Meet our incredible team!
Wendy Visser
Owner & Executive Director
Kristal Poyzer
Operations Director
Carisa Dabb
Director of Marketing
​& Community Relations
Wendy Visser holds an M.A. in Elementary Education, with endorsements in Unified Early Childhood Programs, Special Education, and Reading.  She will work with the teachers and staff to develop a curriculum that aligns with the vision and mission of De Kinderen Huis.  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.
After working as Childcare Director for PRC Health & Fitness the past five years, Kristal brings her skill sets and passion for children across the street 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 are overseeing the staff and manage the day to day operations.   
Carisa comes to De Kinderen Huis with 5 years of teaching experience in the lower elementary classroom along with extensive managerial and customer relation experiences.  Carisa has a strong desire to work with children and is always very excited to see growth through the developmental stages.  Carisa heads up all marketing and community events for De Kinderen Huis, is the lead teacher in our Busy Bee room and spearheads our Summer Program as well as our Before and After School Program.
Christine Anderson
On-Site Supervisor & Teacher
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.  Christine is also our lead teacher in our Discovers' room.
Victoria Oaks
Lead Teacher
Victoria is a Pella native.  After graduating from William Penn University with a double major in Psychology and Human Services, she was a stay at home mom for four years. For two of those years, she ran a small in home daycare.  Victoria has tremendous love and patience for children.  She believes that children learn and grow though free play, lots of hugs and giggles.  She aspires to one day go back to school for her doctorate to become a Children's Play Therapist. Victoria is the lead teacher in our Bird's Nest Room.
Kendall Smith
Teacher
Kendall was born and raised in Birmingham, Alabama. She is a graduate of Spain Park High School.  She recently moved from Alabama to Oskaloosa, Iowa and is currently pursuing her degree in Early Education. Art is a big part of who she is. During her free time, you will find her drawing, painting or spending time with family and friends.
Kaitlyn Letzring
Teacher
Kaitlyn is an Oskaloosa native and recently graduated from William Penn University with a BA in Kinesiology. She is currently back in school to become a Physical Therapist Assistant at Indian Hills. Aside from working at DKH, Kaitlyn is also a fitness instructor at PRC Health and Fitness.  In her free time, Kaitlyn enjoys watching movies, hanging out with family, and going on adventures with her husband, Titus.
Chloe Griffin
Teacher
Chloe is a high school senior at Pella High School.  She participates in both club and high school soccer.  Chloe will be attending John Brown University next fall where she will be majoring in Psychology.  In her free time, she enjoys hanging out with friends, listening to music, reading, playing sports and spending time with her family. Chloe loves working and playing with children and believes children grow and learn with patience, kindness and laughter. 
Lisa Etcher
Teacher
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.

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A: 405 Truman Road, Pella, Iowa 50219 
​P: 641-629-1424     H: 6:30am - 5:30pm
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