Alissa Prather is originally from Anderson, Indiana, and attended Indiana University on a Track & Field/Cross Country scholarship. After graduating, she moved to New York City, where she worked for an advertising agency for seven years before relocating to Indianapolis in 1995.

Alissa and her husband, Tom, have been married for 30 years and have two sons. Weston, 27, graduated from Indiana University in 2021, and Wyatt, 25, graduated from Hanover College in 2024.

She enjoys living in Broad Ripple, where she is within walking distance of local restaurants and parks, and especially loves taking her two toy poodles on neighborhood walks.

Alissa joined The Children's Corner Preschool in 2006 and is celebrating her 20th year with the school. She has served as a 3/4’s and Pre-K assistant teacher throughout her time at TCC, has been a member of the Evening of Art committee since 2019, and is honored to serve as Interim Director for the 2026–2027 school year.

Bethany is a lifelong resident of Indianapolis, minus the 4 years she spent at Drake University in Iowa studying public relations. She and her husband, Chad, have one daughter, Ellie, a graduate of TCC. Ellie is currently a student at St. Luke Catholic School. Bethany has served TCC on the Evening of Art committee and as a board member. She is excited to start her fifth year as part of the Pre-Kindergarten and Young Two’s staff. (since 2020)

Gina Mooers studied Early Childhood Education at Western Nevada College and began her career as both a preschool teacher and director. Originally from Carson City, Nevada, she moved to Indianapolis in 1996, where she continued to pursue her passion for working with young children. For 16 years, Gina ran her own in-home childcare business, building lasting relationships with families in her community.

Gina has been married to her husband Jeff for 29 years and is the proud mom of two boys, Carter (23) and Griffin (18), both graduates of TCC. In her free time, she enjoys reading, gardening, and spending time with friends and family. She is excited to join the Pre-K classroom as a lead teacher and looks forward to a wonderful year of learning and growth with her students.

Kim is a dedicated early childhood educator with over 20 years of experience as a professional nanny. She studied Early Childhood Education at Indiana University–Purdue University Indianapolis.

Kim lives in Westfield with her husband, Kenneth, and their daughter, Nora. Nora attended TCC for 3 wonderful years and is now excited to begin kindergarten. During that time, Kim was a parent volunteer, helping with various school events and proudly supporting the annual Evening of Art. 

Outside of the classroom, Kim values family time most of all and also enjoys attending sporting events, traveling, and planning social activities with friends and loved ones. 

Franny studied Psychology and Human Development at Ball State University. She grew up near Purdue University and moved to Indy after college. Prior to having children, she worked as the Director of Membership and Education for a trade organization. She also volunteered in Dinosphere at the Children’s Museum. Franny has spent the past seven years at home raising her twins, who are graduates of The Children’s Corner. In her free time, Franny enjoys gardening, baking, reading, and traveling with her husband and children. Franny will be working as an assistant in the 2’s and 3’s classes. (Since 2022)

Angie graduated from IU with a degree in Elementary Education. Her first teaching position was in Michigan where she taught Kindergarten and then First grade. After their time in Michigan, she and her husband moved back to Indianapolis where her first daughter was born. Angie and her husband then had 3 additional children: one boy and two more girls. Their children range in age from 18-26. The oldest two attended TCC and were in Cathy Johnson’s 2’s and 3’s class. Angie is very excited to join this wonderful community again and she enjoys walking her dogs, reading and she is beginning to learn to quilt. Angie is a lead in the Pre-Kindergarten program. (since 2020)

Maryclare grew up in the Meridian Kessler neighborhood and both she and her husband, Patrick were students here at The Children’s Corner. Maryclare attended San Diego State University and studied communications. Maryclare worked in Orange County, CA for Pacific Life in Meetings,Marketing & Event Planning. Patrick and Maryclare reconnected in Chicago after college and were married here in Indianapolis and have three children who all loved their early childhood years at The Children’s Corner. Maryclare will lead Wednesday, Thursday and Friday classes and assist in the 3’s/4’s for Thursday extended days. (Since 2020)

Erica earned a BA degree from Indiana University. She completed her Master’s Degree in Early Education at Marian University. She previously taught 2nd and 3rd grade at MSD of Pike Township. She later enjoyed being a full-time mom when her three children were younger (all of which are TCC graduates!). Erica enjoys spending time at her family’s lake house and spends the summer boating and relaxing on the water with her family. Erica, and her husband Erik, are both IU graduates and are avid Hoosiers fans. They love to spend time in Bloomington. She also loves to cook and entertain & host family and friends. Her children keep the family busy and their interests include: creative writing & art, competitive dance and basketball. Erica is excited to continue working with the staff and families at The Children’s Corner. She will be working as a Lead in the 3/4s morning and extended day programs. (since 2017)

Nicole has been a preschool teacher at The Children’s Corner since 2018. She started out as an assistant and now leads her own class in the 3/4’s program. She graduated from the University of Milwaukee, Wisconsin with an elementary education degree. Her and her husband Hani have lived in Indianapolis for 11 years and both of their daughters were born here. Leila is a sixth grader and Miriam is a fourth grader at IHM school. Both girls graduated from TCC!

Nicole is very involved in the church and the PTO at IHM. Most times you will find her out running or walking her dog in the neighborhood. Her family loves to be at the Rivi Club, travel, and read together. Nicole will be leading Tuesday/Thursdays, and leading the 3/4’s Fabulous Friday afternoon class.

Flo Barnes is an Ohio native who moved to Indy to teach Spanish at Avon High School after receiving her degree from Miami University. She got her Masters in Education at Butler University and has enjoyed various roles in the education world since then. She is excited to extend her resume to include early childhood at TCC. She enjoys spending time with her husband, Tony, an Indianapolis native, and two sons Leo and Peter who attend IHM school. She looks forward to all the fun, funny, entertaining moments that are sure to come this year. 

Stacie graduated from Indiana University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology and Criminal Justice. After attending IU, she went on to study Mental Health Counseling at Valparaiso University. She and her family reside in Broad Ripple where she’s spent the last 10 years as a full-time stay at home mom to her two sons, Camden and Calvin. Both graduates of The Children’s Corner! Stacie enjoys hiking, volunteering at her children’s elementary school, books, and spending time with her family and pets.

Maggie Flynn has been a life long Hoosier. She grew up in Carmel and attended Brebeuf Jesuit.  She received her BFA from Indiana University in 2006 and her teaching license in elementary education from Marian University in 2008. She taught at Brooks School Elementary in Fishers for 10 years.  Maggie married her husband, Ryan, in 2014 and they have been Meridian Kessler residents for 10 years. They have two daughters that both graduated Children’s Corner and now attend Immaculate Heart of Mary. You may find Maggie doing after school enrichment at IHM and also teaching adult craft classes at Sullivan Hardware. Maggie loves having adventures with her family and spending time their new dog, Clyde. Maggie loves working with children and feels so lucky to have the privilege to be part of the TCC community.