JESSI JARRIN
CARMICHAEL,CA
Summary
I'm an educator and writer with over ten years of experience teaching English, Language Arts, and Creative Writing, primarily in college and community-based settings. Known for creating thoughtful, inclusive learning environments and for adapting lessons to meet students where they are. Experienced in curriculum development, workshop facilitation, and one-on-one instruction. I'm looking to teach, tutor, or facilitate in educational or community-centered settings.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Co-Founder / Head of Poetry
Art of Nothing Press
Los Angeles, CA
08.2020 - Current
- Manage editorial workflows for annual publications and collaborative projects
- Coordinate submissions, communications, and organizational systems using Google Drive and Excel
- Review and evaluate literary submissions and participate in selection decisions
- Assist in sequencing and shaping final publications to create cohesive narrative structures
- Established partnerships with local artists and writers to diversify content offerings.
Graduate Student Instructor (GSI)
University of California, Davis
Davis, CA
09.2024 - 05.2025
- Designed and taught engaging lesson plans for undergraduate students
- Led lectures, discussions, and in-class activities to support critical thinking and writing skills
- Assessed student work and provided clear, constructive feedback
- Fostered an inclusive classroom environment that encouraged participation and respect
- Oversaw groups of over 20 students and assisted with academic projects.
Language Arts Tutor
Young Engineers in Action
La Palma, CA
12.2020 - 05.2022
- Tutored students in grades 3–5 in Language Arts and Reading Comprehension
- Developed lesson plans aligned with Common Core Standards
- Conducted one-on-one and small-group online instruction via Zoom
- Used digital tools such as Google Slides, Easel, and IXL
- Led specialized Greek Mythology and Creative Writing classes
Founder & Workshop Facilitator
Grieving Is Good for You
Remote
01.2021 - 03.2022
- Founded and led a free, donation-based virtual poetry workshop
- Created and delivered micro-lectures on poetry craft and form
- Facilitated regular workshops where participants shared and critiqued work
- Led three successful six-week sessions with up to 21 active participants per cohort
- Cultivated a supportive space centered on both craft development and emotional healing
Staff Writer
Antifragile Magazine
Remote
06.2020 - 01.2022
- Contributed articles and interviews highlighting marginalized and underrepresented creatives
- Covered topics including art, mental health, identity, and social issues
- Conducted interviews with artists and cultural figures
Private Tutor & Child-Care Provider
Freelance
Long Beach, CA
05.2019 - 03.2020
- Tutored elementary-aged students in English, History, and Social Science
- Provided childcare, transportation, and academic support
- Maintained a safe, structured, and supportive environment
- Traveled 20 miles to various locations to provide tutoring sessions to students in need.
English Instructional Aide / Embedded Tutor
Cerritos College Success Center
Norwalk, CA
11.2015 - 03.2019
- Tutored college students in English writing, grammar, and critical analysis
- Served as an embedded tutor in English courses, assisting instructors during class sessions
- Led class discussions and supported grading with instructor approval
- Provided additional tutoring support following class sessions
- Worked with students across ESL, developmental, and advanced English courses
Homework Helper / English Tutor
Quest Learning Center
Cerritos, CA
06.2015 - 07.2016
- Led homework assistance for first- and second-grade students
- Designed supplemental lessons and practice activities
- Provided one-on-one ESL tutoring
- Taught seventh-grade composition and developed original lesson plans
Paraeducator
ABC Unified School District
Norwalk, CA
08.2014 - 07.2015
- Served as an on-call aide for elementary and high school classrooms
- Assisted general education and special education students
- Supported teachers with lesson preparation and student progress monitoring
Education
MFA - Creative Writing
University of California, Davis
Davis, CA01.2026
Bachelor of Arts - Creative Writing
California State University, Long Beach
Long Beach, CA05.2020
Associate in Arts - English
Cerritos College
Norwalk, CA05.2017
Skills
- English Language Arts & Writing Instruction
- Creative Writing & Poetry
- Lesson Planning & Curriculum Design
- One-on-One & Small-Group Tutoring
- Academic Writing & Rhetoric
- Student Assessment & Feedback
- Google Drive, Google Slides, Zoom, Excel
- Online & Remote Instruction
Timeline
Graduate Student Instructor (GSI)
University of California, Davis
09.2024 - 05.2025
Founder & Workshop Facilitator
Grieving Is Good for You
01.2021 - 03.2022
Language Arts Tutor
Young Engineers in Action
12.2020 - 05.2022
Co-Founder / Head of Poetry
Art of Nothing Press
08.2020 - Current
Staff Writer
Antifragile Magazine
06.2020 - 01.2022
Private Tutor & Child-Care Provider
Freelance
05.2019 - 03.2020
English Instructional Aide / Embedded Tutor
Cerritos College Success Center
11.2015 - 03.2019
Homework Helper / English Tutor
Quest Learning Center
06.2015 - 07.2016
Paraeducator
ABC Unified School District
08.2014 - 07.2015
Associate in Arts - English
Cerritos College
MFA - Creative Writing
University of California, Davis
Bachelor of Arts - Creative Writing
California State University, Long Beach