Therita matriculated with 4 distinctions from Southcity School. She was also a prefect, deputy-house captain, and avid sportswoman. Therita completed her Bachelor of Education in Early Childhood Development and Foundation Phase Education, and then went on to teach at International Schools in Laos and Cambodia for 5 years. In her free time, she likes to read, spend time with friends and family, and volunteer at animal charities.