Meet our TLE® Center team

Danielle Booker
Center Director
Favorite TLE® Character:
Penny Polite
My name is Danielle Booker. I am the Center Director here at The Learning Experience at Bella Terra. I have worked in the Early Childhood Education field for over 10 years as a Teacher, Admissions Specialist, Enrollment Specialist, and Assistant Director. I have 3 children and live in the Katy area. I enjoy spending time with my family and giving back to the community. I am excited to anticipate all the time we have ahead in partnering with each other in your child’s education. I look forward to the opportunity to get to know you and start this great adventure. Thank you for allowing me to be a part of your child’s education and welcome to our Learning Experience family.

Tonya Rundless
Center Director
Favorite TLE® Character:
Penny Polite
My name is Tonya Rundless and I am a Director for The Learning Experience at Bella Terra. I have over 33 years of experience in Early Education. As a former educator, I am extremely passionate about the education of young children and excited to help your child begin their learning journey. Through-out the years I have learned that child care needs go beyond learning. Before a child can learn they must feel comfortable in a safe and healthy environment. Our curriculum allows the children to develop academically with their peers while discovering their individual strengths. At The Learning Experience Bella Terra, our goal is to pave the foundation for children to become successful, confident, and enthusiastic lifelong learners. I am excited to meet with you and show you our center as well as introduce you to our fantastic staff.

Ashley Waitschies
Business Manager
Favorite TLE® Character:
Lionstein
Ashley has over 10 years of Early Childhood Experience. She started her journey in education as a Preschool teacher and has since been an Assistant Director and holds both a Child Development Associates Certificate and Texas Director Credential. Together with a team of amazing staff and management, Ashely is committed to providing your family with a loving and developmentally sound foundation for a lifetime of learning here at TLE!

Stephanie
Infant Teacher
Favorite TLE® Character:
Bubbles
I'm Ms. Stephanie! I have six years of experience in early education and have my associates degree in Medical Assisting. I absolutely love to watch my infant students grow and learn! My favorite TLE character is Bubbles because he helps our little learners expand their minds through play.

Yessenia
Toddler Teacher
Favorite TLE® Character:
Penny Polite
Hello my name is Yessenia! I have about three years of experience in early childhood education and have been with The Learning Experience of Bella Terra since February of 2020. I love playing a role in children’s early years of education and watching them learn while also having fun. My favorite TLE character is Penny Polite because she teaches us all of our manners!

Joy
Twaddler Teacher
Favorite TLE® Character:
Bubbles
Hello, I am Ms. Joy! I have been with The Learning Experience of Bella Terra since March of 2020, but have worked in early education for three years. I love working with children because they have so much energy and always keep me on my toes. Bubbles is my favorite character because I love his outgoing personality.

Briana
Prepper Teacher
Favorite TLE® Character:
Penny Polite
Hello I’m Michaela and I have been with The Learning Experience since of 2019. I truly have a passion and desire to educate young minds. What I enjoy most about working with children is watching their growth and development. Penny Polite is my favorite TLE character because she emphasizes the importance of using manners and good character building by showing children how to be kind to others.

Michaela
Prepper Teacher
Favorite TLE® Character:
Penny Polite
Hello I’m Michaela I have been with The Learning Experience of Bella Terra since 2019. What I enjoy most about working with children is watching their growth and development. Penny Polite is my favorite TLE character because she emphasizes the importance of using manners and learning good character building skills by showing children how to be a kind and caring friend.

Zulema
Infant A Teacher
Favorite TLE® Character:
Bubbles
My name is Ms. Zuly! I have a degree in Business Administration and have been in the early education industry for seven years. I have worked at The Learning Experience of Bella Terra since 2018. I’m amazed by how quickly my students learn and grow! Bubbles is my favorite TLE character because of his outgoing personality!

Hilary
Preschool Teacher
Favorite TLE® Character:
Flexi Flamingo
Hello I’m Ms. Hilary! I have 8 years of experience in early education and I have a true passion for teaching and making a difference with young minds. My favorite TLE character is Flexi Flamingo because she reminds the kids how to stay healthy while also having fun! I am dedicated to helping every one of my students meet and achieve their academic goals.

Amanda
Preschool 3 Teacher
Favorite TLE® Character:
Bubbles
My name is Ms. Mandy! I have a degree in early childhood education from Purdue University. With about thirty-seven years of experience I can say working in early education is my true passion! I love working with and shaping the minds of young children. It’s important for me to provide a safe and nurturing environment for my students while their parents are at work. I believe children can develop and grow in a loving environment while also having fun.

Christina Higa
Operations Manager
My name is Christina Higa. I have been with The Learning Experience since 2016, as an Operations Manager for franchised owned centers. My role is to provide leadership for centers. I support centers in their ongoing efforts to provide the highest level of service to our children and families. I have worked in the Early Education field for over 25 years. I hold a Child Development Associates and Director Credential through the State of Texas. I am also a member of NAEYC and Early Learners. The Learning Experience was built on three key educational and care principles: cognitive, physical, and social; or as we say at TLE®, "learn, play, and grow!" My goal is to ensure the highest quality early childhood education experience for your child. I want you to feel secure in the knowledge that you have chosen an excellent learning program with nurturing and knowledgeable teachers.