Our Staff
Meet Our Team
The Founders of ABChildcare!
Meet The Owners!
We are Larry and Angela Brown; Larry is a retired drywall contractor business owner and has loved to cook healthy meals for your little ones for the past 10 years. Angela started AB Childcare because of her love for children and concern for their wellbeing for the last 25 years here in Idaho. We are originally from Mesa, Arizona. Watching your children reach milestones and growth is a joy every day. Angie loves learning new ways to help your children be their best selves by continuing her education in early childhood development.


Assistant Director
Alisa
Hi, my name is Alisa! I’m originally from Illinois but I’ve lived in Rexburg for the last 12 years. Besides all the kiddos that I teach here, I have two of my own. I’ve worked at AB Childcare since Spring 2023 and have loved getting to know the children here! My favorite thing about working here are the arts and crafts projects we do in class.

Lead Toddler A teacher
Amellia
Hi, I’m Amellia! My favorite things to do in my free time are paint, crochet, and spend time with my husband. My favorite things about working here are getting to spend time with the children, getting to know their personalities, and tapping into my imagination while playing with the kids every day.

Lead Toddler B Teacher
Annie
Hello, my name is Annie! I started working at AB Childcare in January 2023. I love listening to music, baking, and making candles. I grew up in Salem, Oregon and now live in Rexburg with my husband. We were married in August of 2023 and now have a beautiful baby girl. I am studying Early Childhood Education at BYU-I because I love learning about how children learn and how best to help and teach them! I love that at this job I get to watch children grow and learn and play a part in helping that happen.

Toddler B teacher
Brooke
My name is Brooke. I am from Calgary, Alberta, Canada. I am a student at BYUI studying marriage and family science. I have always had a passion for working with children. I love the opportunity to be part of their growth, and providing a safe and nurturing environment for them is incredibly rewarding.

Preschool B teacher
Emma
My name is Emma. I grew up in a small town in Idaho and moved up to Rexburg for college. I studied animal science but I also took many child development classes. I am married and decided to take a break from school when we found out I was pregnant. Now we have a beautiful little boy. I love hanging out with your kids and watching them learn and grow!

Lead Preschool A Teacher
Gabby
My name is Gabby. I am the mother of three boys and a girl. I worked at AB Childcare for many years, took some time off to see my children grow up, and now I am back doing what I love – being surrounded by children and cooking. I really like dancing, being cheerful, and having fun.

Infant Teacher
Maloree
Hi, I’m Maloree and I’m from Barnwell, Alberta! I am studying nursing at BYUI and my dream would be to work in a Children’s Hospital after I graduate. I adore little kids so working at ABChildcare is the most fun job I’ve ever had. I love connecting with the daycare students and being with them is always some of the best moments of my week. I work primarily with the infants which means I get the best baby snuggles. But I also love getting to know all the other kids here!

Lead Infant Teacher
Megan
My name is Megan and I am from Maine. I recently graduated from BYUI with a degree in exercise physiology. I have a baby boy and love being a mother. I love working here and getting to see the smiles on all the kid’s faces.

Assistant Teacher
Rae
Hi, my name is Rae. I am finishing up my degree as a Social Worker here at BYU-I. I recently got married, and l’m loving all of life’s new adventures with my husband. I am really enjoying working here and getting to know all the children. It makes me happy to be able to take the skills I have learned in school and put them into practice. I believe this job will help me to be a better mother one day in the future. Thank you for letting me take care of your children!

Preschool A teacher
Tenisha
My name is Tenisha. I was born and raised in Idaho Falls, and now live in Rexburg. I’ve been married to my wonderful husband, Sammy, going on 7 years. I have 3 beautiful boys. In my free time I serve in my local church and help raise money for our international missionaries. I love working here at AB Childcare knowing that I can be a part of the children’s life, while parents are away providing for them in the world. My desire is to teach children the fruits of the spirit through example and that starts with us.

Toddler A Teacher
Vivian
Hi! My name is Vivian Winkelman and I am a junior at BYU-I majoring in communications with an emphasis in social media and design. I was a competition dancer most of my life but now fill my time with animals and children! I have a pet bunny who lives with me here in Idaho and I have three other animals I have to keep back home in Utah. I have a passion for learning and find so much joy in working with your children!