Jessica Trachtenberg portrait.

Meet the Author

Jessica Trachtenberg, M.S.

Award-winning professor, author, and career educator.

Education

M.S. Counseling

California State University, Northridge

B.A. Sociology

University of California, Los Angeles

Post-Graduate Certificate in Career Education

California State University, Northridge

Professional Roles

  • Professor
  • Career Educator
  • Career Counselor

Credentials & Certifications

Credentials & Certifications

  • Google Certified Educator Level 1 & 2
  • Gemini Certified Educator
  • Gemini Certified Faculty
  • Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI)
  • Strong Interest Inventory (SII)
  • Mental Health First Aid (MHFA)
I wanted a simple, screen-free tool for student reflection that I could actually use in my classroom. So I built one.
Jessica Trachtenberg

Teaching Experience

Undergraduate and Graduate Courses

Jessica teaches courses in counseling, student development, and psychology.

  • Counseling 12

    Exploring Careers and College Majors

  • Student Development 101

    College Success Strategies

  • Student Development 127

    Major Exploration

  • Student Development 145

    Achieving Academic and Career Success

  • Psychology 671.10

    Career Development Theories and Techniques

Professional Affiliations
MBTI Certified
Strong Interest Inventory Certified
Santa Monica College
University of California, Santa Barbara
Glendale Community College
Mental Health First Aid
University of California, Los Angeles
Pepperdine University
California State University, Northridge

Teaching Recognition

Awards

Faculty Equity Award

2024

Faculty Excellence Award

2023