Jen Lehman
Dynamic educator and project leader with 27 years of experience fostering inclusive environments, building community partnerships, and building small- and large scale events. Proven track record in orchestrating school-wide initiatives while collaborating with various stakeholders. Seeking a role in event coordination, stakeholder engagement, and community building to drive impactful university programming and outreach.
Work History
Assistant Manager
1 Year 2 Months- Supervise operations when working to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
- In charge of community events, including driving and setting up truck at event around the Louisville/Boulder area
- Trained and mentored staff, fostering a collaborative work environment and enhancing team performance.
- Implemented inventory control measures, optimizing stock levels and reducing waste.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance the customer experience.
- Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.
- Mentored junior staff members in their professional development by offering guidance/support in their assigned roles.
- Assisted in recruiting, interviewing, hiring, and onboarding of new employees to maintain adequate staffing levels.
- Collaborated with the management team to develop strategic plans for business growth and improvement.
Elementary Teacher: 2nd Grade
26 Years 9 Months- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Assessed student progress through formative and summative evaluations to guide instruction.
- Fostered positive classroom environment promoting student collaboration and mutual respect.
- Integrated technology effectively into lessons to enhance learning experiences.
- Collaborated and communicated with parents and staff to support individual student needs and promote academic success.
- Promoted a positive classroom environment by establishing clear expectations and fostering strong communication between students, parents, and staff members.
- Served on the school's social committee, Yearbook committee...
- Scheduled and directed field trips and hands-on activities to foster student learning and creativity.
- Mentored new teachers by sharing best practices in classroom management and instructional strategies.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - French, Elementary Education
Skills
Interests
Timeline
Assistant Manager
Elementary Teacher: 2nd Grade
University of Colorado
Awards and Recognition
2007 Jared Polis Foundation Teacher Recognition Award, finalist
2006 The Milken Educator Award Winner, for Colorado. Award targets early-to-mid career education professionals for their impressive achievements promise of what they will accomplish in the future.
2006 Winner of Gilder Lehrman Institute of
American History, History Teacher of the
Year Award
2003 Colorado Core Knowledge Distinguished Educator Award, finalist
2002 Impact on Education Award finalist