CTE Educator | Career Coach Curriculum Designer
I’m Peter Hostrawser, and I’ve never been one to settle for the status quo. As an educator, innovator, and storyteller, I’ve spent over two decades challenging the boundaries of traditional schooling to create something more meaningful—something that connects students to the real world in authentic and lasting ways.Growing up, I always questioned the “why” behind the way things worked, especially in education. That curiosity drove me to become a high school business teacher in the Chicago area, where I didn’t just teach concepts; I helped students discover their value. In my classroom, it wasn’t just about learning business principles—it was about building durable skills, creating digital portfolios, and equipping students to show the world who they truly are.
Today, I serve as the Career Internship Educator and Coordinator for Naperville School District 203. Over the years, I’ve built and grown internship programs in six different school districts, each time achieving an average of 30% year-over-year growth. What drives me is connecting students to their communities—helping them bridge the gap between academics and real-world experiences that prepare them for the future.
I’m also the founder and co-host of the Disrupt Education podcast, where I collaborate with my co-host, Alli Dahl, to have bold conversations about reimagining education. From interviewing industry leaders like Christine Cruzvergara at Handshake to sharing stories of educators disrupting the system from within, we tackle the challenges of breaking away from the outdated industrial model and moving toward a system that works for today’s learners.
“My value is helping others find and show their value.” That isn’t just a tagline for me; it’s the guiding principle behind everything I do. Whether I’m helping a student build their digital portfolio, collaborating with local businesses to create work-based learning opportunities, or inspiring educators to rethink their approach, my mission is to empower people to unlock their full potential.
My goals are big, but so is my drive. I aim to grow the Disrupt Education podcast to reach 1,000 new listeners and deliver keynote talks at educational conferences to spark real change in the system. I believe in disrupting education from the inside out and igniting a movement that prepares students for the augmented era—not the industrial past.
At the end of the day, I’m a teacher, a builder, and a connector. I’m here to make a difference, one student, one school, and one conversation at a time.
Helping others find and show their value.
Here’s how I can help you:
Curriculum Development: If you’re looking to develop effective educational or business curriculum, I’m your guy. I specialize in connecting learning goals with real outcomes for employees, students, and customers. Together, we can create engaging, practical content that drives positive learning experiences and results.
Career Coaching: I help people uncover their skills, strengths, and passions to become the best versions of themselves. Whether it’s career planning, portfolio building, or personal development, I provide actionable strategies to maximize opportunities and help individuals achieve their personal and professional goals.
EdTech Consulting: As an innovative high school business educator, I’m deeply immersed in the EdTech world. I interact daily with various solutions, working with both students and educators, and I know what works—and what doesn’t. If you’re a startup looking for honest, practical feedback or ways to refine your platform, I can help you bridge the gap between product development and classroom impact.
Speaking: If you’re planning an event and need someone to talk about leadership, education strategies, gradeless learning, or the humanistic approach to education, I’d love to join you. I speak from experience and bring actionable insights that inspire audiences to rethink what’s possible in education and beyond.
