Therese M. Arsenault
Petaluma,CA
Summary
Instructional coach and curriculum designer dedicated to excellence and equity in mathematics education. Experienced in mentoring and program facilitation, currently seeking to support Math Specialist Certificate candidates through engaging, research-based coursework and professional development.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Internal Training
UC Master Gardeners Program of Sonoma County
Petaluma, CA
06.2024 - Current
- Co-facilitate 18 week training course for new volunteers.
- Organize opportunities for professional development and knowledge sharing.
- Evaluate program impact through participant feedback and adjusted strategies accordingly.
- Serve on UC Master Gardeners Board of Directors
Science Content Reviewer
EdReports
San Francisco
04.2023 - 08.2024
- Collaborated with team members to evaluate science curriculum materials using EdReports criteria and feedback protocols.
- Ensured timely and accurate completion of assigned tasks, meeting deadlines for content review.
Math and Science Instructional Lead and Coach
Gateway Middle School
San Francisco, CA
08.2019 - 08.2023
- Fostered collaborative relationships among educators, administrators, students, and families to support positive learning environments.
- Designed and implemented instructional strategies, curriculum-aligned practices, and data-driven interventions to improve student learning outcomes.
- Facilitated professional learning, collaborative planning, and instructional coaching to strengthen teaching practice and support continuous improvement.
- Mentored and supported new teachers through onboarding, coaching, and ongoing professional support.
- Co-designed a California-accredited Teacher Induction Program to support teacher development, mentoring, and credentialing success.
6th Grade Math/Science Teacher
Gateway Middle School
San Francisco, CA
08.2011 - 08.2019
- Developed engaging lesson plans for 6th grade math and science curriculum.
- Implemented interactive teaching methods to enhance student participation and understanding.
- Assessed student progress through regular quizzes and performance evaluations.
- Collaborated with colleagues to design cross-curricular projects integrating math and science concepts.
Online Instructional Coach
Project Zero / Harvard Graduate School of Education
Cambridge, MA
01.2020 - 06.2020
- Facilitated online learning experiences by guiding discussions, supporting participant engagement, and fostering meaningful exploration of course content.
- Monitored participant progress, maintained course records, and identified learners needing additional support to promote successful course completion.
- Collaborated with course instructors and coaching teams to provide feedback on participant learning, summarize outcomes, and support continuous course improvement.
Mentor and Professional Development Facilitator
Exploratorium Teacher Institute
San Francisco, CA
07.2015 - 06.2019
- Facilitated hands-on science workshops for educators, enhancing teaching strategies and engagement techniques.
- Developed tailored mentoring sessions to support teachers in implementing innovative practices in the classroom.
- Collaborated with colleagues to design and refine curriculum materials aligned with educational standards.
- Evaluated participant feedback to improve workshop content and delivery methods continuously.
Teaching Assistant
Harvard Graudate School of Education
Cambridge, MA
09.2010 - 05.2011
Created learning experiences, probed thinking, assessed understanding, and mentored graduate students interested in effective science teaching methodology.
Research Assistant
Project Zero / Harvard University
Cambridge, MA
09.2009 - 08.2010
- Analyzed and evaluated the effectiveness of science curriculum focused on causal patterns in science using emergent, etic, and emic scoring.
- Designed a teacher professional development resource focused on understanding and teaching causal patterns in science.
Education
Math Specialist - Teacher Education
University of Wisconsin-Stout
12-2021
Master of Science - Education
Harvard Graduate School of Education
Cambridge, MAMaster of Science - Education
Elmira College
Elmira, NYMaster of Science - Nursing
Simmons University
Boston, MASkills
- Equity focused leadership
- Instructional Coaching
- Program Design
- Curriculum Design
- Collaboration
- Facilitation
- Data Driven Instruction
- Lesson Planning
- Differentiated Instruction
Publications and Presentations
Arsenault, T. and Scarlett, D. (2023). "Beginning Teacher Identity: Exploring Core Values & Culturally Relevant Teaching." Ignite 2023 California Induction Conference, Palm Springs, CA February 17, 2023.
Arsenault, T. and Nielsen S. (2021). "Supporting Equitable Mathematics Instruction with Social Emotional Learning". California Charter School Virtual Conference. March 19, 2021.
Arsenault, T. and Nielsen, S. (2021). "Building Strong Math Identities", Powerful Learners Conference, Gateway Public Schools, February 6, 2021.
Arsenault, T. and Nielsen, S. (2020). "Building Collaborative Learning Environments for Math". Powerful Learners Conference, Gateway Public Schools, February 1, 2020.
Arsenault, T., and Sibley, M. (2020). "Reading Science". New Teacher Institute, Exploratorium, SF, CA, October 31, 2020.
Arsenault, T. and Shemyakina, L. (2019). "Efficient and Effective Formative Assessment, New Teacher Institute, Exploratorium, SF, CA, October 26, 2019.
Arsenault, T., Calac, A. (2019). "Engaging Students with Questions". New Teacher Institute, Exploratorium, SF, CA, January 26, 2019.
Arsenault, T., Cooke-Endres, T. and Lambertson, L. (2019). "Predicting Weather". Content Workshop, Teacher Institute, Exploratorium, SF, CA, February 13, 2019.
Arsenault, T., Calac, A. and Jackson, D. (2018). "Lab Management: Strategies, Practices, and Procedures. New Teacher Institute, Exploratorium, SF, CA, December 8, 2018.
Arsenault, T. and Cook-Endres, T. (2018). "Listening to and Planning with New Teachers: Tools and Tips" Exploratorium Teacher Leader Institute, SF, CA, June 2018.
Arsenault, T. and Deverel, C. (2018). "Group Work". New Teacher Institute, Exploratorium, SF, CA, March 10, 2018.
Arsenault, T, Deverel, C and Cook-Endres, T. (2017) "Exploring Examples of Organizational Sensemaking as Educators Shift Practices to Align with NGSS", National Association for Research in Science Teaching, April 25, 2017.
Arsenault, T. and Kenny, L. (2017). "Student Discourse: Moving Towards a Culture of Talk". New Teacher Institute, Exploratorium, SF, CA, March 4, 2017.
Arsenault, T. and Deverel, C. (2016). "Assessment". New Teacher Institute, Exploratorium, SF, CA, Fall 2016.
Arsenault, T. and Larkin, D. (2015). "Differentiation: Responsive Lesson Design and Instruction. New Teacher Institute, Exploratorium, SF, CA, November 14, 2015.
Presented at the 2011 National Science Teacher Association's Annual Conference on teacher professional development and use of the Causal Patterns in Science website.
Arsenault, Therese (2008). "What Do You Notice?: 4 Words That Transformed Our Thinking and Looking." The Prospect Review, #30 (e). October 2008. Available http://review.prospectcenter.org
Presented at the 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, and 2010 National Science Teacher Association's Annual Conferences on designing outdoor inquiry experiences and science notebook use.
Certificates and Professional Licenses
• California Administrative Services Certificate of Eligibility # 170182574
• California Clear Multiple Subject Teaching Credential, #190091281
• Permanent NYS Teaching Certificate, Pre K 6 Control #554726041.
Continuing Education
• Teacher Leader Network Institute, Exploratorium July 2017
• Exploratorium Teacher Institute, July 2012
• Exploratorium Elementary Teacher Institute, July 2009
• National Teachers Enhancement Network, Montana State University. 2002 - 07
Languages
English (Fluent)
Timeline
Director of Internal Training
UC Master Gardeners Program of Sonoma County
06.2024 - Current
Science Content Reviewer
EdReports
04.2023 - 08.2024
Online Instructional Coach
Project Zero / Harvard Graduate School of Education
01.2020 - 06.2020
Math and Science Instructional Lead and Coach
Gateway Middle School
08.2019 - 08.2023
Mentor and Professional Development Facilitator
Exploratorium Teacher Institute
07.2015 - 06.2019
6th Grade Math/Science Teacher
Gateway Middle School
08.2011 - 08.2019
Teaching Assistant
Harvard Graudate School of Education
09.2010 - 05.2011
Research Assistant
Project Zero / Harvard University
09.2009 - 08.2010
Math Specialist - Teacher Education
University of Wisconsin-Stout
Master of Science - Education
Harvard Graduate School of Education
Master of Science - Education
Elmira College
Master of Science - Nursing
Simmons University