Leigh Jansson
About Leigh Jansson
Leigh Jansson is an Educational Content Specialist at Sesame Workshop, where she has worked since 2014. She has a diverse background in early childhood education, multimedia projects, and content creation, with previous roles at Kidville, Story Pirates, and other organizations.
Current Role at Sesame Workshop
Leigh Jansson serves as an Educational Content Specialist at Sesame Workshop, a position held since 2014. In this role, she supervises freelance writers and content creators, ensuring the quality and relevance of educational materials. She also assists with departmental event planning and logistics, contributing to the organization’s outreach and engagement efforts. Additionally, she curates videos that align with the educational goals of Sesame Workshop, enhancing the multimedia resources available for children and educators.
Previous Experience in Education
Prior to her current role, Leigh Jansson worked in various educational capacities. She was an Early Childhood Instructor at Kidville from 2014 to 2016, where she focused on early childhood education in New York. Additionally, she served as an Educational Consultant at Kidville during the same period. Her experience also includes a role as a Teaching Artist and Merchandise Manager at Story Pirates from 2013 to 2014, and as a Lead Teacher at Ivy Academy in China from 2011 to 2013.
Internship and Early Career
Leigh Jansson began her career with an internship at Sockeye Media LLC in 2014, where she focused on educational content for three months. She also worked at Imagination Stage, Inc. as an Early Childhood Instructor from 2006 to 2010, gaining valuable experience in teaching young children. Her early career included a position as Operations Manager at the American Alliance for Theatre and Education from 2004 to 2007, followed by a role as Director of Operations and Programming from 2007 to 2009.
Educational Background
Leigh Jansson holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Radio/TV/Film and English: Writing from Northwestern University, which she completed from 1998 to 2002. She furthered her education by earning a Master of Education in Learning and Teaching from Harvard University Graduate School of Education in 2010. Additionally, she studied French language and culture at France Langue/College Internationale de Cannes in 2002.
Consulting and User Experience Design
Leigh Jansson has been involved in consulting on User Experience design for multimedia projects. This role emphasizes her expertise in creating engaging and effective educational content that meets the needs of diverse audiences. Her background in education and multimedia allows her to contribute valuable insights into the design and implementation of educational resources.