Team Leaders

Vanessa Cameron MSc

Team Leader

I have been an experienced educator serving children for over 20 years. I was inspired to create a support group for early childhood teachers in response to the Covid-19 pandemic challenges to education.  It is my hope that by collaborating with other leaders in the field we can motivate teachers and inspire a growth mindset.  Through collaboration we can accomplish so much more.   I want to mitigate some of the effects the school closures will have on students such as illiteracy. The Early Childhood Legacy Team  is designed to partner with professionals who are interested in supporting teachers to enhance their knowledge and skills .  Students need to develop a growth mindset and perform at  their optimum potential .  

I am a graduate of Shortwood Teachers College and holds a Teaching Diploma in Early Childhood Education, a Bachelors Degree in Guidance and Counselling from the International University of the Caribbean, a MSc in Early Childhood Studies from Walden University and a Graduate Certificate in Infant and Child Mental Health from Seneca College, Canada.  I have worked both in the private and public schools, serving children from low socio-economic to very high socio-economic  levels.  Over my twenty years in teaching I have worked in every grade level from Preschool to Grade 3.  My knowledge and skills are supported with my extensive classroom experience.

As an educator I have an awesome opportunity to join forces with other leaders in early childhood education to motivate  teachers, elevate their practice and thinking about teaching.  Ultimately, reproducing great teachers that will leave a positive  legacy. I am excited to have established the Early Childhood Legacy Team  that focuses on a global collaborative process that will empower early childhood teachers to develop a growth mindset and effectively improve provisions in the classroom for children. As an agent of social change strengthening the early years  is the best action I can take to ensure a better and brighter future for everyone.

Dr. Pearlyn Henry-Burrell EdD

Team Leader

Dr. Pearlyn Henry-Burrell is a qualified and experienced educator who has over 20 years of experience in teaching and practicum supervision. Dr. Henry- Burrell currently works as an Early Childhood Care and Education Officer with the Early Childhood Care and Education Unit, in the Ministry of Education. She also serves as a part-time Early Childhood lecturer and practicum supervisor with the University of the West Indies Open Campus, Cayman Islands. She previously served as a Special Education Coordinator (SENCO) for two Primary Schools. Prior to assuming the role of a SENCO, Dr. Henry-Burrell served as a Kindergarten and Reception Class teacher and holds a Teaching Diploma and Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education from Shortwood Teachers’ College, MSc. in Inclusive Special Education from Roehampton University , a MSc. in Early Childhood Studies and a Doctorate in Curriculum, Assessment and Instruction from Walden University.

Dr. Henry-Burrell has extensive practice in Early Childhood Education and is the immediate past president of the Cayman Islands Early Childhood Association. She is a mentor and teacher trainer for aspiring and in service Early Childhood Practitioners. Dr. Henry-Burrell initiated and supported numerous community projects that support young children and their families. Dr. Henry-Burrell is an international speaker who presented on key matters pertaining to early Literacy and supporting children with special education needs.  Additionally, she mentors and supports ladies through an online programme known as the Global Prayer Ladies Supper Club.

As a leader, she is passionate about making a difference in the field. Pearlyn holds her Doctorate degree in Curriculum Assessment and Instruction from Walden University and is a member of Cayman Island Early Childhood Association. Moving forward, she hopes to open an early childhood training institute for teachers to train, study and research.

In her spare time, Pearlyn enjoys traveling and singing and she is a member of the International Society of Female Professionals.  Dr. Henry-Burrell has offered to continue training and supporting teachers as a Team Leader.