Pamela LeJeune
Summary
Experienced leader with strong background in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Excels in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals. Known for collaborative approach and commitment to excellence.
Overview
41
41
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Daycare Director
Friends of Assist
08.2008 - 08.2025
- Developed and implemented age-appropriate curricula to enhance children's learning experiences.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring compliance with licensing regulations and safety standards.
- Managed staff recruitment, training, and performance evaluations to build a high-performing team.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents, addressing concerns and promoting open communication.
- Spearheaded initiatives to improve program quality and increase enrollment rates effectively.
- Coordinated activities and schedules to maximize educational opportunities for children.
- Implemented budgeting strategies that optimized resource allocation and reduced operational costs.
- Led professional development workshops to enhance staff skills and knowledge in early childhood education.
- Ensured safety of children by enforcing strict health and safety guidelines in compliance with state regulations.
- Managed administrative tasks such as record-keeping, billing, and reporting to ensure efficient operation of the daycare center.
- Implemented ongoing professional development opportunities for staff members, improving overall quality of care provided at the facility.
- Brought center into full compliance with licensing and safety regulations for fire and disaster preparedness, Department of Public Health codes and USDA nutritional guidelines.
- Enhanced children''s emotional and social development by implementing age-appropriate programs and activities.
- Streamlined daycare operations through effective scheduling, staff management, and budget control.
- Implemented continuous improvement initiatives based on feedback from parents, staff members, licensing agencies, or external consultants.
- Promoted a positive learning culture by modeling appropriate behavior management strategies for staff members to emulate.
- Recruited, selected and retained quality administrators, teachers and support staff.
- Mentored and trained staff members to provide consistent high-quality care for all children.
- Maintained a clean, organized, and welcoming environment for children to feel comfortable exploring their surroundings.
- Identified signs of potential emotional or developmental concerns in children and brought to parent or guardian attention.
- Managed program paperwork and child records to comply with state requirements.
- Furnished facility with supplies, equipment, food and materials to foster social and cognitive development.
- Communicated with local and state government agencies to maintain compliance with all regulations.
- Supervised childcare workers and oversaw facility to meet state requirements for education and training.
- Established and optimized program schedules to cover planned needs while capitalizing on opportunities to improve student learning.
Faith Christian Fellowship/Noah's Ark Daycare
David McCraney
07.1989 - 09.2007
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Lavergne's Transport Receptionist
Floyd Lavergne
04.1984 - 07.1989
- Managed front desk operations
- Coordinated communication between departments to enhance workflow and service delivery.
- Developed and maintained filing systems to support document retrieval and organization.
- Handled multi-line phone system, directing calls promptly to appropriate personnel.
- Implemented improvements in office procedures, enhancing overall operational efficiency.
- Answered phone promptly and directed incoming calls to correct offices.
- Kept reception area clean and neat to give visitors positive first impression.
- Handled cash transactions and maintained sales and payments records accurately.
Education
High School Diploma -
Church Point High School
Church Point, LAAssociate of Science - Childhood Development
Council For Professional Recognition
12-2015
Skills
- Parent communication
- Employee training
- Budgeting and finance
- Child development expertise
- Health and nutrition
- Child safety protocols
- Staff management
- Facility management
- Early childhood education
- First aid and CPR
- Marketing and promotion
- Professional ethics
- Administrative functions
- Program assessment
- Fostering positive environment
- Marketing and communications
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
Certification
15 hours of continual training every year
Timeline
Daycare Director
Friends of Assist
08.2008 - 08.2025
Faith Christian Fellowship/Noah's Ark Daycare
David McCraney
07.1989 - 09.2007
Lavergne's Transport Receptionist
Floyd Lavergne
04.1984 - 07.1989
High School Diploma -
Church Point High School
Associate of Science - Childhood Development
Council For Professional Recognition
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