Ms. Anna
OWNER
Anna Czyz took ownership of Growing Minds Clubhouse in February 2020. Anna’s mission as the owner is to create an environment for children and families that is positive, creative, safe, healthy, and fun! Prior to taking ownership, Anna worked at Growing Minds Clubhouse from 2017-2020 in various roles including a full-time teacher in Toddler 2 & Pre-K 1, Administrative Assistant & Curriculum Coordinator. Anna brings more than 20 years of childcare experience to her role and is committed to creating a place for children to grow, feel seen, heard, and important. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her husband, her two dogs, Tuck & Remi, reading, being outdoors, and staying active in the gym! Anna and her husband are expecting their first baby in October 2025 and can’t wait to step into the new chapter of being parents!
Ms. Denise
DIRECTOR
Denise Glock has 27 years of experience in education, having worked with students from Preschool through those in College. She has an undergraduate degree in Elementary Education and two Masters Degrees in Special Education – Gifted and Educational Administration. As a teacher, she educated students in second and sixth grades and then took over as the Elementary Principal and Special Education Director at Shelby-Rising City Public Schools. Most recently she was the Undergraduate Data Operations Manager at Concordia University in Seward. She realized something was missing, and knew it was the magical experience of working with the “littles”. Her husband, Ted, is a farmer and works for a roll-off dumpster company. She has three children of her own; however, they are 32, 30 and 27 and don’t provide that cute and innocent interaction she needs! Fortunately, she has a new grandson, Baker, to snuggle, cuddle, and spoil. In her free time, Denise spends time with family and friends, attends live theater events and concerts of all genres, travels, and tries to check off as many of her “bucket list” items as she can. She also hopes to return to the stage and perform in the Omaha theater community!
Ms. Jessie
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR
Ms. Jessie joined us in 2023 in the Infant 1 classroom! She has also been a birth and postpartum doula since 2011. Jessie feels it is such an honor to welcome over 500 lives (and counting) into the world. She truly enjoys educating families and continuing to receive certifications and experience in pregnancy, birth, family postpartum transition, and infant care. Jessie has loved working with children since she was very young! She is now enjoying helping the Clubhouse teach, grow, and connect with all of the kids, their parents, and the team. She has three children of her own…2 in their twenties and her teenager, Ms. Amber! Now that they are so much older, teaching and snuggling the little ones really helps her get her baby fix! Outside of the Clubhouse and her doula work, Jessie enjoys spending time with her own children, reading, watching sunsets, traveling, hanging out with friends, and snuggling with her two sweet kitties!
Ms. Gabbie
KITCHEN
With over 5 years of culinary experience, Ms. Gabbie is continuously creating fun & healthy meals for the children at the Clubhouse. She loves to base the menu off of the weekly theme to create an even better experience for the children all around! When she’s not busying enjoying the art of culinary, Gabbie has a passion for playing Pokémon, sewing/collecting plushes, and an affinity for all things green. She loves to embrace life with enthusiasm and has a zest for exploration, mostly in virtual worlds!
Ms. Kristy
Infant 1 Teacher
Ms. Kristy joined Growing Minds Clubhouse in 2020 as our Infant 1 teacher. She loves singing and dancing with the children, as well as making them laugh! She has worked with children for more than 17 years and is a mom to three children. Ms. Kristy strongly supports the cause to cure childhood cancer.
Ms. Elle
Infant 1 Teacher
Ms. Elle joined the Clubhouse Family in 2025 and has been in childcare for 5 years! She has worked with ages 6 weeks up to 10 years. Elle loves beinga ble to witness children grow and learn about the world around them; especially with sensory play! It is her goal to be a safe person in a family’s life that the kids and also the parents can trust and know deeply. At home, she loves writing, playing games, and reading. If she goes out, it’s usually to play D&D or board games with her friends, or occasionally, go on adventures with her bestie and her kids (AKA her little besties).
Ms. Janie
Infant 2 Teacher
Ms. Janie joined our team in 2023 as a floater! Over time, the opportunity presented itself to shift Janie to our full-time Infant 2 teacher, and we couldn’t have been more excited to welcome her on the team, on a full-time basis! Janie has two daughters of her own who are also a part of our Clubhouse family. She loves spending as much time as she can with them, enjoying the outdoors, playing and staying active. In her spare time, Janie enjoys watching design and illustration videos or keeping her three year old busy and creative with arts & crafts.
Ms. Sherri
Infant 2 Teacher
Ms. Sherri joined Growing Minds Clubhouse in 2023 as our Infant 2 teacher. Sherri is a mother to two handsome boys who also attend Growing Minds Clubhouse! She loves keeping busy with many kids sports like flag football, baseball and leading her Girl Scout Troop! Sherri loves coming to work everyday ready to positively impact the children’s lives and provide many hugs, high fives, and sing silly songs!
Ms. Ashley
Toddler 1 Teacher
Ms. Ashley joined our team in 2023 and has spent quality time in each of our classrooms as a floater. She recently transitioned into our full-time Toddler 1 teacher and does an absolutely amazing job! She always ensures the children are safe, having fun, learning & you can expect the cutest pictures on a daily basis + creative crafts sent home throughout the week. Ashley’s favorite part about working with children is putting a smile on their faces and building connections with them, as well as watching them learn and grow! In her free time, she enjoys hanging out with her friends and family.
Ms. Tara
Toddler 1 Teacher
Ms. Tara is thrilled to be part of each child’s world here at Growing Minds Clubhouse! She is married to her husband, R.J., and is a proud mom of four wonderful boys. With 24 years of experience in childcare, Tara’s passion for nurturing and teaching young children continues to shine through in all she does. Her goal is to one day become a director or part of management, where she can use her extensive experience to help a center reach its highest potential. One of Tara’s greatest joys is witnessing a child’s eyes light up when they learn something new, or seeing the pride they feel after accomplishing a goal. She cherishes being part of their growth – teaching, guiding, and encouraging them while ensuring they always feel safe and cared for. Tara believes every child deserves to be surrounded by people who are genuinely passionate about their development and happiness, and she feels truly honored to play that role. Outside of the classroom, Tara is a health and wellness advocate with a focus on blood sugar, inflammation, and gut health. A dedicated fitness enthusiast, she enjoys working out and hopes to become a part-time fitness instructor in the near future. Tara draws daily inspiration from her son with autism, who she calls her greatest hero. His courage and strength have taught her invaluable lessons in resilience, patience, and love. Qualities that continue to influence both her personal and professional life.
Ms. Emma
Toddler 2 Teacher
We welcome Ms. Emma to the Clubhouse in 2025 as our Toddler 2 teacher! She has been working in education for 10 years and has specifically been in childcare for a little over 4 years. Emma has worked with all ages of children and found her happy place in Toddler 2! She loves watching the 2 year olds learn and absorb new things. She loves seeing the wonder and spark in their eyes, but her favorite thing is their willingness to be silly, have dance parties, and color outside the lines/use their imaginations. In her personal life, her boyfriend and her have 2 dogs and 2 cats. They enjoy being busy bodies- skiing, snowboarding, hiking, summers at the lake, and finding new food spots/restaurants to try are a few of their favorite pastimes!
Teacher Ryan
Toddler 2 Teacher
Ryan has been working in school settings since 2015 and has spent the past five years focusing professionally on early childhood education. With a genuine passion for helping young minds grow, Ryan loves watching children use their imaginations, explore new ideas, and reach important developmental milestones! Ryan has guardianship of his 15-year-old nephew, who brings joy and meaning to his life, along with his fluffy orange cat who keeps things interesting at home! In his free time, Ryan enjoys reading, doing puzzles, and playing Xbox – activities that reflect his love for both creativity and problem-solving. Dedicated to making a positive impact in the lives of children and families, Ryan is excited to continue his journey in early education and to grow alongside the team at Growing Minds Clubhouse. He looks forward to building strong relationships with each child and family as he begins his long-term career with GMC!
Ms. Cindy A.
Pre-K 1 Teacher
Ms. Cindy A. joined our team in 2025 and has been working in childcare for a little over three years now. She has worked with a variety of age groups from infants to school age. Her favorite part of working with children is building a connection with them and watching them learn something new! In her free time, she loves to bake and spend time with her family.
Ms. Kamryn
Pre-K 2 Teacher
Ms. Kamryn joined our family in 2025 as our Pre-K 2 teacher! She was born and raised in Minnesota and just recently moved to Omaha. She has been working in childcare for a little over a year, and absolutely loves it! Kamryn feels kids have such a special way of seeing the world, and she enjoys getting to learn and laugh with them every day. Watching their personalities shine as they grow is the best part of what she does. Outside of the classroom, Ms. Kamryn enjoys painting, upcycling projects, reading, trying new foods, snowboarding in the winter, and hanging out with her 2 year old sister, who keeps her on her toes and inspires her daily!
Ms. Chrissy
Pre-K 2 Teacher
Ms. Chrissy joined our team in 2025 and has been working with children since she was 16 years old. She has continued working in childcare for the past 20 years- wow! Chrissy’s love for children is evident, and one of her favorite parts is when she notices the little “lightbulb” moment when a child catches onto something she is teaching. Knowing she is impacting children in a positive way makes her heart full. Chrissy and her husband, Glen, have been together for 13 years and have 3 children together. When she is not teaching, Chrissy enjoys spending time with family and friends, camping, going to the zoo, and swimming during the summer. She also loves crafting and going to concerts.
Ms. Cindy K.
FLOATER
Ms. Cindy began at Growing Minds Clubhouse in 2023 as a floater, stepping in from room to room as needed, mainly with the Toddlers! She has 15+ years of experience in childcare and her favorite part about working with children is seeing their little faces light up, when they learn something new or say her name, their enthusiasm, hugs and so much more. There isn’t a single thing she doesn’t love about every single child at the Clubhouse! In Cindy’s free time, she enjoys spending time with her 14 grandchildren, her family, reading on her deck and riding in her jeep.
Ms. Amber
FlOATER
Meet Ms. Amber! She is a junior in high school and has been working in childcare for about 3 years. She loves making sure the kids have a safe and fun place to be, and her goal is always to help them feel happy and excited when they come back to the Clubhouse every day. When she’s not in a classroom, you can usually find her playing lacrosse or out at the dirt track racing!
What People Say
“We’ve been with Growing Minds Clubhouse for almost 2 years now and in that time my daughter has learned so much! The structure and activities they do throughout the day really help her stay engaged and learn! I can’t wait to watch my son grow and learn here! The staff is amazing. They are always so welcoming and personable. If there is ever concern I know it’ll be taken care of. Coming to Growing Minds Clubhouse was one of the best choices we could have made as parents.”
– Jordan & Caty Lund