Meet the Team

Dedicated & Certified

Stephanie Martinez

Director

I've worked with children for 26 years and have been running a childcare for 14 years. I have a Bachelors of Arts degree with a major in Psychology. I am married with 4 children. I enjoy reading or working on puzzles during my free time.

Anthony Sgroi

Director

My favorite part about working at a childcare is building lasting relationships with parents and children. I believe in leading by example and try to inspire change through it. I've been working with children for 8 years now. I am an avid Disney fan and like playing basketball.

Janette Pano

Lead Teacher Infant

Well hello! I'm Janette, let me tell you a little bit about myself. My father is from Mexico and my mother from Chicago but raised here in Nebraska (Husker fan for life). I speak English and Spanish, whichever you're more comfortable with. I am a mother of 5, 3 boys and 2 girls, all of whom attends daycare. I've been with Wrangler Babies for 6 years and have experienced teaching in every room. Working here has brought me closer to both the staff and children, and I see them as my family.

Logen Philips

Lead Teacher Toddler

Hello, my name is Logen and I'm a mother of 3. I started babysitting at the age of 13 and enjoy being a part of a child's development. A fun fact about me is that I love the character Stitch from the movie Lilo and Stitch.

Amanda Isaacs

Assistant Teacher Toddler

I have worked in the different classrooms during my 5 years here which has allowed me to interact with the children in the different age groups. I'm certified in CPR and First Aid. The biggest takeaway from this job is watching and teaching the kids as they continue to hit and achieve different milestones.

Annette Sgroi

Lead Teacher Preschool

Hi parents and guardians! I'm Annette and I've been working at Wrangler Babies for 7 years. I have a son and 3 fur babies. I am currently a preschool teacher but have previously been in the baby and toddler classroom. I love catching up on movies or TV series during my free time. I look forward to meeting and welcoming more new faces!

Jordin Isaacs

Lead Teacher Pre-K

Hello! I am Jordin and I've been with the center for almost 7 years now. I believe in helping children learn, interact and discover through play. During my down time, I like reading or camping with my husband, 3 children and fur babies.

Kay Sgroi

Assistant Teacher Pre-K

Jill West

Co-Lead Teacher School Age

I have been with Wrangler Babies for 7 years now. I love working with kids and that has always been my passion. My husband and I have 3 children.

Alex Martinez

Assistant Teacher School Age

I am a full time student at University of Nebraska-Lincoln majoring in Business Administration. I've been here almost 4 years now and love what I do. The best part about my job is when I am able to relate to the kids and help them find solutions to their problems.

Oliver Edwards

Assistant Teacher School Age

Hello, my name is Oliver and it's been over 3 years since I started here. I absolutely enjoy spending time outside with the kids playing sports such as basketball and football. I am currently working part time while also going to the University of Nebraska-Lincoln as a Finance major.

Judith Lafond

Kitchen Manager

I have 4 children, 9 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren. I worked at the University Childcare for 9 years and here at Wrangler Babies for 8 years. I love working 'with children because they say the darnest things.