1. TESSA FARBSTEIN
2735 McAllister Street – San Francisco, CA, 94118 – (650) 339-2904
tcfarbstein@usfca.edu
http://www.linkedin.com/in/tcfarbstein
Education
University of San Francisco, San Francisco, CA.
M.A., Teaching
SB 2042 Multiple Subject Credential December 2014
B.A. Environmental Studies; Dual Degree Teaching Program May 2013
Teaching Experience
Student Teacher, 5th Grade August – December 2014
Commodore Sloat Elementary School – S.F., CA
 Taught math, ELA, science and social studies to 33 multicultural students, including four
special needs and eight ELL students.
 Designed and implemented three full weeks of classes across curriculum.
 Implemented Reading and Writing Workshop method for ELA.
 Demonstrated effective classroom management through restorative practices.
Student Teacher, 2nd grade January – May 2014
Lafayette Elementary School – San Francisco, CA
 Observed the classroom and instruction twice a week for a half day in the mornings.
 Led multiple small focus groups in reading and math instruction.
 Designed and implemented several lessons; subjects include math, reading and language arts
and science.
 Demonstrated successful classroom management techniques utilizing restorative practices.
DDTP Fieldwork I, 4th grade August – December 2011
Rosa Parks Elementary, San Francisco, CA
 Participated in one-on-one teaching and tutoring.
 Worked with a diverse student population.
 Assisted with individual help and student mentoring.
 Assisted in gardening and nutrition classes.
DDTP Fieldwork II, high school January – May 2013
Gateway High School, San Francisco, CA
 Observed a Physical Science and Environmental Science classes for Spring semester 2013.
 Assisted with one-on-one teaching and tutoring.
 Facilitated group work instruction.
 Designed and taught a honeybee unit in the Environmental Science class.
Relevant Course
Environmental Studies Capstone
Upward Bound and Urban Biking January – May 2013
Upward Bound is a program designed for first-generation college-bound high school students from
educationally and economically disadvantaged backgrounds.

2.  Collaborated with San Francisco Bike Coalition to obtain donated bikes for each student in the
class.
 Collaborated with local bike mechanics to implement a basic bike repair and safety course in
an urban setting.
 Designed and implemented a multi-subject bicycling education curriculum with Upward
Bound.
 Collaborated with fellow capstone students and Upward Bound.
Other Work Experience
Crew Leader – Youth Conservation Corps, Yosemite National Park, CA June – August 2012 and 2013
 Guided 15 to 18 year old adolescents in park maintenance
 Mentored adolescents through community building, conflict resolution, and encouraged
personal reflection to cope with the struggles of living away from home.
 Fostered sense of stewardship
 Implemented weekly environmental educational programs and activities including: natural
history of the Sierra Nevada, conservation/preservation, astronomy, and basic outdoor safety.
Volunteer: Sprout Up! September 2011- May 2013
Non-profit, college student volunteer-based environmental education program.
 Community Manager and assistant to Regional Director of Sprout Up! San Francisco.
 Helped organize and modify Sprout Up! curriculum to meet the needs of students living in the
urban environment of San Francisco.
 Lead instructor for first and second grade classes at Claire Lilienthal Elementary School.
 Worked in a whole class and small group setting to teach 8 environmental science lessons one
hour, once a week.
Swim Instructor – San Mateo Athletic Club, Koret Health & Recreation Center Aug. 2009 - May 2012
 Swim instructor for a range of ages and abilities in both private and large group lessons.
Project Learn Belize, ages 12-14 January 2013 and 2014
Dangriga, Stann Creek County, Belize
 Two-week immersion trip through the School of Education at the University of San Francisco
 Partnered with local school teachers to observe then lead our own lessons.
 Collaborated and co-taught with fellow USF graduate student.
 Lived in the community of Dangriga, Belize to form strong bonds with the children and the
greater community.
Relevant Skills
 Proficient with Word, Excel and Power point.
 CPR/First Aid Certified – Valid through June 2016

3. References
 Justin Berthiaume: Gateway High School Environmental Science and Physics teacher, SFUSD –
email: jberthiaume@gatewayhigh.org phone: 1(415) 889-9777
 Mary McClain: 2nd grade teacher at Lafayette Elementary School, SFUSD; mentor teacher for
student teaching I – email: msmclain@gmail.com phone: 1 (408) 674-5157
 Libbie Schock: 5t grade Math and Science teacher at Commodore Sloat Elementary, SFUSD;
mentor teacher for student teaching II/III – email: SchockL@sfusd.edu
 Christine Leishman: 5th grade English Language Arts and Social Studies teacher at
Commodore Sloat Elementary, SFUSD; mentor teacher for student teaching II/III – email:
LeishmanC@sfusd.edu phone: (415) 407-5028