Peter John Huska
Thornton,ON
Summary
Experienced with advanced pedagogy and research methodologies, fostering academic growth and innovation. Utilizes evidence-based teaching strategies to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes. Knowledge of curriculum development, scholarly publication, and effective mentorship, ensuring comprehensive educational experience.
Overview
42
42
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Professor
Sheridan College - Davis Campus
08.2017 - Current
- Guided research initiatives to promote academic inquiry and exploration.
- Designed innovative course materials for enhanced student learning experiences.
- Conducted assessments to inform instructional practices and improve outcomes.
- Implemented interactive teaching strategies to cultivate critical thinking skills.
Sergeant
Peel Police
04.2000 - 08.2016
- Total Police Service: 33 years
- Investigate Major Crimes
- Forensic Team Lead
- Manage a platoon of 40 Officers
- Team Leader for Explosive Disposal
- Team Leader for Under Water Search and Recovery Operations
- Expert Testimony in many Police disciplines
Constable
Peel Police
10.1982 - 04.2000
Uniform Patrol
Training Officer
Forensic Investigator
Bomb Technician
Education
Bachelor of Administrative Arts -
University of Guelph Humber
02.2025
Police Studies -
Humber College
01.2009
Bachelor of Arts - Police Sciences
Laurentian University
01.2008
Skills
- Critical thinking
- Team leadership
- Student mentoring
- Course planning
- Curriculum creation
- Research and analysis
- Technology integration
- Academic counseling
- Grading and reporting
- Powerpoint presentations
- Publication record
Accomplishments
- Achieved Investigative excellence by completing research into a new investigative technique for Homicide Investigation with accuracy and efficiency.
- Documented and resolved Compliance with Provincial Adequacy standards which led to Organizational compliance.
- Supervised team of 40 staff members and supported their needs as patrol officers.
- Supervised team of 10 Bomb Technicians and supported their specialized training.
- Supervised a Forensic team of 5 highly trained specialists with major Criminal Investigations.
- Achieved Curriculum by introducing 3 D Crime Scene Scanning into the curriculum for students for advanced Crime Scene Investigation tasks.
Specializeddesignation
8+ Years, 15 years
Leadershipinterpersonalskills
- Uniform deployment, 2010 - 2015
- Detective, 2009 - 2010
- Uniform Staff Sergeant, 2008 - 2009
- Uniform Staff Sergeant Airport Division, 2005 - 2006
- Special Bail Hearing Officer, 2007 - 2009
- Guest lecturer – Laurentian University, 2006 - 2008
- Lecturer – University of Toronto Forensic Studies, 2004 - 2007
- Lecturer – National Preparedness CBRN Team, 2003
- Canadian Police College Focus Group, 2002
- Post 911, NYPD, FDNY Evidence and Body Recovery, 2002
- Post 9/11 Anthrax or “White Powder”, 2001
- Instructor Canadian Police College, 1996 - 2005
Professionalpersonaldevelopment
University of Guelph Humber, Bachelor of Administrative Arts, 2010 - 2014, Police Studies - Diploma Issued, 2009
Contributionstoworkenvironment
Explosives devices detection, Advanced Disruption Techniques, Forensic Investigation techniques, Major Incident Investigations, JDRF Airport Division Chair, 03/01/13, Forensic Identification Vehicle user Committee, 06/01/09 - 2010, JDRF 11 Division Chair, 04/01/07 - 2008, Police Memorial Run to Ottawa – Committee member, 03/01/08 - 2011, Uniform and Standards Committee - 11 Division Representative, 11/01/07 - 2012, 11 Division Training Committee - CIB representative, 01/01/07 - current, 11 Division Enhancement Committee - Vice Chair, 09/01/06 - 2009, Race Against Racism – Divisional representative and participant, 03/01/06 - 2007, United Way CIB Representative - Co Chairman, 09/01/06 - 2007, C.R.T.I. – Chemical Biological Response – National Response, 06/01/04 - current, International Association of Bomb Technicians National Vice- President (I.A.B.T.I.), 06/01/00 - current, Canadian Explosives Technician Association President C.E.T.A), 10/01/01 - 01/31/06, CPC FOCUS GROUP Explosives Disposal National Course, 01/01/02
Rank
Sergeant
Badge
1021
Currentposting
Sheridan College - Professor
Startdatewithpeelpolice
10/04/82
Totalpoliceservice/ Teaching Experience
33 years - Police Experience
7 Years - College Professor
Lastpromotiondate
12/01/00
Locations
Brampton, Ontario (Peel Police)
Mississauga, Ontario (Peel Police)
Ottawa, Ontario (RCMP)
Bridgetown,Barbados (UN)
Vilnius, Lithuania (External Affairs Canada)
Awards
9, 9, 40
Community Service
- McHappy Days, 2011 - Present
- Tim Horton’s Camp Days, 2009 - Present
- Toys for Tots, 11 Division, 21 Division, 2009 - 2006
- Food Tent cook, 11 Division Open house, 2008 - 2006
- Chaperone, Cookstown Public School, 2008 - 1996
- Treasurer, of Kiwanis Club Barrie Ont., 2008 - 1998
- Board of Directors Kempenfest, Arts and Crafts show, Barrie Ontario, 2008 - 1998
- Cook and Auction Charity BBQ – 301 Matheson, 2004 - 2001
- Police Week Safe City, 12 Division and 11 Division, 2004 - 2000
- Cook, Community Pancake Breakfast, Headquarters, 2003 - 2001
- Brampton Safe City Golf Tournament, 2002
Actingrankleadershiprole
5600 hours - Staff Sergeant
3000 hours - Sergeant
Course Lead - Forensics - Sheridan College
Languages
English
Full Professional
Certification
- Qualified Teacher - Ministry of Education Colleges and Universities Ontario.
- Guest Lecturer for University of Toronto Forensics Program
- Guest Lecturer for RCMP Explosives Disposal Course
- Course assistant for Disaster Management Training
- Disaster Victim Identification program - Interpol
- X-Ray Radiographer
- Tactical Police Explosive Technician
- Certified Breathalyzer technician
Timeline
Professor
Sheridan College - Davis Campus
08.2017 - Current
Sergeant
Peel Police
04.2000 - 08.2016
Constable
Peel Police
10.1982 - 04.2000
Police Studies -
Humber College
Bachelor of Arts - Police Sciences
Laurentian University
Bachelor of Administrative Arts -
University of Guelph Humber
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