Jennifer Lee | Instructional Design for Early Learning

Early Childhood Professional Learning Projects

My work focuses on designing professional learning experiences and systems that support educator growth. The projects below highlight examples of instructional design applied to early childhood education, coaching, and job-embedded professional learning.

A spacious, light-filled early childhood learning studio with low wooden shelves neatly arranged with colorful, research-informed learning materials: wooden blocks, textured fabric baskets, clear labeled bins of manipulatives, and open picture books propped on stands. On a central, natural wood table lies an open laptop displaying a clean data dashboard and a printed professional learning plan with annotated margins. Soft morning sunlight filters through large windows, creating gentle highlights on the wood grain and soft shadows on the floor. The mood is calm, professional, and optimistic. Photographed at eye level with a moderate depth of field so the table is in sharp focus while the background shelves blur slightly, emphasizing a clean, modern, photographic realism aesthetic that bridges child-centered environments and adult learning design.
A polished conference table made of light oak, carefully staged with early childhood professional learning artifacts: a spiral-bound facilitator guide with colorful tabs, neatly stacked observation forms, a tablet displaying an annotated video clip of a classroom, and a set of color-coded sticky notes forming a visible coaching cycle diagram. Around the table, empty ergonomic chairs imply a coming team session. Soft overhead pendant lighting combines with diffused daylight from an unseen window, creating an even, professional illumination with subtle reflections on the tablet screen. The atmosphere is focused and collaborative, yet calm and organized. Captured from a slightly elevated angle with the table placed on the rule of thirds, shallow depth of field gently blurring the far edge of the room, in a clean, modern, photographic style suitable for a learning design portfolio.

Portfolio overview

My work focuses on designing professional learning and systems that support educators through:

  • Professional Learning Design: Structured learning experiences for educators and coaches
  • Instructional Coaching Systems: Frameworks and tools that support teacher growth
  • Scenario-Based Learning: Case studies and reflective learning activities
  • Job-Embedded Supports: Planning tools and resources used directly in classroom practice
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A thoughtfully organized instructional coach’s workspace featuring a large corkboard and whiteboard combination mounted on a matte neutral wall. The corkboard holds color-coded index cards mapping out a yearlong professional learning arc, printed research summaries with highlighted sections, and neatly pinned goal-setting templates. The whiteboard displays a clearly written coaching cycle diagram and a calendar of workshop dates. Below, a minimalist desk holds a laptop with an open slide deck, a stack of early childhood research books, and a ceramic mug beside a small potted plant. Soft afternoon window light casts balanced, natural illumination, creating gentle shadows under paper edges. Photographed straight on with sharp focus throughout, emphasizing clarity and structure, the mood is intentional, reflective, and professional, in a photographic realism style that showcases thoughtful planning and design.
A spacious, light-filled early childhood learning studio with low wooden shelves neatly arranged with colorful, research-informed learning materials: wooden blocks, textured fabric baskets, clear labeled bins of manipulatives, and open picture books propped on stands. On a central, natural wood table lies an open laptop displaying a clean data dashboard and a printed professional learning plan with annotated margins. Soft morning sunlight filters through large windows, creating gentle highlights on the wood grain and soft shadows on the floor. The mood is calm, professional, and optimistic. Photographed at eye level with a moderate depth of field so the table is in sharp focus while the background shelves blur slightly, emphasizing a clean, modern, photographic realism aesthetic that bridges child-centered environments and adult learning design.
A polished conference table made of light oak, carefully staged with early childhood professional learning artifacts: a spiral-bound facilitator guide with colorful tabs, neatly stacked observation forms, a tablet displaying an annotated video clip of a classroom, and a set of color-coded sticky notes forming a visible coaching cycle diagram. Around the table, empty ergonomic chairs imply a coming team session. Soft overhead pendant lighting combines with diffused daylight from an unseen window, creating an even, professional illumination with subtle reflections on the tablet screen. The atmosphere is focused and collaborative, yet calm and organized. Captured from a slightly elevated angle with the table placed on the rule of thirds, shallow depth of field gently blurring the far edge of the room, in a clean, modern, photographic style suitable for a learning design portfolio.
A thoughtfully organized instructional coach’s workspace featuring a large corkboard and whiteboard combination mounted on a matte neutral wall. The corkboard holds color-coded index cards mapping out a yearlong professional learning arc, printed research summaries with highlighted sections, and neatly pinned goal-setting templates. The whiteboard displays a clearly written coaching cycle diagram and a calendar of workshop dates. Below, a minimalist desk holds a laptop with an open slide deck, a stack of early childhood research books, and a ceramic mug beside a small potted plant. Soft afternoon window light casts balanced, natural illumination, creating gentle shadows under paper edges. Photographed straight on with sharp focus throughout, emphasizing clarity and structure, the mood is intentional, reflective, and professional, in a photographic realism style that showcases thoughtful planning and design.

Case Studies

Deep dives into select projects reveal objectives, design choices, and educator outcomes, highlighting how professional learning translates into classroom impact.