Nita Spencer - Kids Can Assistant Director
Nita Spencer was born and raised in Omaha, NE, and she has a rich background in both healthcare insurance and early childhood education. After attending St Richards Catholic School and graduating from Omaha Northwest High School, Nita spent over 12 years in the healthcare industry while also working part-time at Renee’s Divine Daycare for 8 years. It was during this time that she discovered her passion for working with children. In 2021, Nita took on a role as a group leader at Nelson Mandela’s Kids Can program, where her dedication and creativity led to her promotion as Assistant Director for both the Elementary and Early Childhood Center. She believes in fostering children’s success through fun and innovative teaching methods, stating, "This job allows me to be creative and teach in a fun non-traditional way." Currently, Nita is pursuing a teaching degree with a concentration in S.T.E.M. at the University of Omaha, which further highlights her commitment to education.