Dr. Caroline Burleigh

4th Grade Teacher
Since 2025 (Previously 1999-2005)
D.Ed. Early Childhood Education, Northcentral University (now National University)
M.Ed. Curriculum and Instruction, Clarks Summit University
B.S. Elementary Education, Clarks Summit University
NH Certification: Experienced Educator License, Endorsement: Elementary Education K-8, ACSI Professional Lifetime Certificate, Level: Elementary Education

Get To Know Dr. Burleigh
I knew from an early age that I wanted to be a teacher. After college, I got my first teaching job teaching second grade at PCA the first year they were at the Dover campus. While teaching at PCA, I went to earn my Master’s degree. I later taught in the Early Childhood/Elementary Education program at Clarks Summit University in PA for 19 years and also earned my doctorate in Early Childhood Education during that time. I moved back to New Hampshire in 2024 and returned to PCA to teach fourth grade.

What do you love about teaching?
I love the opportunity and privilege to shape young lives and to watch the growth that occurs in students throughout the course of the year.

What do you love about working at PCA?
I love working at PCA because of the opportunity to integrate my faith into my teaching.

What is one of your favorite moments in teaching?
That’s a tough one to answer after 27 years of teaching. I think each year brings it’s own special moments and memories, but watching the growth that children make throughout the year is always one of my favorite things.

Hearing about former students or running into them is always one of my favorite things and also learning that some have gone on to be teachers themselves. It’s also fun to hear the things they remembered or found significant from their time in my class.

Favorite Scripture:
Isaiah 41:10 “So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.