Jennifer Hansen
About Jennifer Hansen
Jennifer Hansen is a Full Stack Engineer at SimplePractice, having transitioned from a high school engineering teacher to web development. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Physics and Secondary Education from Vanderbilt University and has extensive experience in both education and software development.
Work at SimplePractice
Jennifer Hansen has been employed at SimplePractice as a Full Stack Engineer since 2021. In this role, she contributes to the development and maintenance of web applications, utilizing her expertise in both front-end and back-end technologies. Her position is based in Santa Monica, California, where she collaborates with a team to enhance the user experience and functionality of the platform.
Education and Expertise
Jennifer Hansen earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree from Vanderbilt University, where she pursued a double major in Physics and Secondary Education from 2008 to 2012. Additionally, she completed a program in Full Stack Web Development with a focus on React at Flatiron School in 2017. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her technical skills and problem-solving abilities.
Background in Education
Before transitioning to software development, Jennifer Hansen worked as a physics teacher at Stratford High School within the Metro Nashville Public Schools system from 2012 to 2017. This five-year experience in education allowed her to develop strong communication skills and a methodical approach to problem-solving, which she now applies in her engineering career.
Experience at Flatiron School
Jennifer Hansen held multiple roles at Flatiron School, starting as a Lead Technical Coach from 2017 to 2018, where she guided students in their technical learning. She then served as a Section Lead in 2018 and progressed to Cohort Lead from 2019 to 2021. These positions involved mentoring students and facilitating their development in coding and software engineering.
Interest in Programming Robots
Jennifer Hansen has a strong interest in programming robots, which was a significant factor in her decision to pursue a career in software development. This passion for robotics has influenced her technical skills and continues to shape her approach to engineering projects.