Saige Stortz
New York,NY
Summary
Enthusiastic University Lecturer in Psychology with a knack for engaging students and fostering a collaborative learning environment. Developed an innovative and inclusive curriculum that significantly improved student interest and understanding of course material. Known for blending theory with practical applications, inspiring critical thinking and engagement among students.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work history
University lecturer in psychology
Brooklyn College, CUNY
Brooklyn, New York
08.2021 - 08.2024
- Taught nine sections of psychological courses, including Lifespan Development, Social and Personality Development, Cultural Psychology, and Psychological Statistics.
- Enhanced student understanding by delivering engaging lectures and facilitating discussions that connect psychological theories to students' personal lives.
- Fostered critical thinking skills in students through interactive seminars and course assignments.
- Nurtured students' revision skills by providing in-depth feedback and requiring revisions as part of assignments.
Graduate teaching assistant
Brooklyn College
Brooklyn, New York
08.2018 - 05.2022
- Taught nineteen sections of psychological labs, including Psychological Statistics lab and Experimental Psychology lab.
- Adapted teaching methods based on individual student needs, achieving noticeable improvement in comprehension and retention of material taught.
- Facilitated learning by creating interactive lessons.
- Maintained office hours for addressing student queries and concerns effectively.
Education
Doctor of Philosophy - Developmental Psychology
The Graduate Center, CUNY
New York, New York 08/2018 -
Master of Arts - Developmental Psychology
The Graduate Center, CUNY
New York, New York 05/2018 - 05/2023
Master of Arts - General Psychology
Teachers College, Columbia University
New York, New York 08/2016 - 05/2018
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Missouri - Kansas City
Kansas City, Missouri 08/2011 - 05/2016
Bachelor of Arts - Philosophy
University of Missouri, Kansas City
Kansas City, Missouri 08/2011 - 05/2016
Skills
- Academic writing
- Critical thinking facilitation
- Inclusive teaching practices
- Curriculum designing
- Course material development
- Lecturing techniques
- Classroom management
Invited Presentations
- Stortz. S. (2023, January). The Ungrading Method. Brooklyn College, CUNY, Center for Teaching and Learning.
- Stortz. S. (2022, December). Decolonizing Statistics Lecture & Lab for Undergraduates. Graduate Center, CUNY, The Diversity Science Initiative.
- Stortz. S. (2022, October). Critical Positionality Survey. Graduate Center, CUNY, The Diversity Science Initiative.
Timeline
University lecturer in psychology
Brooklyn College, CUNY
08.2021 - 08.2024
Graduate teaching assistant
Brooklyn College
08.2018 - 05.2022
Doctor of Philosophy - Developmental Psychology
The Graduate Center, CUNY
08/2018 -
Master of Arts - Developmental Psychology
The Graduate Center, CUNY
05/2018 - 05/2023
Master of Arts - General Psychology
Teachers College, Columbia University
08/2016 - 05/2018
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Missouri - Kansas City
08/2011 - 05/2016
Bachelor of Arts - Philosophy
University of Missouri, Kansas City
08/2011 - 05/2016