Colleen Burke - Lead Teacher
My name is Colleen, and I have been a Lead Educator at HNS for the past 16 years. I was first drawn to teaching after having the opportunity to participate in my son’s Preschool Family Day. I enjoyed the interactions with the children so much, that I decided to return to school and complete my degree. I graduated from Middlesex Community College in 2007, with an Associate in Science Degree in Early Childhood Education, and hold EEC certification as a lead educator.
I joined the staff at HNS as a Student Teacher, and began working as a Lead Educator in the Fall of 2007. I have teaching experience at each age level, and in September 2018, I assumed the role of Lead Educator in the Blue Room Pre-K program, where I look forward to preparing our students for Kindergarten next year.
I have the privilege of working with young children every day. Their enthusiasm is infectious! My profession is to guide preschoolers on their journey as successful lifelong learners, however, I believe I learn just as much from them. The children remind me of what is important in life. They teach me to enjoy every moment and not take myself too seriously. It’s important to laugh and cry, and to look out for each other. How lucky am I to experience their wisdom every day!