Dana Bergthold
Frankfort,IL
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Resource Management Senior Associate
RSM
Chicago, Illinois
05.2024 - 05.2026
- Analyzed capacity utilization and demand data to optimize staffing for 100+ professionals, enhancing resource allocation.
- Collaborated with senior leadership to implement strategic initiatives, driving alignment across the firm.
- Developed reports and dashboards to track progress and highlight key performance indicators, facilitating informed decision-making.
Assistant Superintendent of Student Services
Community Consolidated School District 181
Hinsdale, USA
07.2018 - 03.2024
- Lead strategic workforce planning and resource allocation for 150+ staff members across multiple departments, ensuring optimal deployment of personnel to support student achievement and operational excellence.
- Direct annual budget planning and execution of $1.6M+ departmental budget, maintaining fiscal responsibility while advancing program quality and service delivery.
- Partner with Board of Education and executive leadership on policy development, strategic planning, and performance reporting, translating complex educational data into actionable insights.
- Achieved 100% compliance with federal and state special education regulations through program reviews, staff training, and risk management protocols.
- Designed and implemented professional development initiatives enhancing staff competencies in data analysis, compliance procedures, and evidence-based instructional practices.
Director of Student Services
Community Consolidated School District 230
Orland Park, USA
07.2013 - 06.2017
- Redesigned staffing models and service delivery frameworks to enhance student outcomes in district special education programs for diverse populations.
- Cultivated strategic partnerships with parents, community organizations, and external agencies to expand resources and support systems for students with specialized needs.
- Maintained rigorous compliance standards for all special education programs through comprehensive auditing, documentation systems, and continuous improvement processes.
- Established performance metrics and accountability systems to evaluate program effectiveness and track student progress toward individualized goals.
Assistant Director of Student Services / School Psychologist
New Lenox School District 181
New Lenox, USA
08.2004 - 01.2013
- Managed comprehensive special education programs including evaluation protocols, service coordination, and individualized education plan development for students with diverse learning needs.
- Supervised multidisciplinary teams of psychologists, social workers, and support staff, enhancing team effectiveness through coaching, performance feedback, and professional development.
- Analyzed student achievement data and program outcomes, identifying trends to inform intervention strategies and enhance service delivery.
- Resolved complex parent concerns, facilitating collaborative problem-solving to build trust and achieve positive outcomes for students and families.
Education
Ed.D. - Education Leadership
University of St. Francis
Joliet, IL12-2020
M.A. - School Leadership
Olivet Nazarene University
Bourbonnais, IL05-2010
M.A. - School Psychology
Governors State University
University Park, IL05-2003
B.A. - Psychology
University of St. Francis
Joliet, IL05-2000
Skills
- Resource allocation
- Data analysis
- Strategic planning
- Performance metrics
- Staff training
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Team leadership
- Conflict resolution
- Team supervision
- Proficient in Microsoft 365 Suite
- Proficient in Google Office suite
Additional Leadership Experience
- Led cross-functional teams through organizational change initiatives, ensuring seamless transitions and maintaining service continuity during periods of growth and transformation.
- Provided data dashboards and reporting systems that provide executive leadership with real-time visibility into operational performance, compliance status, and resource utilization.
- Facilitated mediation processes to resolve conflicts and build consensus among diverse stakeholder groups, leveraging certified mediation skills to achieve win-win outcomes.
References
Professional references available upon request.
Leadership Summary
Senior leader with deep experience in resource planning, staffing optimization, compliance, and executive reporting. Proven ability to align people, budgets, and priorities to deliver results in complex, regulated environments. Recognized for data-driven decision-making, stakeholder leadership, and operational execution.
Timeline
Resource Management Senior Associate
RSM
05.2024 - 05.2026
Assistant Superintendent of Student Services
Community Consolidated School District 181
07.2018 - 03.2024
Director of Student Services
Community Consolidated School District 230
07.2013 - 06.2017
Assistant Director of Student Services / School Psychologist
New Lenox School District 181
08.2004 - 01.2013
Ed.D. - Education Leadership
University of St. Francis
M.A. - School Leadership
Olivet Nazarene University
M.A. - School Psychology
Governors State University
B.A. - Psychology
University of St. Francis