Meet Our Team
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Childcare Team
Childcare Leadership
Melinda Neuenfeldt
I have been blessed to serve in the field of early childhood education since 2008. Throughout my career, God has opened countless doors for me to serve His children, equipping me through each experience along the way. My calling to this work has been shaped by years of hands-on teaching, leadership roles, and continued learning.
Before joining Trinity’s Early Learning Center in 2019, I spent over a decade teaching in early childhood programs, focusing on Kindergarten readiness and early learning through play, exploration, and nature-based experiences. I also have a strong background in Spanish and enjoy incorporating language and sign language into the classroom setting.
In addition to my classroom experience, I have served on advisory teams and have been part of NAEYC accreditation processes. I am proud to have led programs that have earned a Parent Aware 5-star rating, reflecting my commitment to high-quality early childhood education.
I graduated from Concordia University, Saint Paul, MN in 2008 with a degree in Health and Physical Education and a minor in Lutheran Doctrine. Today, I am grateful to serve as Director of Trinity’s Early Learning Center, where I am passionate about nurturing young learners and walking alongside families in these important early years.
Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my husband, Scott, and our three boys; Levi, Felix, and Peter. We love dance parties, exploring parks, and visiting the zoo. I also love fishing, and catching a muskie is still on my bucket list!
One of my favorite Bible verses that continues to guide me is Jeremiah 29:11:
“For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.”
Nicki Becker
Nicki Becker has been blessed to be part of the Trinity family since 2021, first serving as a caregiver, then as a support teacher, and now as the Assistant Director of Childcare. In 2025, Nicki earned her Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and became a Licensed Professional Counselor in Training (LPC-IT). Alongside her role at Trinity, she also works in a private practice, serving clients as a therapist.
Over the years, Nicki has found both love and a home at Trinity. Her passion for working with children grows daily as she helps them learn, grow, and experience the joy of God’s love. Coming to work and feeling Jesus in every aspect of what Trinity does is both her foundation and her motivation. She truly cherishes the trust families place in the team to care for their children and considers it a privilege to walk alongside each child in their early years.
Favorite Bible Verse: 1 Corinthians 16:14 – “Let all that you do be done in love.”
Kayla Schulz
Kayla is the Infant 1 Lead Teacher and has been working in childcare for almost three years. She is currently pursuing her associate degree in Early Childhood Education.
A proud mom of three wonderful children—two boys and one girl—Kayla is deeply motivated by her family. Her children inspire everything she does, and their home is always full of energy and excitement, especially during sports seasons as devoted fans of the Packers, Brewers, and Bucks.
Kayla loves working with children because she gets to witness their daily growth, learning, and joy. She believes every child is unique and considers it a blessing to nurture and support each one in their journey.
One of her favorite Bible verses is Romans 8:28: “And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.”
Colleen Mackie
Colleen joined Trinity in September 2024 and brings over 13 years of childcare experience, including seven years in a daycare setting. She loves seeing how children open up, get excited to share stories, and reach new milestones. One of her greatest joys is getting to know each child individually and watching them grow in their own unique ways.
Outside of the classroom, she enjoys spending time with her family—her dad, mom, and younger brother—as well as her two cats and dog. Her hobbies include going to the gym, listening to podcasts and music, spending time with friends, and attending sporting events. A fun fact about her is that she loves to travel and has visited 39 states so far!
Her favorite Bible verse is John 13:7: “Jesus replied, ‘You do not realize now what I am doing, but later you will understand.’”
Jessica Heckert
Hi, my name is Jessica Heckert!
I love caring for all ages of children but my favorite age is the infants. I love snuggling them and helping them to develop and learn new things. It is so amazing to me to see them grow and change into their individual personalities! Seeing the joy and pure happiness they have when they are playing are times I cherish being a part of their world. I joined the Trinity Childcare team 06/2022. I have 7 years working with infants in a childcare setting.
My husband and I have been married for ten years this June. We are officially a family of three! We were given the tremendous blessing of adopting our five-year-old son this past April!!! We have a camper in the WI Dells area and go camping as much as we can. We also love traveling but my two favorite places we have been so far are Sanibel Island Florida, and Sedona Arizona. I love photography and it is a hobby of mine. I love all animals but right now, elephants are my favorite!
One of my favorite Bible verses is Romans 8:28 “And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called, according to his purpose.”
I am very excited at the opportunity to serve here at Trinity Childcare, caring for the babies in the infant classroom.
Lisa Konczal
Hi, I’m Lisa. I love watching children grow and seeing them learn something new that I didn’t know that they could do. I have been working in the childcare field since 1996, working with infants up to 5 years, and have an associate’s degree in Child Growth and Development. I’ve been a member of the Trinity team since August 2021. My husband and I have been together since 2001 and we have two children. I enjoy spending time with my family and creating new decorations with things from the Dollar Tree. I also like to sing for fun and have sang in choirs throughout the years.
Karis Cowdry
Karis joined the Trinity Childcare Team in April 2025. She brings with her a deep love for children and over eight years of combined experience in nannying and babysitting. She also serves as the Early Childhood Coordinator at Life Church – Milwaukee Campus. Karis is currently pursuing a degree in Early Childhood Learning with a minor in Church Leadership.
Karis believes children are one of God’s greatest blessings. She finds immense joy in watching their unique personalities grow and unfold, and she’s continually inspired by the way children model faith. As the oldest of four siblings, she’s long held the role of “mini-mama” in her family. Outside of work, she enjoys cooking, baking, creating new recipes, and staying active—recently diving into the world of powerlifting.
Her favorite Bible verse is Exodus 14:14: “The Lord will fight for you; you need only be still.” This verse has been a steady source of comfort and strength throughout her life.
Nadia Vazquez
Nadia Vazquez is passionate about nurturing young minds and finds great joy in watching children learn and grow. Her love for working with kids began early—babysitting for as long as she can remember—and blossomed into a career in childcare beginning in 2021. Nadia joined the Trinity Early Learning Center team in February 2025, where she continues to bring warmth, patience, and a playful spirit to the classroom. Outside of work, she enjoys kayaking, shopping, and building intricate LEGO sets. Her favorite Bible verse is 2 Timothy 4:17: “But the Lord stood by me and strengthened me.
Childcare
A lyssa Cecchi
Alyssa Cecchi joined the Trinity Childcare Team in September 2025. She has always had a soft spot for children and loves making them smile while creating an environment where they feel comforted, safe, and able to thrive. Alyssa especially enjoys bringing both fun and organization into her care.
Her experience caring for her younger cousins and baby relatives has given her a heart for nurturing children of all ages. While caring for infants is a new journey, she is dedicated and passionate about providing the very best care possible.
Alyssa is currently a graduate student at Concordia University Wisconsin, studying speech pathology. In her free time, she enjoys swimming, going for walks, watching movies, and spending time with her family and friends. A few fun facts about Alyssa are that she is left-handed and a big animal lover.
Her favorite Bible verse is Proverbs 31:25: “She is clothed with strength and dignity; she can laugh at the days to come.”
Lydia DeWitz
Lydia DeWitz has served at Trinity since September 2023 and loves working in childcare because it allows her to help children learn through nature and play in a way that is both fun and engaging. She is especially passionate about bringing children closer to Jesus through daily stories, song, and dance—finding great joy in witnessing the simple and profound faith of children.
Lydia has experience working in both the Wiggle and Toddler classrooms and most recently served as a co-lead in the 4K room for the Summer Spectacular Program. She is currently a senior at Concordia University Wisconsin, pursuing a degree in Lutheran Early Childhood and Elementary Education, with certification in Compassion Care through the comfort dog program. Her previous ministry experience includes serving as a director for three years at a Lutheran day camp in Oconomowoc, Wisconsin, as well as leading Vacation Bible School and babysitting.
Outside of work, Lydia enjoys reading, walking, coffee dates, cooking, and going to the movies. Her favorite Bible verse is Ephesians 2:10: “For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do.”
Kiley Gaedtke
Kiley Gaedtke has been serving at Trinity since September 2023 and loves working with children because of the pure joy they bring to every situation. She considers it a blessing to watch them grow, learn new skills, and develop a love for Jesus. While she primarily works in the childcare classrooms, she also had the opportunity to co-lead the 4K room for the Spectacular Summer Program, which was a meaningful experience for her.
Kiley is currently a senior at Concordia University Wisconsin, studying Lutheran Early Childhood and Elementary Education. Prior to joining Trinity, she spent several years as a nanny and has volunteered as a Sunday School teacher at her church for the past two years.
In her free time, Kiley enjoys running, reading, spending time with friends, and exploring coffee shops. A fun fact about her is that she grew up on a dairy farm and knows all things cows! Her favorite Bible verse is 2 Timothy 1:7: “For God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control.”
Keona Hegwood
Hi, I’m Keona! I love helping and seeing children meet new developmental milestones and watching them grow into their own personalities. I also enjoy their genuine sense of curiosity in learning about Jesus and His love for them. I joined the Trinity team September 2020 and previously did volunteer work at other childcare centers in addition to babysitting. I love spending time with family and friends and discovering new music genres. A fun fact about me is that my favorite season is Spring.
My favorite Bible verse is Proverbs 18:10, “The name of the Lord is a strong tower, the righteous run into it and are safe.”
Reagan Makela
Reagan joined the Trinity Childcare team in the summer of 2023 and has returned every summer since. She is excited to continue her work at Trinity as she embarks on her studies at Concordia University Wisconsin, where she is majoring in Elementary & Cross Categorical Special Education. Reagan brings experience as a summer school assistant, babysitter, and Sunday School teacher. Inspired by her role as the oldest of five children, she has always loved spending time with children and engaging in activities that encourage growth and learning.
Reagan’s favorite part of working at Trinity Childcare is being part of a deep-rooted Lutheran community and seeing the joy on children’s faces each day. She delights in helping little ones grow as dearly loved children of God, nurturing their confidence in His salvation.
In her free time, Reagan enjoys reading, watching TV, coloring, staying active, spending time outdoors, and being with family and friends. Her favorite Bible verse is 2 Corinthians 12:9: “But he said to me, ‘My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.’ Therefore I will boast all the more gladly of my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ may rest upon me.”
Emma Deptula
Gabi Fredericks
Emma Henkel
Autumn Hope Miller
Katelyn Hummel
Kaylee Jensen
Brenda Sanchez
Anne Will
LeTeya Williams-Davis
Lily Richmond
Lily, a proud Trinity alumna, joined our staff in the spring of 2025. She treasures the opportunity to give back by nurturing God’s children, finding joy in their daily growth and in sharing the love of Jesus with them. Her favorite part of working at Trinity is witnessing the children thrive and shine in their own unique ways. Inspired by Matthew 5:16 — “Let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven” — Lily seeks to bring positivity, faith, and encouragement into every interaction. Outside of Trinity, she is an active member of Ozaukee Young Life, the Best Buddies chapter at her school, and proudly serves as captain of the Girls Alpine Ski Team.
Visit our School Team page to meet our Wrap Around Care Caregivers:
Molly Alvarez
Lisa Anderson
Paula Cassidy
Maya Chaney
Abigail Kaschinski
Maria Klabon
Ku Mo
Katy Mollwitz
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