Terri Burney- Lead Rainbow Teacher (2016-present)
Miss Terri has worked with infants and toddlers for over twenty-five years. She has acquired a Child Development Associate (CDA) certificate and continues to take courses about early learning. She loves children of all ages and has worked at multiple highly accredited centers both as a teacher and an administrator. Terri strives to create strong bonds with the children and encourages family involvement as much as possible.

Where are you from?

Georgetown, Texas

Do you have any pets?

No, but have had dogs.

What are your top three hobbies?

Movies, travel, and books.

 Favorite place to travel?

Hawaii.

Favorite animal and why?

Koala bears because they are cute and cuddly, and hippos.

How long have you been a teacher?

Over 40 years.

What do you like most about being a teacher?

The kid’s smiles and being a part of the kid’s extended families.

What is the most challenging part of your job?

When they are whining and not knowing what they need.

Most memorable moment in teaching?

When a mom brought in her child and handed her over and said, “this is your baby.” They still keep in touch and remember my birthday.

 If you had to eat only one food the rest of your life what would it be?

Fried chicken.

“Every child deserves a champion: an adult who will never give up on them, who understands the power of connection and insists they become the best they can possibly be.” Rita Pierson