Stephanie John-Lewis – 5th Grade Teacher

Location: Room 16 at Island Park Elementary School

Job Description: Stephanie teaches math, science, language arts, social studies and art to 24 active 5th graders.

Typical Day: Stephanie works from 8 am until 4 pm and doesn’t stop until she gets in the car to go home with her two sons Kaleb and Jakob, both students at Island Park. She is always working on new ways to engage her students in learning and has recently introduced “itouches” to her students for research, recording, taking notes and keeping track of their homework. “The kids are learning in a new way,” says Stephanie.

Best part of the job: “I love teaching, especially 5th graders. They are independent, smart and a lot of fun!”

Something people may not know: Stephanie has a Masters degree in Educational Technology, and often assists her colleagues in working with technology as a tool for learning. She holds “open labs” in everything from building and managing web sites to working with First Class, the district’s email system.

Years worked in the district: 16 years. Stephanie grew up in Yakima and received her BA from Central Washington and MA from City University.

Outside interests: Stephanie and her husband Kelly John-Lewis (who is a coach and security liaison at MIHS), spend a lot of time with their two very active boys. “Name a sport and they are in it!” says Stephanie. She also enjoys gardening and travel, especially to Mexico and Europe.