Oakland Support Staff

Steve has been with Little Jewels since the beginning of 2004. He is married with three children, two boys, and one girl. Steve came to us through McDonald's, where he met Julie Dobski. He worked there for 26 years. He loves children and enjoys music and trivia.

Ms. Laura has been with Little Jewels since 2014. She and her husband Michael currently reside in Bloomington with their daughter Amelia and 2 cuddly cats Pandora and Sam.  She currently sits on the Miller Park Zoo and Friends of the BCPA boards, Women United Steering Committee and loves to volunteer! When she’s not working, she loves to read and spend time with family and Friends!

Hannah has been at Little Jewels since 2022. She is a junior at Normal West High School. She hopes to one day become a speech Pathologist in a hospital. She enjoys hanging out with her friends and watching netflix.

I am from the small town of Toluca, IL. I graduated from ISU with a teaching degree. I have been married to my husband Rich for 45 years. We have 3 children and 9 grandchildren. I enjoy volunteering at a local food pantry and outside activities. I also enjoy subbing at LJLC!

Hi I'm Miss Dani! I am a sophomore at Illinois State University. From a young age I have always loved working with kids, whether that be babysitting or teaching dance. I love to spend quality time with my friends and family, watch tv and movies, and spend time outdoors. I am so happy to be a part of the Little Jewels family!

Hi! My name is Kelly and I am a junior studying Elementary Education at ISU, and am working towards an ESL endorsement! I am one of seven children and have been around kids my whole life. I absolutely love working with and watching kids grow! In my spare time I love reading, listening to music and going for walks. I'm excited to teach and learn from your kids!

Hi, I’m Ms. Sara! I am a junior elementary education major at Illinois State University. I like to stay active and hang out with my friends. I have always loved working with kids and I can’t wait until I have a classroom of my own one day!

My name is Payton Allen I am originally from Gibson City. I just went to Parkland college and I now attend Illinois State University. I am studying Elementary Education and will graduate in Fall of 2026. I am very excited to be a part of the Little Jewels family!