Marilyn Maychak
Nanaimo,BC
Summary
Effective advisor communicates well with people of all ages and backgrounds. Skilled in identifying opportunities and implementing practical strategies with commitment to staying informed about latest trends, technologies and best practices. Excels at presenting complex information in easy-to-digest format, allowing clients to make informed decisions. Collaborative with an adaptable and responsive mindset. Dedicated to building, guiding and leading heart-centered, people-centered, justice-oriented individuals.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Founder & Managing Consultant
Marilyn Maychak Consulting
01.2023 - Current
- Served as Thought Partner with mid-career leaders in wealth management, education sector and nonprofit sector around decolonizing and being equitable, anti-racist, anti-oppressive on purpose
- Cultivated strong relationships with clients, earning trust and establishing credibility as a strategic partner.
- Formulated and implemented professional development programs by applying learning principles and individual differences.
- Interacted with clients to define and understand long-term goals and strategies.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by providing tailored strategies and solutions for their specific needs
- Established and maintained strong relationships with customers, vendors and strategic partners.
Independent Contractor
Toronto Inuit Association
01.2022 - 12.2022
- Managed all aspects of project development for multiple projects related to emergency Covid-19 funding with a total budget of $250,000
- Communicated effectively with clients throughout the entire project lifecycle, keeping them informed of progress updates or any potential issues that arose.
- Adapted quickly to changing demands or unforeseen challenges within a project''s scope without compromising results.
- Collaborated closely with clients to better understand entire project scope.
- Assisted clients in defining project goals, creating a roadmap for success by developing tailored strategies and plans.
- Collaborated with clients to define project requirements and deliverables.
- Created and managed project plans, timelines and budgets.
- Collected, arranged, and input information into database system.
Publisher
Strong Nations
06.2021 - 12.2021
- Embraced the spirit of Indigeneity of Strong Nations, implemented authentic criteria across all platforms and communications while supervising the activities of the publishing team
- Interacted with authors and other internal customers to define job requirements and resolve content, production and scheduling issues.
- Developed strong relationships with authors, photographers, and illustrators to ensure timely delivery of high-quality materials.
- Championed diversity initiatives within the organization to promote inclusive hiring practices and diverse representation in published works.
- Enhanced publication quality by meticulously editing and proofreading content prior to release.
Indigenous Education Learning Coordinator
Nanaimo Ladysmith Public Schools (SD68)
11.2018 - 06.2020
- Co-planned and co-organized Vancouver Island Circle Gathering 2020: Indigenous Land-based Education
- Promoted a culture of ongoing professional development by providing timely information about internal and external opportunities for growth within the organization.
- Developed strong relationships with subject matter experts across various departments to ensure the effective design and delivery of relevant professional learning and development content.
- Enhanced employee learning experiences by designing and implementing comprehensive professional learning and development programs.
- Managed the coordination of logistics for all training events, including scheduling, venue selection, and materials preparation.
- Effectively implemented best training practices and adult learning principles in planning and creation of instructional materials.
Student Achievement Officer (seconded), Teacher
Toronto District School Board (TDSB)
09.2010 - 10.2018
- Co-developed and presented The Canoe as a Teaching Tool, exploring the cultural legacy of the canoe and using this unique contribution of First Nations people as a bridge to explore STEM and cross-curricular learning experiences - at Indspire National Gathering
- Fostered a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging staff to identify areas of opportunity and propose solutions.
- Utilized data-driven decision-making techniques to inform strategic planning processes and measure progress towards goals.
- Championed diversity initiatives within the department, promoting an inclusive work environment where all employees felt valued and respected.
- Established effective relationships with key stakeholders both internally and externally for increased collaboration opportunities.
Learning Leader, Classroom Teacher
Calgary Board of Education
09.2004 - 12.2008
- Appointed Curriculum Leader for the Science Alternative program; cooperated in the organization and start-up of the Science Alternative Program for 2007-2008 school year
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and enhance teaching skills.
- Participated in departmental or grade-level planning meetings, collaborating with colleagues to align curriculum and share resources.
- Organized meaningful field trips or guest speakers that augmented classroom instruction with experiential learning opportunities.
- Mentored new teachers within the department, providing guidance on effective instructional strategies and classroom management techniques.
- Collaborated with colleagues to implement best practices for curriculum design and instructional strategies.
- Provided coaching and mentoring to employees.
- Implemented creative ways to foster curiosity for complex principles through hands-on learning and planned activities.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
Education
Master of Education in Educational Studies - Leadership and School Improvement
University of Alberta
Edmonton, AB06.2009
Bachelor of Education - Elementary Education (Science and Mathematics methods focus)
Concordia University College
Edmonton, AB06.2002
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Alberta
Edmonton, AB04.1999
Skills
- Diplomatic sensitivity
- Intercultural understanding
- Cultural humility
- Leadership and People Development
- Strategic Thinking
- Growth Mindset
- Effective Communicator and Public Speaker
- Transformative leadership
- Collaborative learning
- Adult Learning Theory
- Needs Assessment
- Training delivery
Certification
- Project Management Series - Record of Achievement
- Professional Certification of Qualification
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Founder & Managing Consultant
Marilyn Maychak Consulting
01.2023 - Current
Independent Contractor
Toronto Inuit Association
01.2022 - 12.2022
Publisher
Strong Nations
06.2021 - 12.2021
Indigenous Education Learning Coordinator
Nanaimo Ladysmith Public Schools (SD68)
11.2018 - 06.2020
Student Achievement Officer (seconded), Teacher
Toronto District School Board (TDSB)
09.2010 - 10.2018
Learning Leader, Classroom Teacher
Calgary Board of Education
09.2004 - 12.2008
Master of Education in Educational Studies - Leadership and School Improvement
University of Alberta
Bachelor of Education - Elementary Education (Science and Mathematics methods focus)
Concordia University College
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Alberta
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