MICHELLE Wolf FARROW
Oceanside,California
Summary
Results-oriented professional experienced in environmental education and program coordination. Designed and delivered hands-on learning experiences and educational resources while fostering engagement among diverse audiences. Managed projects and coordinated with staff and volunteers to promote sustainability and stewardship through actionable initiatives.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sustainability Educator
BCK Programs
08.2025 - Current
- Delivered engaging K-12 sustainability instruction on climate action, waste diversion, SWPPP, litter prevention, and environmental stewardship through action-oriented lessons that fostered student engagement.
- Taught garden-based classes and managed multiple school gardens, maintained hot and vermicompost systems, and collaborated with school staff to align sustainability efforts with school goals.
- Facilitated weekly Green Team sustainability club meetings, supported students in developing schoolwide campaigns, and led student-driven sustainability initiatives informed by data analysis.
Independent Contractor
Bayside Community Center
01.2024 - Current
- Design and co-present an ongoing workshop series, creating engaging PowerPoint presentations and worksheets on garden planning, development, and operations, while maintaining correspondence with students and sharing notes, resources, and class information.
- Convert complex gardening knowledge and city policies into clear, actionable resources that support community education, outreach, and empowerment.
- Developed a Community Garden Resource Guide, offering practical tools and best practices for organizations establishing community gardens on public land.
Garden Specialist
Camp Carmel Creek
San Diego , CA
06.2025 - 08.2025
- Led daily garden lessons for UTK–5th grade students, enhancing their understanding of plant life and ecosystems.
- Developed age-appropriate activities focused on plants, composting, and nature, fostering hands-on learning and environmental awareness.
- Coordinated with staff to integrate garden lessons with camp themes, ensuring cohesive educational experiences.
- Maintained garden spaces and hands-on learning stations.
- Fostered curiosity about nature through collaborative learning. through outdoor education.
Garden Educations Specialist
California Climate Action Corps
San Diego , CA
08.2024 - 05.2025
- Developed and delivered garden-based science and environmental lessons for elementary students, fostering stewardship and hands-on learning about plants, compost, and pollinators.
- Managed and maintained school gardens through planting, weeding, watering, pest control, and composting, coordinating improvements and planting plans with staff and volunteers to enhance garden health.
- Created educational materials and job aids to support food scrap recycling and sustainable practices in school cafeterias.
Assistant Manager
SeaHive Marketplace
Oceanside , CA
05.2022 - 02.2024
- Led in-store sustainability efforts by managing composting, recycling, and waste reduction programs.
- Trained staff on store policies and sales techniques; prepared reports, presentations, and training materials.
- Handled daily operations, including financial reporting, cash management, opening/closing duties, and vendor relations.
Education
Master of Science - Engineering, Sustainability and Health
University of San Diego
San Diego, CA08.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Studio Arts
San Jose State University
San Jose, California, CA05.2019
Minor - Environmental Science
San Jose State University
San Jose, CA05-2019
Skills
- Graphic Design
- Strong communication skills
- Punctual & reliable
- Sustainability-focused
- Creative problem-solving & conflict resolution
- Critical thinking & decision-making
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Google Suite, Canva, Photoshop, and Lightroom
- Training design & facilitation
- Workshop facilitation
- Garden management
- Data analysis
- Community outreach
- Program coordination
- Leadership skills
Certification
- UC Master Gardener, University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources (UCANR), 07/01/25
- Climate Stewards, University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources (UCANR), 04/01/25
Timeline
Sustainability Educator
BCK Programs
08.2025 - Current
Garden Specialist
Camp Carmel Creek
06.2025 - 08.2025
Garden Educations Specialist
California Climate Action Corps
08.2024 - 05.2025
Independent Contractor
Bayside Community Center
01.2024 - Current
Assistant Manager
SeaHive Marketplace
05.2022 - 02.2024
Master of Science - Engineering, Sustainability and Health
University of San Diego
Bachelor of Arts - Studio Arts
San Jose State University
Minor - Environmental Science
San Jose State University