James Tuck
Spokane,WA
Summary
Caring and innovative teacher for more than 30 years. During those years, my passion for fishing for trout grew and coincided with my understanding of cold water fisheries habitat and conservation. I taught my children and wife about the joys of catch and release fly-fishing and the importance of maintaining healthy rivers, and streams is a legacy that needs to continue. Over the past 20 years, my involvement with Trout Unlimited, Spokane Riverkeeper, and Lands Council has led to the creation of the SGS Water Warriors Program and student involvement with riparian studies and restoration work along the Little Spokane River watershed and the Spokane River watershed. I have been an ardent volunteer with the Riverkeeper Program taking part in trash cleanup floats and supporting legislation as it pertains to the Clean Water Act and Department of Ecology standards.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Saint George's School
Spokane, WA
08.2004 - Current
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
- Created and implemented new curriculum focused on fresh water habitat and riparian systems
- Introduced fly-fishing into the PE curriculum and began taking students on outdoor trips that included fly-fishing
- Took part in two swift water rescue courses and certificated in Wilderness First Aid with NOLS
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
- Participated in professional development workshops related to teaching methods or curriculum changes.
Teacher
Sumner, Centralia, Snoqualmie School Districts
Sumner, Centralia, Snoqualmie, WA
08.1991 - 06.2004
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
- Collaborated with colleagues to plan lessons that integrate various subject areas into a cohesive unit of study.
- Utilized behavior management skills to foster environment conducive to student learning.
Education
Master of Arts - Education
Lesley College
Cambridge, MA06-1996
Bachelor of Arts - Physical Education
Western Washington University
Bellingham, WA03-1991
Skills
- Curriculum Development
- Project-Based Learning
- Faculty Collaboration
- Kinesthetic Learning
- Innovative Lesson Planning
- Developed and Implemented Environmental Education Programming
- Led Outdoor Education Programming including fly-fishing trips with students
- Volunteered and Participated in Riparian Restoration Projects with Lands Council, Trout Unlimited,Spokane Conservation District, and Riverkeeper Programs
- Created and Implemented SGS Campus Restoration Project
- Joined TU and began attending monthly meetings
- Taken part in countless restoration projects on Hangman Creek and it's tributaries including California Creek, Grouse Creek, Rattlers Run, and Marshall Creek
Lifelong Passions
- Member of T.U. , Nature Conservancy, Audubon Society, & Arbor Foundation
- Avid outdoor enthusiast - Fly-fishing, hiking, skiing, backpacking, biking, camping
- Volunteer with Lands Council to help construct Beaver Analog Dams & restoration projects
- Volunteer with Riverkeeper, T.U., Spokane Conservation District
Timeline
Teacher
Saint George's School
08.2004 - Current
Teacher
Sumner, Centralia, Snoqualmie School Districts
08.1991 - 06.2004
Master of Arts - Education
Lesley College
Bachelor of Arts - Physical Education
Western Washington University
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