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Alysha Bulman

Summary

Experienced Instructional Designer with extensive criminology and teaching background, and a robust professional history working in a number of access points to the Criminal Justice System (CJS). My unique perspectives, gained through a combination of rigorous professional and academic experiences, informs my work with victims and CJS survivors, and will guide my approach to teaching CRIM 3509.2: Victims and Criminal Justice. The heart of my expertise lies in my ability to bridge theory and practice to empower students with insights into the changing role of victims in the justice system. With a Master's in Social Justice Education and Criminology coupled with my role as an Instructional Designer, I am equipped, and have a demonstrated commitment to delivering engaging course content that fosters critical perspectives on the role, needs, and rights of victims.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Director

Elizabeth Fry
06.2021 - Current
  • Work closely with organizational leadership and board of directors to guide operational strategy of breaking the cycles that lead to criminalization by providing critical transitional housing, programming in correctional facilities, essential life skills development in the community, and court navigation services.
  • Oversee operations and and contribute to board meetings, collaborating with a diverse team to advance the goals of Elizabeth Fry Society of Mainland Nova Scotia (EFMNS), oversee budget and strategic planning, and evaluate organizational performance.

Instructional Designer, Learning Experience

Saint Mary's University
06.2020 - Current
  • Lead the design and development of engaging and effective instructional materials based on the needs of Saint Mary's Faculty course needs, leveraging pedagogical expertise and technology integration to enhance learning experiences.
  • Continuously assessed the educational needs of faculty members, fostering the creation of readily deployable content, resources, and educational support firmly rooted Universal Design for Learning principles, departmental guidelines, branding standards, and user experience enhancements to ensure maximum course quality.
  • Established the Studio as a Leader in Teaching and Learning by providing guidance to faculty members in tailoring delivery methods and evaluation strategies specifically designed to align with the unique content and objectives of their courses and the needs of their students.

Training Coordinator

University Of Toronto
09.2018 - 02.2020
  • Designing and delivering capacity-building initiatives in partnership with Faculty and students, such as workshops, train-the-trainer models, and communities of practice, and resources, fostered a wide-spread culture of teaching and learning collaborations across campus.
  • Formulated and implemented policies and procedures that were reflective of faculty and student needs, ensuring the establishment of equitable standards and best practices as the foundation for all educational programs. This approach promoted inclusivity and responsiveness to diverse stakeholder requirements.
  • Led the strategic planning efforts to enhance stakeholder engagement, optimize the delivery of grant-driven initiatives, and streamline educational processes. This strategic approach drove the continuous improvement of programming, aligning it with evolving educational and community demands.

Education Developer

University Of Toronto
09.2018 - 02.2020
  • Created and routinely taught education and wellbeing programming series to groups of 25-150 students and faculty, customized to student and departmental need.
  • Directed and oversaw a team of staff in the creation and delivery of evidence-based educational programs, resources, and outreach initiatives, aligning with the objectives set forth in the departmental strategic plan and ensuring adherence to the requirements of various funding streams. This approach fostered the integration of cutting-edge educational practices into the curriculum.

Community Engagement Assistant

University Of Toronto
09.2018 - 02.2020
  • Developed short- and long term community development initiatives for the Later Life Learning (LLL) program to draw enrollment and improve accessibility standards in the classroom.
  • Conducted in-person qualitative research towards student needs-assessment and program development efforts.
  • Reviewed current procedures, identified areas of potential enhancement and implemented policies and procedures to improve overall effectiveness and enjoyment of program.

Justice Program Coordinator

METRAC
07.2018 - 08.2018
  • Lead the development of legal education resources curated in collaboration with, and for the needs of trans and gender non-binary victims. This initiative was aimed at addressing systemic barriers and promoting equitable support within the realms of health and the law.
  • Enhanced young adults' comprehension of their legal rights within intimate relationships by conceptualizing, researching, and creating a series of interactive educational quizzes. These quizzes were designed to be engaging, equity-focused tools, fostering a deeper understanding of legal rights in intimate relationships.
  • Supported and reviewed research data collection in collaboration with sex-workers spearheading the" work safe, twerk safe" workplace safety initiative in Ontario.

Telecommunications Operator (Dispatch)

ROYAL CANADIAN MOUNTED POLICE (RCMP)
08.2017 - 07.2018
  • Safeguarded the immediate safety of the public and community members by fostering trust and collaborating with callers, my team and community partners to effectively address complex and urgent calls for support and ensuring that victims received the assistance they needed during their initial contact with the justice system.
  • Enhanced the ability of RCMP members to respond to emergencies in a safe and effective manner by meticulously creating 911 dispatch reports. These reports provided critical information to law enforcement, enabling them to better assist victims and address their needs during crisis situations.

Crisis Intervenor

CHIMO
03.2016 - 03.2017
  • De-escalated and built trusting rapport with clients' danger by effectively exercising crisis-intervention and problem-solving techniques and provided identity/situationally-relevant referrals tailored to the clients' capacity and needs.
  • Prepared 300+ concise and comprehensive call reports in accordance with CHIMO standards, and, when escalation was required, worked closely with local agencies to ensure caller safety.

Education

Master of Education - Social Justice Education & Criminology And Socio-L

University of Toronto
Toronto, ON
04.2019

Bachelor of Arts - Criminology & Psychology

St. Thomas University
Fredericton, NB
04.2017

Skills

  • Curriculum Development
  • Universal Design for Learning
  • Teaching & Presenting
  • Student Engagement
  • Subject Matter Expertise: Criminology
  • Diversified Professional Experience in Victimology
  • Accessibility and EDI
  • Interpersonal & problem-solving skills

Publications

University of Toronto, Toronto, ON (2018)
Training Needs of Ontario Probation and Parole Officers for Clients with Addictions and/or Mental Illness Research conducted for the Ministry of Community Safety and Correctional Services
(Internal to the Ministry of Community Safety and Correctional Services)


METRAC, Toronto, ON (2018)
Digital Educational Series on Intimate Partner Violence
Research and publication in partnership with Family Law Education for Women

Certification

Introduction to Communication Science - University of Amsterdam: May 2020


De-Escalating Potentially Violent Situations, Crisis & Trauma Resource Institute (CTRI): January 2020


ASIST: Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training, re-certification: July 2019


IAR: Identify, Assist, Refer, June 2019
AODA: Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, June 2019


First Responder, Canadian Red Cross, re-certification: April 2019


Ethical Conduct for Research Involving Humans: Course on Research Ethics, September 2018

Timeline

Director

Elizabeth Fry
06.2021 - Current

Instructional Designer, Learning Experience

Saint Mary's University
06.2020 - Current

Training Coordinator

University Of Toronto
09.2018 - 02.2020

Education Developer

University Of Toronto
09.2018 - 02.2020

Community Engagement Assistant

University Of Toronto
09.2018 - 02.2020

Justice Program Coordinator

METRAC
07.2018 - 08.2018

Telecommunications Operator (Dispatch)

ROYAL CANADIAN MOUNTED POLICE (RCMP)
08.2017 - 07.2018

Crisis Intervenor

CHIMO
03.2016 - 03.2017

Master of Education - Social Justice Education & Criminology And Socio-L

University of Toronto

Bachelor of Arts - Criminology & Psychology

St. Thomas University

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