Laramie County
Through Parents as Teachers, you’ll be matched with a Family Support Specialist. They’ll meet with you monthly, in the comfort of your own home (or another location you prefer), to provide:
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Fun activities you can do as a family
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Developmental screenings
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Resources for your child’s development (sleep, nutrition, milestones, social emotional regulation, etc.)
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Resources for you as a caregiver (goal setting, mental health, family safety, etc.)
To request a visit, call (307) 823-1787 or send us an email.
Josie Brittain
Executive Director
Born and raised in Wyoming, Josie has resided in Cheyenne since 2012. She earned her bachelor's degree from the University of Wyoming in Family and Consumer Sciences, with a focus on Professional Child Development.
After many years of working with children and families, Josie joined the Parents as Teachers family in 2016. She has a strong passion for the program and the empowerment it brings to the families we serve.
A mother of two boys, Josie enjoys traveling and spending time outdoors with her family.
Heather Kibler
Regional Coordinator
Heather has lived in Cheyenne, WY for over 15 years and loves this community! She holds a bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education and has worked in the field for over a decade. Heather is eager to support and partner with families to build strong and resilient families. She is passionate about building strong community relationships to help connect families with valuable resources and support.
After many years of teaching in the classroom and supporting early childhood educators with their educational goals, Heather joined the Parents as Teachers team in 2025. She brings a wealth of knowledge in child development and a deep commitment to supporting families and young children.
Outside of work, she enjoys spending time outdoors with her family and loves a good road trip. Her favorite way to connect with others is by preparing and sharing a homemade meal.
Meghan Carroll
Family Support Specialist
Heather earned her Bachelor of Science in Child Development from Florida State University, with post-graduate emphasis in Infancy and Parenting.
She enjoys working with diverse populations, and particularly enjoys helping parents recognize their strengths, helping them build on them, helping them understand their child's developmental changes, and how everything they do together has an impact on their relationship and their child's development.
Heather Adams
Family Support Specialist
Meghan joins Parents as Teachers as Family Support Specialist for Laramie County. Meghan was raised in Middle Tennessee where she met her husband and graduated with a bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education from Middle Tennessee State University. Meghan and her family moved to Wyoming in 2022 for her husband’s career in the Air Force. She and her husband have three boys ages 5, 3, and 1. Meghan has worked with families and children in many different roles over the last 15 years. Outside of her professional work, Meghan enjoys reading, traveling, volunteering, and spending time with her family. Meghan is committed to making a positive impact on families by supporting them as they navigate parenting and strengthening family relationships.
Mackenzie Stinebaugh
Mackenzie earned her bachelor’s degree in Education from Hastings College and has spent the past 15 years working with children and families. Her passion for working with young children began while she was in high school and college, when she worked in daycare and discovered how much she loved supporting little learners as they grow and explore the world around them.
Originally from Colorado, Mackenzie has proudly called Cheyenne home for the past eight years She believes that strong partnerships with parents help create the best possible foundation for children and feels honored to walk alongside families as they learn, grow, and thrive together.
Outside of work, Mackenzie enjoys spending time with her husband and family, exploring the mountains, and getting creative with pottery. She also loves animals of all kinds, especially cats and French bulldogs. In her spare time, you can often find her listening to music or an audiobook while relaxing or working on a new pottery project.
Mackenzie feels grateful to work with families in her community and is passionate about helping parents feel confident, supported, and connected as they raise their children.
Request a Visit
in Laramie County
We can’t wait to meet you and your family! To request a visit, call (307) 823-1787 or send us an email.