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Our leadership

The hearts behind Growing Sprouts.

Meet the two people leading Growing Sprouts Childcare Center. Read their full stories on our About page.

Alexus Smith, RN, Owner, Managing Member and Administrator

Alexus Smith, RN

Owner, Managing Member and Administrator

  • Registered Nurse (RN)
  • Owner, Managing Member & Administrator
  • Former Nanny
  • Parent & Caregiver

Owner, Managing Member and Administrator of Growing Sprouts and a Registered Nurse. Former nanny and parent, bringing healthcare experience, individualized care, and a family-first approach to leadership, licensing, business operations, and daily care.

Nijah Brown, Owner & Center Director

Nijah Brown

Owner & Center Director

  • Owner & Center Director
  • 3 Years Licensed Family Childcare
  • Early Childhood Education Student
  • Mother & Educator

Owner and Center Director. Three years operating a licensed family childcare program, currently pursuing an Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education (anticipated 2027). Leads day-to-day program supervision, scheduling, curriculum, and family communication.

Now Hiring

Meet Our Growing Team

We're actively recruiting qualified early-childhood professionals — lead teachers, assistant teachers, and support staff — to join us as we target an October 2026 opening in Big Bend, WI, subject to funding, construction progress, and final Wisconsin DCF licensing approval. Every team member will be background-checked, CPR & First Aid certified, and aligned with our warm, play-based approach to care.

No classroom positions are filled yet. Staff profiles will be added here as team members are hired and onboarded.

Lead Teachers

Infant, toddler, preschool, Pre-K, and school-age classrooms.

Assistant Teachers

Warm, playful caregivers who love learning alongside children.

Support Staff

Kitchen, administrative, and family-communication support roles.

Email us about joining our team

info@growingsproutschildcare.com