meet the teachers
Munire
director, lead teacher
I've been an Early Childhood Educator for 7 years and am a certified teacher in Early Childhood Education and Elementary Education.
I decided to open my own daycare to provide the community with the kind of care and attention I wanted for my own two children. I am dedicated to making every child here feel loved, supported, and confident. All the children I've taught hold special places in my heart and I take this privilege to take care of your children very seriously.
(speaks English and Turkish)
Gulistan
assistant teacher
I have an Associate's degree in Child Development and have been working with children for 4 years. I am a mom to a little boy which has taught me a lot about patience and to enjoy the silly moments. I love working with children and am so happy to be part of the Fig & Olive family. Thank you for sharing your children with us!
(speaks Turkish and English)
Rania
assistant teacher
Rania is a local student studying Child Development. She has extensive experience with children including tutoring refugees, volunteering for SOS Children's Village in Pakistan, and being a camp counselor in Rolling Meadows.
She shows sincere kindness and dedication to the children and we are so happy she is with us!
Mina
Quran teacher
Mina is a scholar of the Quran and teaches the children proper tajweed. She is a mom to two little ones and understands what children really need to stay engaged and interested.
She is passionate about spreading her love for Quran and does her best for the children.
warm and home-like environment
Your child will feel like they're with family here at Fig & Olive. Separating from parents can be scary for little ones, so being cared for in a warm and loving home helps soothe these normal worries. The mixed age group allows the smaller children to learn skills like talking, potty-training, walking, and more from the big kids; while the older children learn skills of patience and kindness from the littles.
meals made with love
Healthy homemade meals and snacks are served everyday and included in the cost of tuition. They are thoughtfully planned to provide well-balanced nutrition and variety, while using safe and natural ingredients. All meat served is halal. Breakfast will start at 8:30, at 10:30 there will be a fruit and grain snack, lunch will be at 12:30, and a vegetable and protein snack will be served at 3:30.
