Meet the Beansprout Academy Team
At Beansprout Academy, our teachers are the heart of everything we do. Each member of our team brings warmth, experience, and a genuine love for helping children learn and grow. Get to know the people who will greet your family every morning — click any name to read their full bio.
OUR TEAM
Experienced, caring teachers in every classroom
Low teacher-to-child ratios mean every child gets the individual attention they deserve.
Leadership
OWNER & FOUNDER
Katie Mauk
Mrs. Katie studied Early Childhood Education at Bowling Green State University and brings over ten years of childcare experience. Her own two children were raised at Beansprout from infant through pre-K.
Our Teachers
FLOATER · SINCE 2018
Tristen Webster
Miss Tristen has worked with every age group at Beansprout since 2018, including a stint as Assistant Director at the Indian Land location.
SPROUTS ROOM TEACHER · SINCE 2019
Madeline Moreno
Ms. Mady spent 22 years as a Certified Nursing Assistant before discovering that the infant room is where she truly prospers.
TEACHER · IN CHILDCARE SINCE 2019
Lauren Locklair
Rock Hill native Miss Lauren (LoLo) makes learning fun with silly songs, dancing, and playful activities. She’s a big kid at heart.
TEACHER · SINCE 2023
Jenna Gardner
Miss Jenna has worked with children since she was 13 and has cared for every age from 6 weeks to 5 years across South Carolina.
TEACHER · SINCE 2023
Taylor Brown
Infants hold a special place in Ms. Taylor’s heart. A Rock Hill native, she shares the Beansprout community as both a parent and a teacher.
FLOATER · SINCE 2023
Georgia Buford
Miss Georgia is a York Tech student working toward becoming a neonatal nurse, and loves watching children reach new milestones.
PRESCHOOL TEACHER
Alejandra (Ale/Ally)
Born and raised in New York, Miss Ale has called Charlotte home for seven years and has cared for children since she was 16.
TEACHER
Julia
Miss Julia brings calmness, balance, and a little bit of brightness into her classroom, creating a safe, nurturing, fun space to explore and learn.
Our Kitchen
CHEF · ORGANIC MEALS INCLUDED IN TUITION
Our Chef
Healthy breakfasts, lunches, and snacks for every classroom, prepared by our chef and included in tuition. Every meal is balanced, wholesome, and made with organic ingredients.
Enrichment Partners
Soccer, music, and other enrichment programs are included at Beansprout Academy at no extra cost. Meet the instructors who visit our classrooms each week.
MUSIC · MONDAY MORNINGS
Ms. Holly
Mr Music Man Company
High-energy music lessons that build gross and fine motor skills, social health, and cognition. Ms. Holly earned her Music degree at UNC Pembroke and has taught chorus, drama, and dance.
SOCCER · TUESDAY MORNINGS
Mr. Henry
Alpha Soccer
Mr. Henry played college soccer at Winthrop University, was drafted by the Colorado Rapids in the 2009 MLS SuperDraft, and appeared for Uganda’s U-20 and senior national teams.
COME MEET THE TEAM IN PERSON
See our classrooms and meet the teachers who would care for your child
Or call (803) 548-2326 · Monday – Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM