Julie LeBlanc
Baton Rouge
Summary
Dynamic professional with a unique blend of travel planning and early childhood education experience. Expert in fostering nurturing environments, managing client relationships, and delivering personalized experiences that meet individual needs and preferences.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Travel Agent
MainStreet Travel Agency
929 W. Sunset Blvd., St. George, UT, 84770
08.2025 - Current
- Coordinated with airlines, hotels, and tour operators to secure bookings and negotiate rates.
- Designed customized travel itineraries based on client preferences and budget constraints.
- Managed client relationships by providing timely updates and addressing inquiries effectively.
- Arranged travel accommodations for groups, couples, and bachelorette trips.
- Designed personalized vacation experiences based on thorough understanding of each client's interests, budget constraints, and desired outcomes.
- Increased client satisfaction by creating customized travel itineraries tailored to individual preferences and needs.
- Followed up with customers to increase customer service with travel plans.
- Supervised payments via credit and debit cards and handled sensitive information with professionalism and discreteness.
Lead Teacher, Three-Year-Olds Classroom
Imagination Station Early Learning Center
10912 Joor Rd, Baton Rouge, LA, 70818
08.2024 - 05.2026
- Fostered a nurturing classroom environment promoting social, emotional, and cognitive growth
- Developed engaging lesson plans tailored to three-year-olds' developmental needs
- Implemented daily routines enhancing children's learning experiences and safety protocols
- Collaborated with parents to discuss children's progress and address developmental concerns
- Evaluated student progress through observation and assessment tools, adjusting activities accordingly
- Organized play-based learning activities encouraging creativity and cooperation among students
- Maintained classroom organization, ensuring resources were readily available for effective instruction
- Utilized differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse student needs and learning styles.
- Established clear expectations for behavior, leading to increased focus during instructional time.
- Developed social-emotional skills in students by modeling empathy, self-regulation, and communication techniques in the classroom setting.
- Championed a positive classroom culture by celebrating student achievements and fostering mutual respect among peers.
- Developed strong relationships with students and parents, fostering a supportive classroom environment.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
Lead Teacher, Two-Year-Olds Classroom
Imagination Station Early Learning Center
10912 Joor Rd, Baton Rouge, LA, 70818
01.2015 - 08.2024
- Implemented individualized learning strategies to support diverse developmental needs of students.
- Developed engaging lesson plans to promote cognitive and social development in two-year-olds.
- Led classroom activities that fostered creativity, teamwork, and emotional growth among toddlers.
- Collaborated with parents to provide regular updates on children's progress and behavior.
- Mentored assistant teachers, enhancing their instructional skills and classroom management techniques.
- Evaluated student progress through observations and assessments, adjusting curricula as needed.
- Established a safe and nurturing environment conducive to exploration and learning for young children.
- Coordinated with administration to align educational practices with state standards and regulations.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Dressed and changed infant and toddler diapers to maintain hygiene.
- Established strong relationships with parents and guardians, fostering open lines of communication regarding student development and concerns.
- Increased parent involvement in the learning process through regular communication and updates on their child's progress.
- Managed classroom resources efficiently, ensuring materials were readily available for daily use and properly maintained.
- Integrated creative arts into daily curriculum to promote self-expression and enhance fine motor skills development among students.
- Fostered a nurturing and inclusive classroom environment that promoted healthy social interactions among two-year-olds.
- Implemented conflict resolution strategies to address challenging behaviors, teaching students essential social-emotional skills.
- Collaborated with other teachers to create interdisciplinary lessons, enhancing overall educational experience for students.
- Enhanced children''s cognitive development by implementing age-appropriate and stimulating activities.
- Assessed early literacy skills using standardized tools, identifying areas for growth and improvement among students.
- Implemented positive behavior management strategies, reducing instances of disruptive behavior in the classroom.
- Maintained a tidy environment to comply with cleanliness and sanitation standards.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Engaged with children on an individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
- Instructed children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting, and toileting.
- Gathered materials and resources to prepare for lessons and activities.
- Taught hand washing and proper use of utensils to promote good hygiene and etiquette habits.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Child Development And Family Relations
Northwestern State University of Louisiana
Natchitoches, LA12-2014
Skills
- Destination analysis
- Itinerary planning
- Reservations management
- Destination knowledge
- Client communication
- Time management
- Multitasking
- Organized
- Goal-setting and execution
- Relationship building
Timeline
Travel Agent
MainStreet Travel Agency
08.2025 - Current
Lead Teacher, Three-Year-Olds Classroom
Imagination Station Early Learning Center
08.2024 - 05.2026
Lead Teacher, Two-Year-Olds Classroom
Imagination Station Early Learning Center
01.2015 - 08.2024
Bachelor of Science - Child Development And Family Relations
Northwestern State University of Louisiana