Jade Leeson
Woodcroft,SA
Summary
Enthusiastic and dedicated Early Childhood Educator with experience supporting children’s learning and development through safe, inclusive, and play-based environments. Skilled in nurturing each child’s unique strengths and interests while fostering curiosity, resilience, and lifelong learning. Recognised for building strong relationships with families and colleagues, contributing to team collaboration, and stepping into lead educator roles when required.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant educator
Edge Early Learning Plympton
11.2021 - Current
- Operating with a team, creating a fun, safe, and inclusive environment that promotes children’s social, emotional, physical, and cognitive growth
- Maintained accurate records, learning observations, and developmental documentation to track and communicate children’s progress
- Built strong partnerships with families, ensuring open communication and collaboration on children’s learning goals and wellbeing
- Ensured compliance with National Quality Standards, Education and Care Services National Regulations, and centre policies
- Planned, implemented, and evaluated engaging learning experiences aligned with the Early Years Learning Framework to support each child’s developmental milestones and interests
- Collaborated with colleagues in curriculum planning, reflective practice, and continuous improvement initiatives
- Monitored and upheld health, safety, and hygiene practices, including first aid, supervision, and risk assessments
- Facilitated inclusive practices to meet the needs of children from diverse cultural and developmental backgrounds.
- Being the responsible person/person in charge when opening and closing the centre
Crew member
McDonalds Reynella
11.2019 - 11.2021
- Operating a cash register, accurately taking orders, presenting menu items to customers
- Barista responsible for preparing and serving hot and cold beverages
- Cleaning, sanitising the restaurant and work areas, utensils and equipment, restocking
- Delivering prompt, friendly customer service whilst working in a fast-paced environment
Maths and English tutor
Kumon Reynella Education Centre
01.2018 - 11.2019
- Assisting children aged 5-15 with Maths and English tutoring
- Marking homework and collating workbooks for students to take home
- Taking phone calls and assisting parents making enquiries about the program
Education
Bachelor - Early Education (B-5)
UNISA
Magill, SA12-2029
Diploma - Early Childhood Education and Care
KKTC
03-2024
Year 12 -
Reynella East College
Reynella, SA12.2021
Certificate III - Early Childhood Education and Care
MADEC SA
Christies Beach11-2021
Skills
- Child development and curriculum planning
- Family engagement strategies
- Team collaboration
- Learning assessment techniques
- Health and safety protocols
- Inclusive practices
References
- Rebekah Riley 0413 168 452 rebekah.george94@gmail.com (Edge Early Learning)
- Leah Golding 0434 165 003 leahgolding94@gmail.com (Edge Early Learning)
Timeline
Assistant educator
Edge Early Learning Plympton
11.2021 - Current
Crew member
McDonalds Reynella
11.2019 - 11.2021
Maths and English tutor
Kumon Reynella Education Centre
01.2018 - 11.2019
Bachelor - Early Education (B-5)
UNISA
Diploma - Early Childhood Education and Care
KKTC
Year 12 -
Reynella East College
Certificate III - Early Childhood Education and Care
MADEC SA
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