JESSICA-LEA HANSEN
Victoria Point,QLD
Summary
Dedicated and accomplished Early Childhood Education professional with over 18 years of progressive experience across early learning, and educational leadership roles. Proven expertise in curriculum development, team mentoring, and ensuring compliance with the National Quality Framework. Recognised for strong leadership, effective communication, and commitment to creating high-quality learning environments that foster children’s growth and development.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Centre Educational Leader
Cleveland Long Day Care and Kindergarten
04.2023 - Current
- Assisting the Director and Assistant Director in the daily operations of the centre, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and quality benchmarks. Gaining an understanding of the centres rostering system, ratio requirements and Inclusion Support funding.
- Maintained accurate records of child attendance, medical information, and emergency contacts in compliance with state regulations, as well as a comprehensive understanding of the centres policies and procedures.
- Actively engages in the review and development of the Centre’s Strategic Inclusion and Quality Improvement Plans, ensuring the implementation of inclusive practices and the continuous enhancement of centres programs and practices.
- Achieved an Exceeding accreditation rating from Queensland Early Childhood Regulatory Authority as a reflection of exceptional care standards.
- Lead staff training sessions, fostering professional development and improving instructional techniques.
- Mentored staff in best practices for early childhood education, fostering professional growth and promoting best practices whilst enhancing team performance across all educational spaces.
- Collaborated with families to create supportive learning environments tailored to individual needs of the children within our care.
- Supervise educators who are studying, Provide constructive feedback on study work, guiding them towards academic growth and improvement.
- Established strong relationships with parents, facilitating communication and involvement in children's education.
- Develop and implement innovative educational programs enhancing child engagement and learning outcomes.
Room Leader - 2-4yrs Room
Cleveland Long Day Care and Kindergarten
02.2023 - Current
- Holds knowledge of the EYLF and NQF, completing weekly reports, processing accident reports, monthly and daily OH&S checklists, following the correct procedures, dealing with illness and infectious diseases along with identifying and eliminating potential risks.
- Mentor fellow educators, fostering professional growth and improving educational outcomes.
- Collaborate with my director and team to align organizational goals with educational practices and policies.
- Hold extensive knowledge in observing, planning, and extending on children’s interests through individual and group projects, provocations, and inquiry-based learning experiences.
- Contribute significantly to the planning and delivery of the centre festive events, graduation ceremonies, multicultural celebrations, and centre activities.
Program Coordinator – Early Learning Consultant
Comensura Pty Lmt
01.2020 - 07.2022
- Worked closely with a large number of services to provide them with casual staff on a daily and on-going basis.
- Managed communication between services and causal staff from different agencies, facilitating timely updates, arrivals and shift times.
- Oversaw onboarding of new team members, providing mentorship and support to foster professional growth.
- Facilitated regular meetings with team members to discuss progress updates, address challenges, and brainstorm solutions for ongoing success.
Room Leader - 2-3yrs and 3-5yrs Room
Karimbla Early Education Centres
03.2016 - 12.2019
Educator - Family Grouping / 3-5yrs Room
Sutherland Shire Council
08.2007 - 12.2015
Supervisor - OSHC
Milperra Public School
01.2007 - 08.2007
Child Care Trainee, 2-3yrs Room
Picnic Point Preschool
01.2006 - 12.2006
Education
#2249198/1
Blue Card
First Aid Certificate
01-2025
#CS-40006140
Certified Supervisors Certificate
01-2013
Diploma - Children’s Services
Sutherland Shire Council Training
01-2012
Certificate III - Child Care
ECTARC Training
01-2006
Higher School Certificate - Kingsgrove
St. Ursula’s College
01-2005
Skills
- Instructional leadership
- Staff development
- Strong work ethic
- Staff supervision
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking
- Organizational skills
- Adaptability and flexibility
Timeline
Centre Educational Leader
Cleveland Long Day Care and Kindergarten
04.2023 - Current
Room Leader - 2-4yrs Room
Cleveland Long Day Care and Kindergarten
02.2023 - Current
Program Coordinator – Early Learning Consultant
Comensura Pty Lmt
01.2020 - 07.2022
Room Leader - 2-3yrs and 3-5yrs Room
Karimbla Early Education Centres
03.2016 - 12.2019
Educator - Family Grouping / 3-5yrs Room
Sutherland Shire Council
08.2007 - 12.2015
Supervisor - OSHC
Milperra Public School
01.2007 - 08.2007
Child Care Trainee, 2-3yrs Room
Picnic Point Preschool
01.2006 - 12.2006
#2249198/1
Blue Card
First Aid Certificate
#CS-40006140
Certified Supervisors Certificate
Diploma - Children’s Services
Sutherland Shire Council Training
Certificate III - Child Care
ECTARC Training
Higher School Certificate - Kingsgrove
St. Ursula’s College