Karen Lesinski
Saint Peters,MO
Summary
Compassionate Daycare Director with a background in managing daily operations of childcare centers. Strengths include creating nurturing environments, implementing educational programs, and maintaining high levels of child safety. Demonstrated success in staff management and parent engagement to foster positive relationships. Proven ability to comply with local regulations while improving center quality and service delivery.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Daycare Director/Owner/Operator
Karen’s Kids Inc.
Saint Peters, MO
11.1999 - 03.2025
- Directed daily operations of childcare facility ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
- Managed staff recruitment, training, and development to enhance team performance.
- Oversaw curriculum development promoting child growth and learning objectives.
- Maintained budget oversight ensuring resource allocation aligned with goals.
- Implemented policies improving operational efficiency and service quality.
- Evaluated program effectiveness adjusting activities based on feedback and observations.
- Ensured compliance with all federal, state and local regulations related to childcare services provided by the daycare center.
- Facilitated team meetings with staff members to review policies and procedures, discuss issues or concerns, provide training updates.
- Maintained records in accordance with state laws and regulations regarding health and safety standards.
- Managed daily operations of daycare facility, including staff supervision and budgeting.
- Provided emergency first aid when needed during incidents involving any of the children under care.
- Organized activities such as art projects, games, stories, music, field trips. to stimulate learning environment.
- Scheduled routine maintenance on equipment used throughout the daycare center.
- Interviewed potential employees and conducted background checks prior to hiring.
- Assisted in recruiting new families by organizing open house events or tours of the facility.
- Developed and implemented policies and procedures to ensure safety and quality of care for children.
- Monitored staffing levels to ensure adequate coverage for all shifts at the facility.
- Coordinated special programs such as holiday parties or summer camps for enrolled students.
- Resolved conflicts between staff members by providing constructive feedback and coaching strategies.
- Provided guidance and support to teachers in order to improve teaching methods and skillset.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Human Services
Lindenwood University
Saint Charles, MO 08.1991 - 05.1995
Skills
- Curriculum development
- Staff recruitment
- Safety compliance
- Budget management
- Policy implementation
- Team collaboration
- Parent communication
- Effective leadership
- Employee training
- First aid and CPR
Timeline
Daycare Director/Owner/Operator
Karen’s Kids Inc.
11.1999 - 03.2025
Bachelor of Science - Human Services
Lindenwood University
08.1991 - 05.1995