Meet the Team

  • Brenda

    Infant Teacher
    30+ years at Sunrise

    "I have many nieces + nephews and have always, absolutely loved to be with children!"

    I am a mother of one, have been married for over 33 years and enjoy being with my family + friends very much!! I love warm weather and relaxing at home

  • Diane

    Infant Teacher
    15+ years at Sunrise

    "I've always enjoyed working with children"

    I sew, quilt, and enjoy seeing my grandchildren in their sporting events.

  • Betty

    Infant Teacher
    2+ years at Sunrise

    "I love babies - I had 2 of my own and they are all grown up. I miss the hugs."

    I cross stitch baby blankets for the past 23 years. I love playing games with my family.

  • Delilah

    Infant Teacher
    6+ months at Sunrise

    "We need to hold babies and infants. I miss having little people in my life. I forgot how fast infants grow and their beautiful characters and abilities shine bright!"

    I retired from being a flight attendant after 35 years. I love to travel. I have two adult children and three teenage grandkids.

  • Sam

    Waddler Teacher
    18+ years at Sunrise

    "I had always wanted to be a teacher, however after working here after school while in high school I decided to stay in early childhood education instead of elementary like I had planned"

    Outside of work I love to hang out with my niece. I also love to travel.

  • Nita

    Toddler Teacher
    30+ years in Sunrise

    "I started out working at a program called Mom's Morning Out at a church and ended up working her at Sunrise for over 30 years."

    I am married, have 3 daughters, and 6 grandchildren. I enjoy going to art fairs and going to all the sports + musical activities my grandkids are in.

  • Michelle

    Preschool Teacher
    12+ years at Sunrise

    "My love for children keeps me in early childhood education - to see their faces light up when they learn something new."

    I enjoy being with my family. I have been married to my wonderful husband for 11 years. I have 3 amazing children. I have 6 grandchildren and 1 on the way. We have a playroom at our house for our grandchildren to play - our yard is full of toys for them. I love helping people - I try to remember everyone's birthday.

  • Torra

    Preschool Teacher
    9+ years at Sunrise

    "Being an enthusiastic person, I love the kids' energy. We have fun learning together. I love helping them prepare for Kindergarten - helping them have the skills for the future."

    Outside of work, I spend my free time cooking and hanging out with family and friends.

  • Mike Ettesvold

    Preschool Teacher
    5+ years at Sunrise

    "As someone who wants to be a father someday, this job gave me the opportunity to learn new skills about parenting so I can be the best dad possible."

    I enjoy hanging out with my friends, watching movies, and I am a bacon enthusiast.

  • Ashley

    Kitchen Cook
    7+ years at Sunrise

    "I enjoy seeing the kids grow into amazing little human beings."

    I'm a cat mom of a wonderful rescue cat. I enjoy traveling the world with my boyfriend and seeing concerts together. I love going to the movies, hanging out at home with friends, and being adventurous when I can.

  • April

    Director

  • Liya

    Director
    21+ years at Sunrise

    "I always knew I wanted to work with children. God led me to this Christian Center. I feel He wanted me to help build that foundation for children to have a loving relationship with Jesus."

    I am married, have a teenage son, and two cavaliers that are my other children. I enjoy family time, watching my kid play sports, reading, and relaxing with my fur babies.