DANA IMLAH
Lombard
Summary
Experienced site supervisor and director in early childhood education, adept at managing compliance, staff supervision, and program development. Committed to creating supportive learning environments that empower teachers and foster student success through targeted professional development initiatives.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Site Supervisor
Metropolitan Family Services
02.2019 - 02.2026
- Supervise classroom environments and needs, ensure DCFS, NAEYC, OHS, ISBE compliance, monitor inventory of sites, ensure that all program requirements are completed, monitor budgets for the sites, planning and conducting monthly site meetings and supervisions with staff, attend meetings and trainings weekly.
- Supervised educational programs and teachers to enhance instructional quality.
- Ensured adherence to all applicable regulations at each site to uphold quality.
- Facilitated staff meetings and supervision sessions to enhance communication and team cohesion.
- Followed specific program requirements to ensure compliance and quality.
- Assessed and tracked inventory levels to maintain adequate supply availability.
Director and Subsidy Specialist
Cadence Academy Preschool
03.2016 - 02.2019
- Oversee all day to day operations of the 7 classroom center. Oversaw all the curriculum and instruction of teachers, administration work, plus stepping in to cover in classrooms when necessary.
- Led curriculum development to enhance early childhood education programs.
- Managed staff recruitment, training, and performance evaluations for educators.
- Developed and maintained relationships with parents and community stakeholders.
Teacher
Rogys Learning Place
08.2012 - 03.2016
- Collaborated with diverse age groups to design and execute curriculum and assessment tools that fostered student engagement and learning.
- Developed engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse student needs.
- Implemented classroom management techniques to maintain a positive learning environment.
- Facilitated interactive activities to promote student participation and collaboration.
Education
Masters of Education - Curriculum and Instruction
Concordia University
01-2014
Bachelors - Parks and Recreation Administration
Illinois State University
01-2008
Skills
- site safety management
- compliance monitoring
- Safety compliance
- budget management
- program planning
- operational leadership
- staff supervision
- Staff management
- training development
- team collaboration
- effective communication
Personal Information
Title: Site Supervisor
Timeline
Site Supervisor
Metropolitan Family Services
02.2019 - 02.2026
Director and Subsidy Specialist
Cadence Academy Preschool
03.2016 - 02.2019
Teacher
Rogys Learning Place
08.2012 - 03.2016
Masters of Education - Curriculum and Instruction
Concordia University
Bachelors - Parks and Recreation Administration
Illinois State University