Tiny Tots Staff
Professional Care
Brittany Burgess
Director of Tiny Tots
Brittany has a bachelor’s degree from Edinboro University of PA in early childhood education and special education. She has five years of preschool experience, and in addition she facilitated a summer camp for three years. Brittany is a former Special Education teacher where she taught for two years in Campbell County Public Schools. Additionally, she was a 4th grade teacher for four years at JG Brumfield, and a Fifth-grade teacher at CM Bradley. She has had training in Dyslexia, Behavior Management, and a renowned phonics program called Orton-Gillingham. Brittany is originally from Pennsylvania; but now resides in Brandy Station with her husband and 3 children. Brittany and her family live on their family farm raising cattle, pigs, chickens, donkeys, and ducks. Brittany enjoys cooking, spending time outdoors, going on adventures with her family, and travelling.
Christian McGahan
Assistant Director
Christian McGahan holds a bachelor’s degree in psychology from Grand Canyon University and is currently pursuing her master’s degree, also through Grand Canyon University. She additionally earned a certification in Early Childhood Development from Laurel Ridge Community College.
With over 15 years of experience in early childhood education, Christian has dedicated her career to supporting the growth and development of young children. Her journey at Tiny Tots began when she was just 18 years old, and the center has remained a place of professional growth, learning, and meaningful connections throughout her career. After years of dedication to early childhood education, Christian is excited to step into her new administrative role as Assistant Director, where she looks forward to continuing to support children, families, and staff while helping the program thrive.
In addition to her experience at Tiny Tots, Christian has worked within Fauquier County Public Schools, serving students and families at P.B. Smith Elementary School, Taylor Middle School, and Brumfield Elementary School. These experiences have strengthened her commitment to education and child development across a variety of age groups and learning environments.
Christian is also grateful for the growth she has experienced in her faith in Jesus Christ over the years. She believes that her faith has deepened her passion for serving children and families with compassion, patience, and purpose. One of the reasons she is especially excited to continue her work at Tiny Tots is the opportunity to be part of a Christ-centered environment where she can help nurture not only children’s educational development but also the values of faith, kindness, and community.
Christian resides with her husband, Timothy, and their three daughters: Miyah (15), Tealynn (5), and Imber (4). In her spare time, she enjoys completing coursework toward her graduate degree, working on projects with her husband, and spending quality time with her daughters.
Janie Todd
Consultant/Part-time Director
She is the past co-Director and the founder of Warrenton Baptist Tiny Tots Child Care. She received her undergraduate degree from Carson-Newman College in Early Childhood Education. She completed her Master’s Degree in Elementary Education from George Mason University in 1982. She has pursued over 30 Post Graduate hours from various Universities. While relocating to Richmond she worked for Derby Preschool for one year before returning to the Fauquier County area in 1994. Janie worked in the Fairfax County Special Education Preschool for one year and Fauquier Elementary Schools through retirement in 2020. Janie was named the Washington Post Teacher of the Year for Fauquier County Public Schools in 2005. She has 2 daughters, 1 grandson (who has attended Tiny Tots ages 2-5), and 1 granddaughter. Both of her daughters attended Tiny Tots as young children and have chosen careers in education as well. Janie serves on the WEE committee for the Church and is an on staff consultant and Part-Time Director for Tiny Tots. She enjoys antiquing, music, Bible studies, and being with her family.
Hazel Birckhead
Accounts Manager
Hazel is the mother of 3 adult children and 6 grandchildren. Hazel lives in Warrenton, VA. Prior to living in Virginia, Hazel attended Beckley College in West Virginia and Arizona Western in Yuma, Arizona. She worked in the banking business for over 33 years serving as a Vice President and head of a mortgage company prior to working 13 years at Tiny Tots. In addition to cooking, she enjoys time with her family, watching NATS baseball, classical music and playing the piano. It has been with much pride that she has seen all 6 grandchildren attend Tiny Tots and do very well in school and college.
