A middle school teacher in Douglas County was arrested Monday on suspicion of sexually assaulting a child, according to the sheriff’s office.

Teresa Whalin, a 28-year-old woman from Centennial, was arrested on investigation of sexual assault on a child by one in a position of trust, internet exploitation of a child and stalking, according to the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office .

Whalin, a Ranch View Middle School teacher, is scheduled to appear Monday in court for a hearing on official charges. As of Wednesday, she had been placed on administrative leave by the Douglas County School District.

The 28-year-old has worked for the school district since July 2021, according to the sheriff’s office.

Anyone with information about Whalin or additional victims is asked to contact investigator

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