With 15 years of experience working with young children, including a period of being a stay at home parent, Emily Lind is passionate about early childhood development and fostering positive learning experiences for young children. She has an extensive background in early childhood education, holding a Bachelor’s of Science in Early Childhood Education from LSU and a Master’s of Education in Early Intervention from Southeastern. Emily's educational journey also includes a semester abroad in London, which shaped her global perspective on teaching.

Emily’s educational philosophy centers on play based developmentally appropriate practices and high-quality early childhood experiences. Emily thrives in collaborative environments and enjoys sharing ideas with fellow professionals and parents alike. She believes that working together allows her to create the best possible learning experiences for her students. Her favorite part of teaching is seeing children master new skills and knowing that she helped guide them there.

At The Link School, Emily appreciates the flexibility she has to teach using best practices backed by research, as well as the supportive, close-knit community that makes the school feel like a family.

In her free time, Emily enjoys reading (especially audiobooks), exercising, and spending quality time with friends and family.

Larkin Dorris is a passionate educator with a heart for working with children. Although this is her first teaching job, she brings a deep love for education and helping kids that has shaped her journey. Larkin earned her degree in Elementary Education from Mississippi College, where she developed a strong foundation for teaching and began to truly connect with her calling.

Growing up in a family full of teachers, Larkin’s path to education was almost inevitable, but it wasn't always the plan. Initially, she dreamed of being a chef, painter, or fashion designer. However, everything changed in 2009 when she was diagnosed with medulloblastoma brain cancer. During her time at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in Memphis, Larkin realized her true passion was to help children in their own journeys, just as she had been supported through her own.

Larkin began working with kids long before her career started—starting with a summer job as an assistant camp director for a fairytale engineering camp before her sophomore year of high school. Since then, she’s been dedicated to working with children, including teaching in the kindergarten Flamingo Room at Morrison Heights Church.

Her favorite thing about teaching is witnessing the moment when a child has a breakthrough with their goals, and that sense of accomplishment is something she strives to facilitate every day in the classroom. Larkin appreciates the close-knit community at The Link School, where the supportive environment enriches her experience as an educator and allows her to grow alongside her students.

Outside of the classroom, Larkin enjoys working with kids, but also finds time for herself in activities that bring her joy and peace, continuing to foster her passion for helping children thrive.

Precious Franklin is a dedicated educator with 5 years of experience in the field. She holds a Bachelor's of Science degree in Speech Pathology and Audiology from Southern University A&M College and a Master's of Science in Psychology with a concentration in Applied Behavior Analysis from Purdue University Global. Precious is also a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst candidate and has been recognized with a Core Value Award for her integrity, attention to detail, and prioritizing students' needs.

Precious's passion for education stems from her deep love of working with children and helping them grow. She finds immense joy in seeing her students make progress, knowing that her efforts have made a positive impact on their lives. For her, teaching is more than just a profession—it’s a chance to shape futures and provide meaningful learning experiences.

Her favorite aspect of working at The Link School is the supportive and welcoming environment. Precious feels like part of a family there, enjoying the laughter, conversations, and camaraderie with both students and coworkers. It’s the perfect place for her to continue growing as an educator while making a difference in her students' lives.

Outside of work, Precious enjoys reading, going to Hotworx, and spending quality time with her friends and family.

Terriea Hebert, known as Ms. Terri to her students, has been dedicated to education since 2018, when she began tutoring elementary school students. With a Bachelor’s degree in Child and Family Studies, Ms. Terri is passionate about supporting children's growth and development. She is also an Apple Teacher certified educator, further showcasing her commitment to incorporating technology into her teaching.

Her journey into education stems from a deep sense of purpose. Having recognized that people who look like her were once denied education, Ms. Terri views learning as a powerful tool. She takes it as her civic duty to never stop learning and to share her knowledge with others, especially the next generation.

Ms. Terri loves seeing the joy on her students' faces when they grasp new concepts. That moment of discovery and growth is what motivates her every day. At The Link School, she appreciates the many opportunities for natural environment teaching (NET), allowing her to create meaningful and engaging learning experiences for her students.

In her spare time, Ms. Terri enjoys reading, drawing, and exploring new foods with her family, making memories outside of the classroom that enrich her life and inspire her work.