Teachers & Staff
Karishma Gosai
Hi Primrose KU Families!
My name is Karishma Gosai, and I am one of the proud owners of The Primrose School at KU Medical Center. I recently moved to Kansas City with my husband and am truly thrilled to be part of the Primrose KU community and to serve families here. With over 15 years of experience in education, including seven years as a special education teacher, I bring a deep commitment to creating meaningful learning opportunities for children of all backgrounds and abilities.
I strongly believe that high-quality early childhood education lays the foundation for a child’s lifelong success. It is my passion to provide a nurturing environment where children feel safe, supported, and excited to learn. At Primrose KU, I am dedicated to partnering with families and teachers to ensure that every child thrives academically, socially, and emotionally. I am looking forward to getting to know each and every one of you and your child/children!
-Karishma
Ms. Melisa J.
Hello Primrose KU Families!
My name is Melisa, and I am honored to serve as the Director here at Primrose. I have been in the field of early childhood education for over 30 years, and for the past 10 years, I have had the privilege of being part of the Primrose family. Throughout my career, I have remained passionate about creating meaningful learning experiences that allow children to thrive, explore, and grow into their fullest potential. Watching children discover new skills and develop confidence brings me joy each and every day. I am so happy to be serving and being a part of the Primrose KU family.
I also believe that a strong school community begins with trust and connection. One of my greatest priorities is fostering a safe, welcoming space where parents, children, and staff members feel supported and valued. I take pride in building strong partnerships with families and guiding teachers as they provide nurturing, high-quality care. It is my mission to ensure that every child in our school feels loved, respected, and encouraged on their unique learning journey.
Ms. Mayra
Ms. Courtney G.
Hello!
My name is Courtney, and I am proud to serve as the Administrative Assistant at The Primrose School at KU Medical Center. As a Kansas City, Kansas native now living in KCMO, I bring with me over a decade of experience in early education and childcare, along with more than 15 years as a dance and theatre educator. In my role here at Primrose, I guide prospective and current families through the registration and enrollment process, helping to ensure that every family feels welcomed and supported. I also have the joy of planning and coordinating school events and fundraisers, including beloved traditions like Trunk or Treat and Spring Fling, which bring our community together in fun and meaningful ways.
My journey in education has always been rooted in a love for both the arts and child development. Over the years, I’ve had the privilege of working as a nanny, camp counselor, center supervisor, and teaching artist. I continue to share my passion for the arts by teaching movement, theatre, and arts integration programs across Kansas City, including at Starlight Theatre and The Coterie Theatre. I deeply believe in the power of the arts to enhance literacy, critical thinking, problem-solving, social-emotional growth, physical health, attendance, test scores, and teamwork in students. Inspired by my mother, Mrs. Jobe—who has served in educational and administrative roles for over 40 years—I often say my life has felt like an extended work-study in education.
Outside of Primrose, I am currently studying for my certification in birth and postpartum care while continuing to perform professionally in theatre and working as a group fitness and yoga instructor. It brings me great joy to share my diverse experiences and energy with the Primrose KU community, and it is truly a privilege to support our students, families, teachers, leadership team—and, of course, my mother.
Ms. Dana
I’m Ms. Dana and I wanted to tell you a little bit about myself.
Child Care/Teaching Experience: 32 years
Education: CDA for infants & preschool; currently in school for Associates
Favorite Thing About Working with Children: Watching them grow and learn
Favorite Children’s Book: Good Night Mom
Favorite Holiday: Christmas & Valentines
Other Significant Cultural Celebrations in Your Home: My Birthday!
Favorite Family Tradition: Matching Pajamas during Christmas!
Languages Spoken in the Home: English
Pets in the Home: Two Dogs – Jazzy & Lucy
In My Personal Time, I Like To: Cook, Shop & Decorate
Ms. Lally
I’m Ms. Lally and I wanted to tell you a little bit about myself.
Child Care/Teaching Experience: 2 years
Favorite Thing About Working with Children: Watching
them hit their milestones!
Favorite Children’s Book: The Very Hungry Caterpillar
Favorite Holiday: Christmas
Languages Spoken in the Home: Spanish
In My Personal Time, I Like To: hangout with my son and
watch movies
Ms. Emma
I’m Ms. Emma and I wanted to tell you a little bit about myself.
Child Care/Teaching Experience: 30+ years
Favorite Thing About Working with Children: Seeing them
Grow everyday!
Favorite Children’s Book: Green Eggs & Ham
Favorite Holiday: My Birthday!
Other Significant Cultural Celebrations in Your Home: ME
Day!
Favorite Family Tradition: Yearly reunions
Languages Spoken in the Home: English
In My Personal Time, I Like To: play bingo
Ms. Shaniah
I’m Ms. Shaniah and I wanted to tell you a little bit about myself.
Child Care/Teaching Experience: 10 + years
Education: Masters
Favorite Thing About Working with Children: learning from them
Favorite Children’s Book: Chicka-Chicka boom boom
Favorite Holiday: Thanksgiving
Other Significant Cultural Celebrations in Your Home:
Sunday Dinner
Favorite Family Tradition: Chili nights on Halloween
Languages Spoken in the Home: English
In My Personal Time, I Like To: go to the gym, compete &
travel
Ms. Keke
I’m Ms. Keke and I wanted to tell you a bit about myself.
Child Care/Teaching Experience: 4 years
Education: Currently enrolled in college
Favorite Thing About Working with Children: Implementing curriculum & having a routine
Favorite Children’s Book: Brown Bear
Favorite Holiday: Christmas & Halloween
Languages Spoken in the Home: English
Pets in the Home: One cat – Dream
In My Personal Time, I Like To: dance and do nails
Ms. Neidi
I’m Ms. Neidi and I wanted to tell you a bit about myself.
Child Care/Teaching Experience: 2 years
Favorite Thing About Working with Children: As I’ve grown as a teacher, I want to say my favorite thing about my job is the love and joy the kids bring. No matter how hard my is, they make it better and I wouldn’t trade what I do for anything!
Favorite Children’s Book: Brown Bear
Favorite Holiday: Valentines Day & Christmas
Languages Spoken in the Home: Spanish
Pets in the Home: One bird – Aya
In My Personal Time, I Like To: Go to the gym, read, go on
walks and spend time with my friends
Ms. Asiana
I’m Ms. Asiana and I wanted to tell you a bit about myself.
Child Care/Teaching Experience: 1 year
Education: Currently enrolled at KCKCC
Favorite Thing About Working with Children: spending time
and teaching the children
Favorite Children’s Book: Charlottes Web
Favorite Holiday: Halloween
Languages Spoken in the Home: English & Hmong
Pets in the Home: Three dogs – Frost, Khaos & Gremlin
In My Personal Time, I Like To: spend time with my family
and play games
Mrs. Gabby
I’m Mrs. Gabby and I wanted to tell you a bit about myself.
Child Care/Teaching Experience: 5 years
Education: In progress – BA in Communication & Sciences
Disorders
Favorite Thing About Working with Children: Watching
them grow and blossom into bright leaders!
Favorite Children’s Book: Dr. Seuss
Favorite Holiday: Christmas
In My Personal Time, I Like To: relax, try new food spots, go
shopping and spend time with my husband
Ms. Lucy
I’m Ms. Lucy and I wanted to tell you a bit about myself.
Child Care/Teaching Experience: 6 years
Education: CDA, working on Bachelors degree
Favorite Thing About Working with Children: Their excitement at learning
Favorite Children’s Book: The Lorax
Favorite Holiday: Christmas
Other Significant Cultural Celebrations in Your Home: Juneteenth
Favorite Family Tradition: Looking at Christmas lights on the 24th
Languages Spoken in the Home: English
Pets in the Home: Two chihuahua’s – Star & China
In My Personal Time, I Like To: watch movies, read, watch basketball and spend time with my family
Ms. Miracle
I’m Ms. Miracle and I wanted to tell you a bit about myself.
Child Care/Teaching Experience: 7 years in childcare/4
years teaching
Education: University of Central Missouri
Favorite Thing About Working with Children: Seeing them
light up when they learn
Favorite Children’s Book: Junie B. Jones
Favorite Holiday: Halloween
Languages Spoken in the Home: English
Pets in the Home: Two Dogs – Coco & Prissy
In My Personal Time, I Like To: read, write short
stories/poetry, make herbal remedies
Ms. Nikki
I’m Nikki and I wanted to tell you a little bit about myself.
Child Care/Teaching Experience: 5 years
Education: MCC for Associates Degree in Early Education
Favorite Thing About Working with Children: The bonds that I form not only with the children but the families as well. I love and adore knowing I am a childs safe space away from home!
Favorite Children’s Book: Anything Pete the Cat
Favorite Holiday: Halloween
Favorite Family Tradition: Summer time at our lake house in the Ozarks
Pets in the Home: Three cats – Randall, Muri & Stewie
In My Personal Time, I Like To: I absolutely love reading and have a little library in my apartment. I also enjoy spending time out on the town my girlfriends and trying out new restaurants.
Ms. V
I’m Valerie and I wanted to tell you a little bit about myself.
Child Care/Teaching Experience: 16 years
Education: Associates in Early Childhood Education
Favorite Thing About Working with Children: Watching
them become independent and become problem solving
individuals
Favorite Children’s Book: The Living Tree by Shel
Silverstein
Languages Spoken in the Home: English & Spanish
Pets in the Home: One cat: Kit-Kat
In My Personal Time, I Like To: Do puzzles, diamond art &
swimming
Ms. Sharone
I’m Sharone and I wanted to tell you a little bit about myself.
Child Care/Teaching Experience: 25 years
Favorite Thing About Working with Children: I love working
with children because it is like nurturing your own garden,
watching a seed you planted grow into something strong &
independent.
Favorite Children’s Book: SkippyJon Jones & Lost in Spice
#4
Favorite Holiday: Thanksgiving
Languages Spoken in the Home: English
In My Personal Time, I Like To: Set up parties & make treats
Ms. Paige
I’m Paige and I wanted to tell you a little bit about myself.
Child Care/Teaching Experience: 4 years
Education: BA in Psychology
Favorite Thing About Working with Children: Seeing them
learn new things and their personalities grow
Favorite Children’s Book: Going on a Bear Hunt
Favorite Holiday: Halloween & Christmas
Favorite Family Tradition: Homemade egg muffins on Christmas with my family
Languages Spoken in the Home: English
In My Personal Time, I Like: spending time with my friend &
family, going shopping, go out to eat, exploring and doing
my skin care
Franchise Owners
The Gosai Family
Hello! I’m Karishma Gosai, proud Franchise Owner of the Primrose School at KU Medical Center. My husband, Rooshil, and I moved to Kansas City from Southern California earlier this year, and we’ve absolutely fallen in love with the community here.
With over 15 years of experience in education—primarily as a Special Education teacher—I’ve had the privilege of working with both elementary and middle school students. I hold a K–6 elementary teaching credential, a K–12 special education credential, and a Master’s degree in Special Education. Education has always been my passion, and I’m deeply committed to creating a nurturing and enriching environment for young learners.
On weekends, Rooshil and I love exploring Kansas City together—trying out new coffee shops and restaurants, playing pickleball, and cheering on our favorite football teams. We’ve really enjoyed immersing ourselves in the local football culture and connecting with others who share that same energy and excitement.
I truly believe that early childhood education lays the foundation for lifelong learning. At Primrose, we focus on nurturing the whole child—supporting their cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development through a balanced approach that blends purposeful play with meaningful learning experiences.
One of the most rewarding parts of my role is building strong, lasting relationships with our Primrose families. I genuinely enjoy getting to know each family, creating a sense of trust and connection, and being a part of their child’s growth and development. It’s an honor to walk alongside you in this journey.
The Gosai Family
Hello! I’m Karishma Gosai, proud Franchise Owner of the Primrose School at KU Medical Center. My husband, Rooshil, and I moved to Kansas City from Southern California earlier this year, and we’ve absolutely fallen in love with the community here.
With over 15 years of experience in education—primarily as a Special Education teacher—I’ve had the privilege of working with both elementary and middle school students. I hold a K–6 elementary teaching credential, a K–12 special education credential, and a Master’s degree in Special Education. Education has always been my passion, and I’m deeply committed to creating a nurturing and enriching environment for young learners.
On weekends, Rooshil and I love exploring Kansas City together—trying out new coffee shops and restaurants, playing pickleball, and cheering on our favorite football teams. We’ve really enjoyed immersing ourselves in the local football culture and connecting with others who share that same energy and excitement.
I truly believe that early childhood education lays the foundation for lifelong learning. At Primrose, we focus on nurturing the whole child—supporting their cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development through a balanced approach that blends purposeful play with meaningful learning experiences.
One of the most rewarding parts of my role is building strong, lasting relationships with our Primrose families. I genuinely enjoy getting to know each family, creating a sense of trust and connection, and being a part of their child’s growth and development. It’s an honor to walk alongside you in this journey.
