COLIN FORD
Vancouver
Summary
Experienced Curriculum Coordinator and Media Programs Specialist with over 15 years in team facilitation and youth services. Proven track record in standardizing curricula, leveraging Learning Management Systems, and integrating AI to enhance educational programs. Seeking to contribute expertise in curriculum development, facilitation, and training to drive impactful outcomes in youth employment and educational initiatives.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Coordinator Training and Curriculum
YMCA BC Employment
2024.01 - Current
- Updated employment curriculum for facilitators across BC to ensure relevance and effectiveness.
- Collaborated with educators to continuously refine and enhance content for optimal delivery.
- Created new curriculum, incorporating innovative approaches and emerging trends in employment training.
- Utilized Absorb and Articulate 360 LMS to design, develop, and deliver curriculum content, ensuring accessibility and engagement.
Case Manager
YMCA BC Employment
2022.08 - Current
- Provided facilitation, guidance and support to over 200 youth seeking employment through federally funded workshops.
- Conducted thorough assessments of clients' situations, identifying issues, goals, and necessary interventions.
- Educated clients on available programs, benefits, and services, empowering them to make informed decisions about their care needs.
Workshop Facilitator and Presenter
Urban Sherpa
2009.01 - Current
- Developed and delivered a diverse array of workshops tailored to youth, community groups, and university audiences for various organizations.
- Taught hundreds of at-risk youth life skills, music, acting, computer skills, audio recording, filmmaking, photography and podcasting.
- Created and maintained various web and social media sites.
- Conducted various workshops on Digital Storytelling, Internet Security and Policy Development topics.
Arts-Engagement Founder and Coordinator
Directions Youth Services
2005.01 - 2022.01
- Developed and implemented an arts-engagement model to support low-barrier youth.
- Organized and facilitated recreational activities to engage youth in positive, team-building experiences.
- Developed strong relationships with community partners to secure resources and opportunities for the youth served.
- Supported and mentored students in developing skills to become successful in community.
- Assisted in identifying and reducing barriers to youth engagement and development.
- Co-founded a youth pre-employment program (Leadership In Training).
Program Developer and Coordinator
Youth Innovation Lab - Pilot
2015.01 - 2015.07
- Created and developed a pilot project to provide youth at-risk in the Burnaby School District with coding and entrepreneurial skills
- Connected youth with leading industry leaders and provided tours of leading technology facilities
- Provided a curriculum and support for teachers and 8 youth
- Successfully partnered with The McCreary Centre to audit program deliverables.
Education
Political Science
Dawson College
Montreal, QCSkills
- Microsoft Office
- Content Management Systems
- AI Development
- Learning Management Systems
- Adobe Creative Cloud
- Case Management
- Curriculum Development
- Filmmaker
- Musician
- Project Coordination
- Job Development
- CRM Software
- Branding
- Group Facilitation
- Classroom Management
- Audio Engineering
Accomplishments & Certifications
- Published Research: International Journal of Qualitative Studies in Education,
- Published Research: Equity and Digital Literacies: Issues of Access, Ethics, and Engagement in a Youth Community Setting - University of British Columbia, Languages and Literacy Department.
- McCreary Centre Society Award for Youth Work
- Rising Star Award, Canadian International Film Festival
- Foundations of Learning Management Systems (LMS)
- Leveraging Generative AI for Project Management
- Generative AI: The Evolution of Thoughtful Online Search
Timeline
Coordinator Training and Curriculum
YMCA BC Employment
2024.01 - Current
Case Manager
YMCA BC Employment
2022.08 - Current
Program Developer and Coordinator
Youth Innovation Lab - Pilot
2015.01 - 2015.07
Workshop Facilitator and Presenter
Urban Sherpa
2009.01 - Current
Arts-Engagement Founder and Coordinator
Directions Youth Services
2005.01 - 2022.01
Political Science
Dawson College
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