Meet our team!
Wendy Visser
Owner & Director
Nicole Fox
Executive Director
Kristal Poyzer
Christine Anderson
Administrative Director
On-Site Supervisor
Wendy holds an M.A. in Elementary Education, with endorsements in Unified Early Childhood Programs, Special Education, and Reading. She works full time as a kindergarten teacher at Lincoln Elementary. As an early childhood teacher and mom, Wendy will work to make sure that the facility and staff are equipped to create a safe and fun environment for each and every child. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her family and friends and staying active.
Nicole has had a passion for working with children her whole life. After spending 10 years as a public school teacher, she began her career as a director here at De Kinderen Huis in June of 2020. She has a Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education and a Master’s degree in Educational Administration. She loves working with children of all ages and finds enjoyment in helping others find success. Outside of DKH, Nicole enjoys spending time with her fiance and their four children. She loves traveling and going on spontaneous adventures. When she's not at work or traveling, Nicole enjoys spending time outside, listening to her favorite true crime podcasts, or playing board games. 
After working as Childcare Director for PRC Health & Fitness the past five years, Kristal brings her skill sets and passion for children to De Kinderen Huis. Prior to her work at PRC, Kristal spent 4 years as an Assistant Director at Discovery Daycare in Pocahontas, IA. Kristal's daily responsibilities include maintaining state licensure requirements, updating staff & child files, completing enrollment forms and sending out billing information.
Christine has been working with children of all ages in the childcare industry and her local church for the past 10 years.  Her experience, love of children, and dedication to the philosophy of De Kinderen Huis are exactly what we look for in our employees.  In her free time, Christine enjoys spending time with family and taking care of her nieces and nephews.  
Gina Rockwell
Gina is a married mother of 3 and a dog momma! She grew up in the big city of Des Moines and moved around a lot in her younger years just trying to find herself. It was when Gina met her husband and later moved to Lovilia that she realized small town living was just for her. Gina's children are ages 19, 17 and 6 giving her a few years of experience with kids. In joining the team here at De Kinderen Huis, Gina will be bringing positive vibes and a lot of fun everyday to feed the young minds of the children. Outside of work, Gina loves the outdoors, crafts, camping, everything Halloween, and hanging out with family and friends.
Lisa Etcher
Lisa grew up and worked on her family farm in Lovila, Iowa her entire life. She has seven years of childcare experience working with her thirteen nieces and nephews. She loves to help children have fun while learning and exploring new things. While not working, you will find Lisa playing slow pitch softball, game nights with family and friends and volunteering at her church.
Bailey Ford
Coming soon!
Kayla Followill
Coming soon!​
Brittany Van Donselaar
Brittany is from a big family of nine children; two older siblings and six younger. While growing up in a home schooled family, she enjoyed helping her younger siblings with school. She loves spending time with her brothers and sisters, doing crafts, and playing games. Her hobbies include baking with her mom for farmer's market, spending time with her friends, training dogs, as well as training and riding her horses.
Kendall Smith
Kendall was born and raised in Hoover, Alabama and is a graduate of Spain Park High School.  Kendall moved from Alabama to Oskaloosa in September of 2018. Kendall brings with her many years of child care experience, a passion for helping children learn and grow. She loves spending time with her family and friends, going on adventures, and being creative! 
Moriah Stewart
Moriah comes to De Kinderen Huis with experience with working with children at churches she'd previously attended. She has  always loved babysitting and has had a passion for working with children. Moriah enjoys reading to the kids, learning their favorite things to do and coloring. Some of Moriah's hobbies are photography and crafting. She even has her own company for these hobbies. In her free time, Moriah enjoys taking pictures, being with family & friends and playing outside with her dog.
Callie Anderson
Coming soon!
Emma Long
Coming soon!
Sidnie Van Vark
Sidnie is currently attending Central College for Education and Exercise Science. She loves to spend time with her family and friends as well as multiple play sports.
Ava Kane
Ava attends Pella High School and is a Junior this year. She is involved in the Student Athletic Training Program to the sports teams at Pella. Ava enjoys spending time with her friends and family. She also likes to travel and find places for adventure.
Wesley Page
Wesley is from Waukee, Iowa. He moved to Pella three years ago with his family. Wesley attends Pella High School where he will be a Junior this year. He plays basketball and golf. In his free time, Wesley loves to go to the lake and hangout with friends.
Sophia Geetings
Sophia is a sophomore at Pella High School and participates in FFA. She enjoys spending time with her cats and her dog. Sophia loves playing with children as well. 
Lisa Phiv
Lisa is a Pella native and loves her community. She is a mother of two beautiful children. In her spare time, Lisa loves being active outdoors. She also loves shopping, trying new restaurants, and hanging out with her family and friends. Children are Lisa's passion. She loves reading to them and seeing their smiling faces. 

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