Leah R. Jost
1910 East 4th Avenue #189, Olympia, WA 98506
(360) 704-0756
lrjost@josts.net
http://www.josts.net/leah	

“…Leah is a gifted teacher… [She] has the ability to foster curiosity in her students and to make the learning process a joyous activity…”
Howard Larimer
Former administrator

“…I find Leah Jost to be creative, friendly, helpful to new teachers, and very caring to students…She is also cooperative and provides school-wide assistance when needed…”
Sandra Vasquez-Kipfer
Former administrator

“…Ms. Jost is a computer expert… Most importantly she understands how to take advantage of computers to enhance learning…”
Deborah Manning
Master teacher
	Objective

To become an Educational Assistant for the Impact program in Tumwater School District using my teaching skills and classroom experience.

Professional Profile

Appreciation of the unique individual characteristics of students
•	Designed and implemented lessons in a range of subjects for struggling students
•	Excelled at engaging students in their own learning
Effective Interpersonal and Communication Skills
•	Demonstrated excellent rapport with students and staff in work environments
•	Communicated with parents and staff in regards to student progress and discipline
Ability to Work as a Team Player
•	Participated in School Site Committee for two years
•	Instructed peers at school site in-service trainings on the topics of writing instruction and literacy centers
Positive Attitude Toward Personal Growth
•	Continued professional growth coursework while teaching
•	Read and utilized current theories and publications in the education field
Computer Experience and Ability to use Office Equipment
•	Adept at using standard office equipment and software applications
•	Was the first student in my university teaching program to create a final portfolio that is web-based (http://www.josts.net/leah)

Related Employment

Elementary School Teaching, Fresno Unified School District, Fresno, CA
•	Language Arts Instructor, grades 3 and 4, Two+ years experience 
       Year-Round Achievement Center, Fresno, CA
•	Teacher, grades 4 and 5, six months+ experience
Mayfair Elementary, Fresno, CA

Education and Certifications

Teacher Credentialing Program
Fresno Pacific University, Fresno, CA, 2001

Bachelor of the Arts in English with Writing Emphasis, Biology Minor
Fresno Pacific University, Fresno, CA, 2000

Provisional Certifications

CA State Professional Clear Multiple Subject Teaching Credential
Kindergarten through grade six, 2006

CA State Supplementary Subject Matter Authorization 
English subject matter in kindergarten through grade nine, 2006

References available upon request