Jennifer Lemieux
Indian Mound
Summary
Goal-oriented professional with expertise teaching young children. Upbeat when engaging with students and driven to maintain positive parent-teacher relationships and a positive classroom climate. Focused on advancing student success resulting in academic excellence and social development.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Third Grade Teacher/SBIS
CMCSS-West Creek Elementary School
Clarksville, Tennessee
08.2024 - Current
- Monitored student behavior and implemented interventions when necessary.
- Handled challenging classroom behaviors with positive and affirming techniques.
- Communicated regularly with parents and guardians regarding student progress and concerns.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills by posing open ended questions during class discussions.
- Implemented multiple methods to improve student educational success.
- Cultivated classroom environment focused on inclusion and growth, fostering both social and academic development.
- Assessed student learning through varied formative and summative assessments.
- Involved parents in student education by cultivating strong relationships.
- Improved student engagement by implementing student-centered classroom management techniques to foster academic curiosity.
- Offered hands-on learning opportunities to develop student self-esteem and life skills.
- Instructed students individually and in groups using varied teaching methods.
- Facilitated small groups of students during independent work time providing guidance when needed.
Second Grade Teacher
CMCSS- West Creek Elementary
Clarksville, Tennessee
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Instructed small groups of students in remedial or enrichment activities according to their individual needs.
- Implemented differentiated instruction methods based on each student's ability level.
- Provided positive feedback with emphasis on learning from mistakes to establish solid foundation for progress.
- Established clear expectations for classroom behavior and reinforced appropriate behavior with positive reinforcement strategies.
- Fostered a classroom culture that supports diversity and inclusivity.
- Helped students learn to persevere with challenging tasks and build resilience for later educational efforts.
- Created safe, nurturing environment of trust and respect.
Kindergarten Teacher
CMCSS-Woodlawn Elementary School
Woodlawn, TN
08.2019 - 05.2023
- Adapted teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
- Designed lesson plans based on comprehensive teaching of academic, social and personal skills.
- Coordinated with special education staff to support students with special needs.
- Encouraged students to think critically by posing questions and providing stimulating materials.
- Monitored, documented and reported students' progress and performance.
- Improved student engagement by implementing student-centered classroom management techniques to foster academic curiosity.
- Implemented effective classroom management strategies such as setting limits while encouraging self-discipline.
- Provided emotional support for students who were struggling socially or academically.
- Utilized appropriate teaching methods to motivate students in academic tasks.
Second Grade Teacher
CMCSS-Woodlawn Elementary
Woodlawn, Tennessee
08.2015 - 05.2019
- Instructed small groups of students in remedial or enrichment activities according to their individual needs.
- Communicated regularly with parents and guardians regarding student progress and concerns.
- Handled challenging classroom behaviors with positive and affirming techniques.
- Involved parents in student education by cultivating strong relationships.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
- Promoted good communication between home and school by sending weekly newsletters home with updates on class events.
Third Grade Teacher
CMCSS-Woodlawn Elementary School
Woodlawn, TN
10.2008 - 05.2012
- Prepared, administered and graded daily work and tests to evaluate student's progress.
- Coordinated with special education staff to support students with special needs.
- Built relationships with students and guardians through active communication and positive feedback.
- Improved student engagement by implementing student-centered classroom management techniques to foster academic curiosity.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans to cover core subjects such as math, science, language arts, and social studies.
English Language Arts Sixth Grade Teacher
Coventry Public Schools
Coventry, RI
08.2006 - 06.2007
- Used positive reinforcement method to redirect poor behavior.
- Educated students on spelling, grammar and language rules through developmentally appropriate curriculum.
- Promoted student growth by encouraging independent thinking, judgment and thought expression.
- Observed fellow teaching professionals, gathering valuable techniques to use in classroom.
- Developed and implemented age-appropriate lesson plans to teach English Language Arts concepts.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Rhode Island College
Providence, RI05-2003
Skills
- Relationship building
- Parent-teacher communication
- Mentoring and coaching with other teachers
- Identify a problem and solve it
- Communicating with others
- Literacy strategies
- Student engagement
- Empathy and patience
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Technology integration
Accomplishments
- Received the Distinguished Classroom Teacher Award in 2018.
- Received Teacher of the Year distinction in 2025
Timeline
Third Grade Teacher/SBIS
CMCSS-West Creek Elementary School
08.2024 - Current
Second Grade Teacher
CMCSS- West Creek Elementary
08.2023 - 05.2024
Kindergarten Teacher
CMCSS-Woodlawn Elementary School
08.2019 - 05.2023
Second Grade Teacher
CMCSS-Woodlawn Elementary
08.2015 - 05.2019
Third Grade Teacher
CMCSS-Woodlawn Elementary School
10.2008 - 05.2012
English Language Arts Sixth Grade Teacher
Coventry Public Schools
08.2006 - 06.2007
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Rhode Island College
Accomplishments
•Received the Distinguished Classroom Teacher Award in 2018.
• Received Teacher of the Year distinction in 2025.
•Graduated from the Teacher Leader Academy in 2026.
•Earned my Micro-Credential in 2026.