Staff

Emily S.

Co-Director

I have worked for Kids Inc for the last 15+ years. Since 2019, I have taken the position of Co-Director. My family includes my husband and our 3 children. We love spending time together and going on new adventures! In my free time I enjoy spending time with my family and being outdoors!


I love kids because they are imaginative and full of energy. I love all the “love” given by them! My favorite activities to do with the kids are play games, snuggle, coloring, and reading books.

Heidi B.

Co-Director

I have worked at Kids Inc on and off since April 2008, in 2019 I took the position of Co-Director. Before this, I worked in Hutchinson at Park Elem. and Cokato Elem. as a substitute. I have my Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education K-6. My family includes my Husband Seth and I, we also have 1 dog named Ruby. My hobbies are hiking, fishing and skiing. I love being outdoors! In my free time I like being with my family, camping, being on the lake, and bonfires with friends. 


My favorite activities to do with the kids here at Kids Inc are playing card games and board games. I love kids because of their enthusiasm and excitement. I love hearing their imagination!

Rhonda S.

Preschool Class Teacher & Summer School Age Teacher

I have 4 children and 7 grandchildren. I also have 1 cat! I have over 35 years of experience working with children in addition to my BS in Education. I have worked at Kids Inc since 2001. I love to work on crafts in my free time, along with reading and going camping!


I love kids because they are all unique and little sponges ready to absorb everything! My favorite activity to do with the kids at Kids Inc is play games with them.






Kate S.

Teacher

My name is: Kate. I recently moved to Hutchinson with my 15yr old daughter and 18yr old son. I have 3 dogs and 2 cats, and a tortoise. I love country music and horses. I’m excited to get to know your child(ren)!


Tynisa L

Preschool Daycare Teacher

Hello! I am Tynisa. In my free time I like to color, hangout with friends, and watch TV. I enjoy working with kids and I’m excited to help the kids here. I live in Litchfield with my family and dog Jax.











Lyndsey H

Aide

Hello! I have 2 cats. I’m married and have 1 child. I enjoy crocheting and watching movies. Some of my favorite things are the color purple, Christmas, and the store JoAnn's.


Wendy B.

Preschool Aide

I have a cat named Matilda. I love all kinds of art, especially music. I love going to concerts and hanging out with my friends. When I am not working, I also like to read and listen to music or podcasts.











Kalley L.

Lead Toddler Teacher

Hello, I have been working at Kids Inc since 2017. My fiancé and I live in Atwater, MN.

We are expecting our first child. Some of my hobbies include traveling (Florida of course), reading, and hanging out with friends and family. I love being the toddler teacher and enjoy helping the toddlers grow and making a difference in their lives. I love working with kids because they brighten up my day and are always funny—no matter what they are doing! My favorite activities to do with the kids here are playing outside with them and reading books.

Jonah D.

Aide Toddler Classroom

Hey guys, I’m Jonah! I am currently a teachers aide. Some of my hobbies include playing drums and guitar and pretty much anything music related. I have 2 cats. My favorite car is a 2016 Subaru WRX.

Laya A.

Aide

Hello! I am in volleyball and gymnastics. I am currently a Junior in High school. I live in Dassel, MN and have 7 siblings.


Mindy H.

Lead Infant Teacher

My husband and I share seven kids! They are 16 years old all the way down to a baby. My teenagers play volleyball almost all year long! Most of our free time is spent in a gym watching them. We also spend a lot of time at the lake in Okoboji, IA.


Jaimie E.

Infant Experience Aide

I have worked at Kids Inc since Nov. 2017. I enjoy being with the Infants watching them grow and explore. Outside of work I enjoy spending time with my husband and our dogs. 

Jacey S

Infant Aide

Hello! I just recently graduated high school 2024 and will be attending MNSU majoring in Social Work. On top of school, I have also been in dance for 14 years and been teaching dance for about 5 years. I enjoy art, going outside, and reading.


Taelyn P.

 Aide

Hello! My name is Taelyn and in my free time I like to be with my friends, family, and dogs! My favorite activity is coloring and being outside! After high school I will be attending PCI for cosmetology school. I currently attend Hutchinson High school. 

Krista T

Closing Teacher

Hello! I live in Dassel, MN. I recently graduated high school in June of 2024 from Dassel-Cokato high school. I have 3 brothers and 2 sisters. I am currently working towards obtaining my Early Childhood Education Degree at Ridgewater.  I played 3 sports in high school; volleyball, hockey, and golf. My Favorite times of year are fall and Christmas.

Tylee P.

Sub. Asst. Teacher

  • I love to hang out with my family and my dogs!
  • In my free time I enjoy reading, painting and baking!
  • My favorite activity to do with kids is reading books and doing puzzles!

Jordan L

Substitute Teacher

Hello! I’m excited to get to hang out with you all in the afternoons! I have spent 12 years in ECE Centers as Assistant, Lead, & Director positions. I live by Biscay on a farm w/my husband & cats and our new baby girl. We like to go camping, spend time w/family & anything that involves an adventure! My Education is in AAS in Child Devel. & Admin.. BS in Youth & Family Studies, and MS in Human Services.

Abby H.

Sub. Asst. Teacher

I grew up here in Hutchinson. I used to play soccer, hockey, and lacrosse in high school. I have 1 older sister and 1 little brother. I also have a dog named Bo. I have been working with kids for almost 6 years and I have lots of fun doing it. I enjoy watching kids learn new things.


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