Tessa Farbstein has experience teaching grades 2nd through 5th as a student teacher. She earned her MA in Teaching and SB 2042 Multiple Subject Credential from the University of San Francisco in 2014. Her experience includes teaching math, ELA, science and social studies to diverse students. She also has experience working as a crew leader for the Youth Conservation Corps and as a volunteer for an environmental education program.

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