Dawn Pulscher Olijnek

Dawn Olijnek serves as the Development Director at Educare of Omaha, Inc., where she has over 12 years of experience in public relations, marketing, and communication within nonprofit and government sectors. Her role involves promoting the organization's mission and engaging with the community to support early childhood education initiatives.

Professional Background

• Experience: Dawn has a strong background in nonprofit development, focusing on strategic communication and community engagement. She has been instrumental in various initiatives aimed at appreciating educators and addressing teacher recruitment challenges in Nebraska.12
• Current Initiatives: Recently, she emphasized the importance of recognizing teachers through appreciation events, which include lunches and personalized gifts, while also working to recruit new educators through paid internships that provide hands-on classroom experience.1

Contact Information

• Email: dolijnek@educareomaha.org
• Phone: 402-561-6190

Dawn Olijnek's commitment to early childhood education and her extensive experience make her a key figure in the efforts to enhance educational opportunities in Omaha.