Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
STARBASE/YES Experience
Certification
References
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Dana Hanni

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Summary

Dynamic STEM educator with a proven record at STARBASE Fort Drum, leading curriculum development and coordinating programs for 1,000+ students annually. Experienced in team collaboration and interim-director responsibilities, demonstrating strong leadership and readiness for administrative advancement. Skilled in Google Workspace, time management, and delivering engaging, standards-aligned instruction.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Director

STARBASE Fort Drum
Fort Drum
09.2025 - Current
  • Established clear communication channels between departments to improve collaboration and efficiency.
  • Facilitated regular team meetings to align initiatives with company objectives.
  • Trained and mentored staff members to enhance skill development and performance.
  • Directed daily operations, ensuring compliance with laws and regulations.
  • Encouraged open communication between teams to foster a collaborative environment.

Program Instructor

STARBASE Fort Drum
Fort Drum
06.2022 - 09.2025
  • Lead instructor for week-long STEM-based programs for 4th and 5th-grade students.
  • Designed and implemented an inquiry-based, hands-on curriculum aligned to NYS learning standards in science, technology, and math.
  • Created a program-wide curriculum schedule for three consecutive years.
  • Collaborated with co-instructors and military personnel to coordinate daily operations.
  • Served as acting director in the director’s absence, taking responsibility for scheduling, communication, and oversight.
  • Maintained a positive learning environment and engaged over 1,000 students annually.
  • Collaborated with educators to align program objectives with school standards.

Operations Store Manager

LaBoutique of Alexandria Bay
Alexandria Bay
06.1998 - 06.2024
  • Oversaw day-to-day store operations, including employee supervision, inventory control, and customer service.
  • Trained and evaluated staff, promoted team accountability, and maintained operational standards.
  • Managed all banking and vendor-related transactions.
  • Accounts Payable/ Recievable
  • Ensured consistent, efficient workflows, and exceeded company performance benchmarks.
  • Supervised staff and delegated tasks to team members.
  • Monitored inventory levels and coordinated restocking efforts.

Teacher - 5th Grade

St. James Parochial School
Gouverneur
08.2009 - 08.2016
  • Taught all subject areas for fifth grade; provided math instruction for fourth and sixth grades.
  • Served as a math coach, mentoring teachers, and modeling best instructional practices.
  • Developed and differentiated curriculum to meet varied student needs.
  • Fostered a collaborative learning environment, and maintained regular communication with parents.

  • Collaborated with parents to address student needs and concerns effectively.
  • Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents, and teaching staff.

Education

Master of Science - Curriculum & Instruction

State University of New York At Potsdam
Potsdam, NY
08-2010

Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education

State University of New York At Potsdam
Potsdam, NY
05-2008

Skills

  • Curriculum development
  • Time management
  • Problem solving
  • Team collaboration
  • Program coordination
  • Effective communication
  • Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, Canva
  • Employee training

STARBASE/YES Experience

STARBASE Fort Drum
Program Director
September 2025- Present

Program Instructor
Starbase Academy – Fort Drum, NY
2022 – September 2025

Certification

  • CPR Certified

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Director

STARBASE Fort Drum
09.2025 - Current

Program Instructor

STARBASE Fort Drum
06.2022 - 09.2025

Teacher - 5th Grade

St. James Parochial School
08.2009 - 08.2016

Operations Store Manager

LaBoutique of Alexandria Bay
06.1998 - 06.2024

Master of Science - Curriculum & Instruction

State University of New York At Potsdam

Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education

State University of New York At Potsdam

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