Meet Our Staff

Name

Director

Name

Owner

Name

Founder

Tami T.

Owner

Tami purchased The Kids Connection in May of 2007. Prior to that she owned and operated a property management company from her home while raising her 3 children. Tami has always loved children and has a passion for education so when the opportunity to purchase a preschool became available, it seemed like a natural fit. Since taking over The Kids Connection she has reduced staff turnover, added many upgrades, and increased customer satisfaction.
- Bachelors Degree, Human Development and Family Studies
- National Administrators Credential Instructor
- Career Ladder for Early Childhood Professionals Instructor
- Career Ladder for Early Childhood Professionals: Level 10
- Infant/Toddler Endorsement
- Directors Endorsement
- CPR/First Aid Certified
- Utah Private Childcare Association Board Member

Becca S.

Director

Becca has been with our center since march of 2003. She and her husband are state licensed foster parents. Becca is committed to keeping her skills up to date and attends classes offered by the state based on a variety of areas dealing with children ages birth to 18 years old. Her love of children and dedication to our center makes her a favorite among parents, children and staff.
- National Administrators Credential Recipient
- Career Ladder for Early Childhood
Professionals: Level 7
- CPR/First Aid/AED Certified Trainer
- Food Handlers Permit
- Licensed Foster Parent

Jenn T.

Assistant Director

Jenn has been with our center since February of 2014. She has worked in two other early childhood programs, where she has gained experience with children of all ages.
- National Administrators Credential Recipient
- Career Ladder for Early Childhood -
Professionals: Level 3
- CPR/First Aid Certified
- Food Handlers Permit.

Emily W.

Administrative Assistant

Emily started at the center in June of 2018. She enjoys working with our toddler age groups, helping them explore and learn from their everyday surroundings. When she is not at the center, she enjoys spending time with her dog Chloe!
- National Administrators Credential Recipient
- CPR/First Aid Certified

Brett S.

Head Chef

Brett has been at The Kids Connection since June of 2021. He is responsible for making our delicious and nutritious meals daily for all of our hungry kiddos. Brett is currently enrolled at UVU pursuing a degree in Physics.
- Food Handlers Permit

Tami T.

Owner

Becca S.

Director

Jenn T.

Assistant Director

Emily W.

Administrative Assistant

Brett S.

Head Chef

Our Caregivers

Cheryl H.

Caregiver since:
January 2011

Playful Pups (2 & 3 years)

Cheryl has been on staff at The Kids Connection since January 2011. She has worked in early childhood programs in Utah County for over 20 years and enjoys creating fun learning activities and crafts for her class. She says spending her days with children keeps her young! Cheryl is a mother of 3 and grandmother to 1. In her spare time she enjoys making treats for her family and friends.
- Career Ladder for Early Childhood
- Professionals: Level 1
- CPR/First Aid Certified
- Food Handlers Permit

Lisa C.

Caregiver since:
May 2016

Thunderbirds (4 & 5 years)

Lisa began at The Kids Connection in May of 2016. Prior to that she worked at the center from 2004-2006, leaving to have a baby but continuing to teach preschool from her home. Since coming back she has continued to work with our 4 and 5 year old children, preparing them for kindergarten. She studied Elementary Education at Idaho State University. She has been married for 26 years and has 2 children. In her spare time, Lisa loves reading, doing needlework, and spending time with her family.
- Career Ladder for Early Childhood Professionals: Level 4
- Preschool Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential
- CPR/First Aid Certified
- Food Handlers Permit