Olga Tereshina
@olgatereshina
Ph.D. qualified Associate Professor with expertise in history education.
What I'm looking for
I am a dedicated educator with over eight years of experience in teaching and research, specializing in history. My academic journey has equipped me with a Ph.D. in History from Bryansk State University, and I am passionate about identifying the educational needs of students and developing tailored training programs. My teaching philosophy emphasizes active learning and critical thinking, ensuring that my students not only grasp historical facts but also understand their significance in today's world.
Throughout my career, I have held various academic positions, including Associate Professor at Russian State Social University and Moscow Aviation Institute, where I created innovative curricula and organized events to enhance student engagement. My research has focused on significant historical events such as World War II and the Cold War, and I have contributed to the academic community through publications and presentations at conferences. Currently, I serve as a Subject Matter Expert at Prometric, where I review examination questions to ensure they meet educational standards.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Professor of History
Prometric
Oct 2023 - Present (1 year 8 months)
Currently serving as a Subject Matter Expert, reviewing test questions for the History of the Soviet Union examination to ensure conformity to standards.
Research Assistant
University of Illinois
Aug 2021 - Sep 2023 (2 years 1 month)
Collected sources for the Slavic Reference Service, organized materials, and prepared literature reviews while developing policies for archives.
AI Expert Contributor
Snorkel AI
Mar 2023 - Mar 2023 (0 months)
Crafted challenging questions for advanced AI systems and provided feedback on peer submissions.
Historian/Researcher
Self Employed
Jun 2016 - Aug 2021 (5 years 2 months)
Conducted research on World War II, taught history and social studies, and prepared historical interviews and publications.
Associate Professor
Russian State Social University
Sep 2011 - Jun 2016 (4 years 9 months)
Lectured on Sociology and Russian History, created curriculum, and organized events including student exchange programs.
Associate Professor
Moscow Aviation Institute
Feb 2008 - Sep 2011 (3 years 7 months)
Lectured on Sociology and Russian History, arranged archival materials, and presented research findings at conferences.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
New Jersey Department of Education
Teacher Certificate, Education
2024 - 2024
Obtained a Teacher Certificate from the New Jersey Department of Education, qualifying for teaching in the state.
Bryansk State University
Ph.D., History
2004 - 2009
Completed a Ph.D. in History, focusing on various aspects of historical research and analysis.
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