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THE PEOPLE WHO MAKE WEBER FEEL LIKE WEBER
THE PEOPLE WHO MAKE WEBER FEEL LIKE WEBER
Every program at Weber Before and After School Program (Weber BASP) is built on relationships.
Our team is made up of caring educators, mentors, and role models who are proud to serve Weber Elementary School in Iowa City, believing every child deserves to feel known, encouraged, and valued.
For many children, we're part of their everyday routine. For many families, we're part of their village.
TOSHA
TOSHA
DIRECTOR
DIRECTOR
With Weber BASP Since 2007
"My favorite part of Weber BASP is the incredible community we've built together. Watching children grow in confidence, build lasting friendships, and discover who they are over the years is a privilege. I'm grateful to be a small part of such an important chapter in their lives."
LESLIE
LESLIE
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR
With Weber BASP Since 2024
"I love planning fun crafts and hands-on activities that spark creativity and bring smiles to the children's faces. Seeing their excitement, imagination, and sense of accomplishment makes every day rewarding."
BRYNNE
BRYNNE
SITE
SUPERVISOR
SITE
SUPERVISOR
With Weber BASP Since 2022
"My favorite activities are gym games, especially dodgeball and kickball. What I love most, though, are the relationships I've built with the children and families. Seeing those connections grow both inside and outside of the program is incredibly rewarding."
MADY
MADY
SITE
SUPERVISOR
SITE
SUPERVISOR
With Weber BASP Since 2023
"Summer Camp is my favorite time of year because every day brings something new. I love creating fun activities, making memories with the children, and seeing their excitement as they learn, play, and build friendships."
LIZ
LIZ
SITE SUPERVISOR
SITE SUPERVISOR
With Weber BASP Since 2022
"My favorite part of BASP is making arts and crafts, teaching card games, and getting to know each student. I love learning about their interests and incorporating them into our daily activities, making every day a little more fun and meaningful."
LISE
LISE
STAFF
STAFF
With Weber BASP Since 2024
"I love getting to know each child's unique personality and building meaningful connections with them every day. Working at Weber BASP has helped prepare me for my future as a teacher, and Fridays are my favorite because we get to create together with Perler beads."
TY
TY
STAFF
STAFF
With Weber BASP Since 2025
"My favorite part of Weber BASP is spending each day with an incredible group of children. Building relationships, sharing laughs, and helping make their day a little brighter is what I enjoy most."
CHASE
CHASE
STAFF
STAFF
With Weber BASP Since 2025
"My favorite part of Weber BASP is watching children build confidence, work together, and have fun through sports and active play. Seeing their teamwork, encouragement, and excitement every day makes this such a rewarding place to be."
LILY
LILY
STAFF
STAFF
With Weber BASP Since 2025
"My favorite part of Weber BASP is seeing children's creativity come to life. Perler beads are my favorite activity because they give kids the chance to create, express themselves, and have fun together."
ELLIE
ELLIE
STAFF
STAFF
With Weber BASP Since 2025
"My favorite part of Weber BASP is the joy the children bring each day. They always know how to make me laugh, and I love getting to know each of their unique personalities while building meaningful connections together."
KATELYN
KATELYN
STAFF
STAFF
With Weber BASP Since 2025
"My favorite part of Weber BASP is that every day brings something new. I love seeing the world through the children's eyes, sharing in their curiosity, and being part of the fun and excitement they bring each day."
CLAIRE
CLAIRE
STAFF
STAFF
With Weber BASP Since 2025
"My favorite part of Weber BASP is having the opportunity to give today's children the same fun, welcoming experience I enjoyed growing up. It's incredibly rewarding to help create a place where they can build friendships, make memories, and feel like they belong."
BRIELLE
BRIELLE
STAFF
STAFF
With Weber BASP Since 2025
"My favorite part of Weber BASP is staying active with the children and playing games together in the gym. I love building meaningful relationships with each child and creating a fun, encouraging environment where they can learn, play, and grow."
SID
SID
STAFF
STAFF
With Weber BASP Since 2025
"My favorite part of Weber BASP is seeing the excitement on the children's faces during field trips. I love watching them explore new places, make lasting memories, and have fun experiencing new adventures together."
ALEXA
ALEXA
STAFF
STAFF
With Weber BASP Since 2024
"My favorite part of Weber BASP is spending time with the children and seeing their creativity shine. I especially love crafting with them and watching them create, imagine, and have fun together."
EMILIA
EMILIA
STAFF
STAFF
With Weber BASP Since 2025
"My favorite part of Weber BASP is watching each child grow in confidence while encouraging their unique interests and hobbies. I love being part of a fun, supportive environment where every child has the opportunity to learn, explore, and be themselves."
KATY
KATY
STAFF
STAFF
With Weber BASP Since 2024
"My favorite part of Weber BASP is building meaningful relationships with the children and getting to know each of their unique personalities. Summer pool days are especially fun because they create lasting memories while giving us even more opportunities to connect, laugh, and have fun together."
KATE
KATE
STAFF
STAFF
With Weber BASP Since 2025
"My favorite part of Weber BASP is helping children express their creativity through crafts. I love seeing their imaginations come to life as they create, explore, and have fun together."
CINDEL
CINDEL
STAFF
STAFF
With Weber BASP Since 2025
"My favorite part of Weber BASP is building meaningful connections with the children and being a bright spot in their day. Watching them grow in confidence, celebrate small successes, and share their smiles makes every day rewarding."
CHRIS
CHRIS
STAFF
STAFF
With Weber BASP Since 2024
LENNON
LENNON
STAFF
STAFF
With Weber BASP Since 2026
GABE
GABE
STAFF
STAFF
With Weber BASP Since 2024
ADDISON
ADDISON
STAFF
STAFF
With Weber BASP Since 2025
REGAN
REGAN
STAFF
STAFF
With Weber BASP Since 2023
XYLA
XYLA
STAFF
STAFF
With Weber BASP Since 2023
THEIR WORDS
THEIR WORDS
FROM STUDENT TO STAFF
FROM STUDENT TO STAFF
Some of our staff members once walked these same hallways, played the same games, and built the same friendships. Today, they're helping create those experiences for the next generation.
CLAIRE
CLAIRE
STAFF SINCE 2025
As a child, Claire couldn't wait to come to Weber BASP.
One of her favorite memories happened during a staff scavenger hunt when the BASP team stopped at her house.
She proudly introduced them to BeanBoozled and watched them discover that not every jelly bean tastes as good as it looks.
Today, Claire is part of the Weber BASP team, creating the same fun, welcoming environment she remembers growing up in.
Because sometimes the places that shape us become the places we're proud to give back to.
AARON
AARON
Aaron attended Weber BASP from 2002–2009 before returning as a staff member from 2015–2021.
Long before Aaron joined the Weber BASP team, his family was already helping shape its future. His mom served on the Board of Directors that hired Program Director Tosha Troutman.
As a student, Aaron loved spending time in the gym and looked forward to Summer Camp field trips every year. Years later, those were still some of his favorite parts of the job. The only thing that changed? He admits he appreciated DEAR (Drop Everything and Read) a little more as a staff member than he ever did as a student.
One of Tosha's favorite memories isn't just watching Aaron grow up—it's watching the story come full circle. After caring for Aaron as a child, she later watched him help care for Blake, another former Weber BASP student she had known since he was little.
That's what makes Weber BASP special. Childhood memories become lifelong connections, and one generation helps shape the next.
YOU COULD BE PART OF THIS TEAM
YOU COULD BE PART OF THIS TEAM
Care about helping children feel known, supported, and encouraged? We're always interested in meeting people who want to make a difference at Weber BASP.
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