Mary Margaret Marshall
Eskasoni,NS
Summary
Specialized in Mi’kmaw Language with excellent work ethic and communication skills. Experienced of Mi’kmaq Culture, Costoms, Values and Beliefs including asscosiated communities. Knowledgable of issues and perspectives of Mi’kmaq Aboriginal communities.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Early Years Cultural Suppot Coordinator
Tajikeimɨk Mi'kmaw Health and Wellness
02.2022 - 05.2024
- Established relationships with Elders and Knowledge Keepers across Nova Scotia who were interested in embedding culture, language and ceremony in the Early Years Program.
- Prepared and facilitated training and professional development for all Early Years staff.
- Supported and Engaged in all ongoing cultural activities, ceremonies, gatherings and knowledge building for the Early Years Program staff and community participants.
Case Aide
Mi'kmaw Family & Children's Services Of NS
02.2013 - 06.2019
- Provide services including counseling, case management, education and job training to agency Service Providers.
- Address issues immediately and worked with caseworkers to find the most effective solutions available for clients.
Substitute Teacher
Allison Bernard Memorial High School
09.2011 - 12.2012
- Taught diverse subjects for grades 10, 11 and 12, successfully delivering seamless teaching in absence of the regular teacher.
- Collaborated with teachers and administrators to discuss the academic needs of students including Individual Program Plan and Behavioural Issues.
- Encouraged learning through diverse strategies.
Elementary School Teacher
Eskasoni Elementary & Middle School
09.2008 - 06.2011
- Fluently speak the Mi’kmaq Language in class.
- Taught lessons encompassing range of skill-building activities in speaking, writing, reading and listening specializing in Mi’kmaw language.
- Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
Adult Education Instructor
Unama'ki Training And Education Centre
08.2006 - 06.2007
- Responsible for teaching Sociology, Mi’kmaq Language/History and Child Studies to grade nine, eleven & twelve students using various methods of instruction to inspire students learning.
- Prepare adult students for High School Equivalency Diplomas including reading, writing and research methods and basic computer technology.
Education
Certificate In Mi’kmaw Language Immersion Program - Linguistics
St. Francis Xavier University
Antigonish, NS2011
Bachelor Of Education - Social Studies Teacher Education
St. Francis Xavier University
Antigonish, NS2006
Bachelor Of Arts - Mi’kmaw Studies
Cape Breton University
Sydney, NS2004
Graduate Certificate - Addictions And Mental Health
Dalhousie University
Halifax, NS06.1995
Skills
- Fluently speak in Mi'kmaq and English
- Specialized in written Mi’kmaw Language
- Effective public speaker
- Microsoft Office
- Self-motivated and Ablity to work unsupervised
- Flexible schedule
Operational Asset
• Own Vehicle
• Possession of Valid Driver’s License Class – 4
• Valid Teacher’s License Class – ITC1
Reference
Tanya Johnson MacVicar
Sydney, Nova Scotia
(902)577-7289
Bree Menge
Indigenous Events & Project Manager
Cape Breton University
Sydney, Nova Scotia
(902)322-5442 (C)
Timeline
Early Years Cultural Suppot Coordinator
Tajikeimɨk Mi'kmaw Health and Wellness
02.2022 - 05.2024
Case Aide
Mi'kmaw Family & Children's Services Of NS
02.2013 - 06.2019
Substitute Teacher
Allison Bernard Memorial High School
09.2011 - 12.2012
Elementary School Teacher
Eskasoni Elementary & Middle School
09.2008 - 06.2011
Adult Education Instructor
Unama'ki Training And Education Centre
08.2006 - 06.2007
Certificate In Mi’kmaw Language Immersion Program - Linguistics
St. Francis Xavier University
Bachelor Of Education - Social Studies Teacher Education
St. Francis Xavier University
Bachelor Of Arts - Mi’kmaw Studies
Cape Breton University
Graduate Certificate - Addictions And Mental Health
Dalhousie University
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