Laurie Hochstetler
Princeton
Summary
Dynamic history educator with a proven track record at Princeton International School of Math and Science, excelling in lesson planning and curriculum development. Adept at fostering critical thinking and mentoring students, I leverage strong assessment design skills to enhance learning outcomes and drive academic success.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
History Instructor
Princeton International School of Math and Science
Princeton
08.2016 - Current
- Created engaging lesson plans covering diverse history topics.
- Facilitated classroom discussions to promote critical thinking and analytical skills.
- Evaluated student performance through written, oral, and project-based assessments.
- Collaborated with colleagues to improve curriculum effectiveness.
- Contributed to faculty committees focused on curriculum development and assessment initiatives.
Rater
Educational Testing Services, ETS
Princeton
07.2015 - 08.2016
- Assessed student performance against state educational standards.
- Evaluated clarity, usage, idea development, and analysis in student writing.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance skills in rating methodology.
- Collaborated with colleagues to resolve discrepancies in scoring.
Assistant Professor of History
Western Washington University
Bellingham
09.2006 - 06.2014
- Created engaging course materials tailored for diverse student populations.
- Conducted research projects to enhance knowledge in academic field.
- Mentored students on strategies for academic and professional growth.
- Evaluated student performance using assessments and constructive feedback.
- Presented research findings at national and regional academic conferences.
- Contributed to departmental and university committees shaping academic policies.
Graduate Student Teaching Assistant
University of Virginia
Charlottesville
08.2000 - 06.2006
- Facilitated discussions and supported classroom activities to enhance engagement.
- Graded assignments, delivering constructive feedback to improve student learning outcomes.
- Organized study sessions and review workshops to strengthen student comprehension.
- Maintained communication with students to clarify course expectations and deadlines.
- Implemented effective classroom management strategies to foster a positive learning environment.
Education
Ph.D. - History
University of Virginia
Charlottesville, VA01-2007
Master of Arts - American History
University of Virginia
Charlottesville, VA01-2001
Bachelor of Arts - History, Political Science
Johns Hopkins University
Baltimore, MD05-1999
Skills
- Lesson planning and curriculum development
- Assessment design and evaluation
- Historical research and analysis
- Student mentoring
- Effective communication skills
Affiliations
- Figure Skating
- Reading
- Cooking
- Travel
Accomplishments
- Published in professional fora, print and online, including The New England Quarterly and H-Net.
- Presented at prestigious professional conferences, including The American Historical Association and The Berkshire Conference on Women's History
- Recipient of various research fellowships, including the Oxford University Griffin Fellowship in Atlantic History, and Western Washington University Summer Research Grant.
- Phi Beta Kappa, Johns Hopkins University
Timeline
History Instructor
Princeton International School of Math and Science
08.2016 - Current
Rater
Educational Testing Services, ETS
07.2015 - 08.2016
Assistant Professor of History
Western Washington University
09.2006 - 06.2014
Graduate Student Teaching Assistant
University of Virginia
08.2000 - 06.2006
Ph.D. - History
University of Virginia
Master of Arts - American History
University of Virginia
Bachelor of Arts - History, Political Science
Johns Hopkins University
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