About MeHaving been a teacher for 15 years, I have been teaching history at Dumont High School since May of 2023. My current courses include US History and World History-Honors. I have enjoyed being an advocate and assistant to Dumont's Pride Club as well as participating in our school's Culture and Climate Committee. A police officer for 28 years, I hold a Bachelor of Science Degree from St. Thomas Aquinas College, and I completed my field practicum in psychology at the University of Wales in Cardiff, UK. After retiring as a police officer, I earned my educator's certificate in advanced standing at Ramapo College.
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My Teaching Philosophy
My academic philosophy explores the connection between history and human self- identity. I consider myself to be a life-long learner, but I did not always. Because no learning can happen without some discomfort, I often avoided the pain of learning in my younger years. But as I grew older, I began to love learning and embraced learning not as a means to an end, but as a constant journey that never ends. So as a teacher, I want to expose my students to that love of learning so they can see themselves as learners.
In my classroom, I’ve discovered that when I build a rapport with students as individuals, we all can broaden our body of knowledge. When students share their personal stories and feelings, they can relate to the content of the lesson better and I can help them focus on relating their personal experience to the lesson.
In my classroom, I’ve discovered that when I build a rapport with students as individuals, we all can broaden our body of knowledge. When students share their personal stories and feelings, they can relate to the content of the lesson better and I can help them focus on relating their personal experience to the lesson.
My ResumE´
Michael C. Tuttle
10 Harding Road ~ Glen Rock, NJ 07452 ~ (551) 486-1571 ~ [email protected]
TEACHING CERTIFICATIONS
New Jersey Teacher of Social Studies K-12 CEAS, June 20, 2011
New Jersey Elementary School Teacher K-5 CEAS, July 18, 2011
Bergen County Substitute Teacher, November 4, 2010
PRAXIS SCORES /200
Middle School Social Studies-192
Social Studies-181
Elementary Content Knowledge- 191
EDUCATION
Ramapo College of New Jersey, Mahwah, NJ
Teacher Education Program 2011
Kappa Delta Pi Honor Society, GPA: 3.87
St. Thomas Aquinas College, Sparkill, NY
Bachelor of Science, 1997, Major: Criminal Justice.
VISA Scholar- Field practicum conducted at the University of Wales, College of Cardiff, UK. 1993.
Alpha Sigma Lambda Honor Society, GPA: 3.31
TEACHING
EXPERIENCE
Teacher of Social Studies: May 2023-Present Dumont High School, Dumont NJ.
Provided learners with analytical skills and evaluative tools for their educational and professional lives. Worked in a collaborative environment to create differentiation serving students at all levels including Honor students and children with special needs.
Teacher of AP History, Sociology, and Criminal Justice: Sept.2012-May 2023 Lodi High School.
Student Government Advisor,Chess Team Coach, Moderator of the Debate Team and Mock Trial Society. Advisor to the Class of 2021.
Fifth Grade Teacher (Maternity Replacement) Jan. 2012 - June 2012
Created differentiated lesson plans grade-wide for English language arts according to the T-C model. Gained experience in co-teaching social studies in an inclusion classroom. As homeroom teacher, honed student focus and organizational skills.
Student Teacher: Jan.- May 2011, Ho-Ho-Kus Public School, Ho-Ho-Kus, NJ.
Created differentiated lesson plans and taught five 7th and 8th grade U.S. History (Social Studies) classes each day. Incorporated and infused educational technology into classroom learning. Assessed and evaluated student learning and administered standardized tests (NJASK).
Gained experience in cooperative learning, parent-teacher conferencing and participated in team meetings at the middle school level. Coached middle school track and served as chaperone and EMT (substitute for school nurse) on the 8th grade overnight trip to Philadelphia.
Art Docent: Fall 2010 - Spring 2011, Central School, Glen Rock, NJ.
Created lesson plans, which used visual art in a social studies context and introduced elementary school students to important works of fine art, through the Bergen County Tic-Toc program.
History Docent: 1985-1993, Hermitage Historic Site, Ho-Ho-Kus, NJ
Related the architectural and historical significance of the national landmark.
OTHER WORK
EXPERIENCE
Police Officer 1985-2010, Ho-Ho-Kus Police Department, Ho-Ho-Kus, NJ
CERTIFICATES AND SKILLS
Substance Abuse Education, Cultural Diversity, CPR, EMT, Incident Command Systems.
10 Harding Road ~ Glen Rock, NJ 07452 ~ (551) 486-1571 ~ [email protected]
TEACHING CERTIFICATIONS
New Jersey Teacher of Social Studies K-12 CEAS, June 20, 2011
New Jersey Elementary School Teacher K-5 CEAS, July 18, 2011
Bergen County Substitute Teacher, November 4, 2010
PRAXIS SCORES /200
Middle School Social Studies-192
Social Studies-181
Elementary Content Knowledge- 191
EDUCATION
Ramapo College of New Jersey, Mahwah, NJ
Teacher Education Program 2011
Kappa Delta Pi Honor Society, GPA: 3.87
St. Thomas Aquinas College, Sparkill, NY
Bachelor of Science, 1997, Major: Criminal Justice.
VISA Scholar- Field practicum conducted at the University of Wales, College of Cardiff, UK. 1993.
Alpha Sigma Lambda Honor Society, GPA: 3.31
TEACHING
EXPERIENCE
Teacher of Social Studies: May 2023-Present Dumont High School, Dumont NJ.
Provided learners with analytical skills and evaluative tools for their educational and professional lives. Worked in a collaborative environment to create differentiation serving students at all levels including Honor students and children with special needs.
Teacher of AP History, Sociology, and Criminal Justice: Sept.2012-May 2023 Lodi High School.
Student Government Advisor,Chess Team Coach, Moderator of the Debate Team and Mock Trial Society. Advisor to the Class of 2021.
Fifth Grade Teacher (Maternity Replacement) Jan. 2012 - June 2012
Created differentiated lesson plans grade-wide for English language arts according to the T-C model. Gained experience in co-teaching social studies in an inclusion classroom. As homeroom teacher, honed student focus and organizational skills.
Student Teacher: Jan.- May 2011, Ho-Ho-Kus Public School, Ho-Ho-Kus, NJ.
Created differentiated lesson plans and taught five 7th and 8th grade U.S. History (Social Studies) classes each day. Incorporated and infused educational technology into classroom learning. Assessed and evaluated student learning and administered standardized tests (NJASK).
Gained experience in cooperative learning, parent-teacher conferencing and participated in team meetings at the middle school level. Coached middle school track and served as chaperone and EMT (substitute for school nurse) on the 8th grade overnight trip to Philadelphia.
Art Docent: Fall 2010 - Spring 2011, Central School, Glen Rock, NJ.
Created lesson plans, which used visual art in a social studies context and introduced elementary school students to important works of fine art, through the Bergen County Tic-Toc program.
History Docent: 1985-1993, Hermitage Historic Site, Ho-Ho-Kus, NJ
Related the architectural and historical significance of the national landmark.
OTHER WORK
EXPERIENCE
Police Officer 1985-2010, Ho-Ho-Kus Police Department, Ho-Ho-Kus, NJ
- Gained an ability to perform under pressure and stay calm in emergency conditions.
- Juvenile Officer 1986-1993, Developed a strong ability to provide proactive and dynamic educational leadership by creating school based programs in coordination with school staff.
- Terminal Agency Coordinator (computer management) 2000-2008. Established effectiveness in managing and allocating resources. Responsible for multi-level compliance and user training.
- Bicycle Officer 2006-2010. Utilized public relations and community outreach skills by developing youth-oriented safety presentations with local scouting groups and the Home School Association.
- Decorations and Commendations available on request.
- Provided personal protective security and light staff-work for the former President.
CERTIFICATES AND SKILLS
Substance Abuse Education, Cultural Diversity, CPR, EMT, Incident Command Systems.
Evaluations1st Year Evaluation
2nd Year Evaluation Second Year Evaluation Third Year Evaluation Tenure Year Evaluation Professional DevelopmentIn addition to School-Sponsored Professional Development, each year, I have taken a summer course through The Gilder-Lehrrman Institute.
Capitalism in American HistoryTeacher Seminar 2023: The History of American Protest |
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