Teri has a BS degree in Business Education and a Masters in Education from St. Mary's University. She has worked as a paralegal at a law firm for over 15 years. She was an Instructor at Alexandria Technical College in the paralegal and business department for several years. Most recently, Teri has taught business and computer classes at Long Prairie Grey Eagle School. She presently serves at the Program Director for the Nita M. Lowey 21st Community Learning Center Grant at Long Prairie Grey Eagle School.