Theresa has spent her career supporting children, families, educators, and school communities. Theresa attended Waldorf schools from kindergarten through high school, where she developed a deep appreciation for education, creativity, and community. She later returned to education as a mixed-age preschool and kindergarten teacher and elementary handwork teacher, experiences that fostered her deep appreciation for child development and child-centered learning.

For the past several years, Theresa has worked as an administrator in nonprofit early childhood education, combining her passion for education with strengths in organizational leadership, systems development, and community building. She is committed to creating inclusive, affirming environments where children, families, and educators feel a strong sense of belonging and support. Theresa values collaborative leadership and believes meaningful change happens through strong relationships, shared purpose, and a commitment to community.

Theresa lives in Milwaukie with her husband and two children. In her free time, she enjoys listening to audiobooks, cooking, baking, sewing, knitting, beading, and exploring a variety of culinary, fiber, and applied arts. She also enjoys studying herbal medicine and is continually inspired by the connections between plants, wellness, and the natural world.