little ones.
Namita
Lead Teacher
Hello, My name is Namita. I am a passionate and dedicated childcare educator with a
strong academic foundation in Zoology and specialized training in early childhood
education. I hold a Montessori certification and am currently completing my CDA
certification, allowing me to blend scientific curiosity with child centered, hands-on learning. My background in zoology has strengthened my understanding of development,
behavior, and the natural world, which I enjoy incorporating into engaging and age appropriate learning experiences. I believe every child is naturally curious and capable, and I am committed to creating a nurturing, safe, and stimulating environment where
children feel confident to explore, learn, and grow. Teaching young children is more than a profession to me it is a passion. I take pride in supporting each child’s social, emotional, and cognitive development while fostering independence, creativity, and a lifelong love for learning.
Anuja Khanche
Teacher
Hi all, my name is Ms. Anuja and I am super excited to be teaching pre-kindergarten this year. we are going to have so much fun getting to know each other and learn together! This is my 4th year of teaching and I love it. One of my goals is to create a classroom community where children feel welcome, safe and excited to learn. I live in McKinney with my family. I am proud to be mom of 12 years old son. I have master's degree in computer science. In my free time I like to do cooking, hiking and listen to music. And I also love to read and work in my garden. I can't wait to begin amazing year and watch your child grow!
Bailey Patterson
Teacher
Hi, my name is Bailey. I joined Kids 'R' Kids of Prosper in June of 2022, and I am the lead teacher of Suite 250. I am a born and raised Texan. Outside of work i love to be outdoors hunting and fishing, and spending time with my fiance and beautiful daughter Paisley who always keeps me busy!
I am excited to be a part of the Kids 'R' Kids family and to be able to teach and watch your kiddos grow! I am looking forward to a great year and can't wait to see what the future holds!
Yarnia
Teacher
Hello! My name is Yarnia Evans and I am an infant lead teacher! I enjoy being with the infants and being able to watch them grow and learn new things each and every day! I am currently a college student at Texas Wesleyan University and majoring in business! I love reading and working out on my free time! I also enjoy doing arts and crafts and learning new things! I am super excited for the start of this fall and can't wait for the journey ahead! I am so happy to be apart of Kids R kids and looking forward to meeting everyone!
Vanessa
Teacher
Hi! My name is Vanessa Hinnebusch and I have been working at Kids R Kids in the infant room for 4 years. I have loved working with children of all ages for 14 years now. I have a son, Beau, who
will be going into Kindergarten this year. I am also married to my husband, Todd, whom I have been with for 5 years. We live in Sherman and have 2 dogs. I look forward to meeting your precious babies and watching them grow all year!
Paula Thompson
Assistant Teacher
Hi my name is Paula and I will be your assistant infant teacher in Suite 100. I have over thirty years of experience in early childhood education, my favorite group is infant and toddlers. I love this age because they develop within the first two the first tow years of life. It brightens my day to get hugs from the little ones and brings joy to my heart to see them learn and grow.
In my free time I enjoy spending time with my husband and son. This year is going to be an amazing year and I am so excited to be a part of Kids 'R' Kids Prosper!
Prathima Cheerla
Assistant Teacher
Hi! I am Ms. Prathima. I am so excited to be assisting prek-3 students this year. This is my second year with Kids 'R' Kids. I live in Frisco with my husband - Konda and my two kids - Saketh and Manvith.
Fariya Shahadat
Assistant Teacher
My name is Fariya Shahadat. I am a caring and dedicated Pre-K teacher. I am passionate about supporting young children’s growth and development. I enjoy creating a safe, nurturing, and engaging classroom where children can learn through play, exploration, and positive guidance. I focus on building strong relationships with children and families while helping students develop early academic, social, and emotional skills. I believe every child learns at their own pace, and I strive to encourage confidence, curiosity, and a love for learning.
Nancy
Assistant Teacher
Hi! My name is Nancy Jaiswal, and I’m an Assistant Teacher in
Suite 150. I have two years of prior childcare experience, and I truly love
working with this age group. It’s such a special and exciting milestone to watch children grow from babies to taking their first steps and saying their first words. Being a part of those moments is
my favorite part of what I do. In my free time, I enjoy watching movies, going out to eat, and watching soccer and hockey games.
Madelyn
Floater Teacher
Hello my name is Madelyn. I'm from Madisonville, Louisiana, and
have a heart for serving others—especially children. With over four
years of experience in child care, I’ve had the opportunity to support young learners in both professional and faith-based settings. Currently, I continue this work by serving at my local church, where I’m passionate about helping kids grow in confidence and character. Outside of work, I love playing volleyball and curling up with a good book. Whether on the court, in the classroom, or at church, I strive to lead with joy, patience, and purpose.
Abigail
Floater Teacher
My name is Abigail Fugina. I graduated from the University of Arkansas and
moved back to Frisco, Texas, in August. Some things I enjoy doing in my
free time are hanging out with friends and family, working out, trying new
things, skiing, going to the lake and the beach, and spreading kindness to
others. I love animals and raised pigs for FFA in high school, and I also worked for
a veterinarian. I have worked with children since I was 15 years old. I love seeing the difference I can make in a child’s life and the smiles I can bring. I’m excited to be part of such a wonderful school at Kids ‘R’ Kids. I have worked in a school setting for over a year, and I love it. I take pride in understanding each student’s needs and uniqueness and making a difference every day.
Imelda
Chef
Hello my name is Imelda. I have been in the food service industry for over 35 years. I recently retired from Plano ISD where I was the cafeteria manager for 25 years. I enjoy prepping and serving nutritious and delicious meals. I am so excited to be working with your children and being able to offer them a hot and nutritious meals daily.