Melyssa Kaarls
Ajax,ON
Summary
Driven and determined Professor, Field Liaison, and Supervisor/Manager with a laser focus aiming to meet organizational goals, visions, and strategic plans.
Possesses a deep-rooted proficiency in business and financial practices, along with an encompassing grasp of Ministry regulations, legislation, and record retention. Areas of expertise span across civil service, human resources, childcare, education, and adult learning sectors.
A compelling influencer, adept at forging meaningful connections and instilling positivity across all service domains. Proven track record in successful training, negotiation, and project management. Recognized for adeptly cultivating a collaborative work environment that champions the values of equity, diversity, and respect.
Develops instructional plans and organizing and grading exams and tests. Commended for sustaining effective learning environment through prepared classes and relevant assignments; consistently achieving classroom management and academic goals. Inspiring Professor brings advanced teaching skills and department leadership experience. Goal-oriented to advance department, improve teaching and modernize courses.
Detail oriented and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude and a high degree of accuracy. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure this position. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Professor and Field Liaison
Seneca Polytechnic
01.2014 - Current
- Engages pedagogical approach to foster engaging and interactive learning environment that actively involves students in process of curriculum design, revision, and delivery; aligning Seneca's learning outcomes and dynamic learning experiences
- Proficiently leads comprehensive and diverse range of Early Childhood Education courses, both at Diploma and Degree levels to encompass key pedagogical components (Pedagogy, Research Methodology, Curriculum Development, and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusive Practices)
- Implements inclusive curriculum design to proactively infuse reconciliation, equity, and decolonized perspectives into work; recognizing that inclusivity enriches learning journey for students, contributing to a more holistic educational experience that can identify potential barriers to learning
- Delivers innovative courses utilizing synchronous or asynchronous approach; offering cutting-edge pedagogical practices and research that support effective learning environment
- Assesses student performance in alignment with program outcomes using "Credential Validation" Service System
- Acknowledges student centric accommodation and addresses individual student accommodations (ISP's) by adapting course content and implementing strategies aligned with Accessibility for Ontarian's with Disabilities Act (AODA) guidelines ensuring inclusive and supportive learning environment that promotes student success
- Supervised as proctor during exams
- Prepared exam packages, entered data, provided support for students with accommodation, maintained confidentiality, collaborated with various academic representatives
- Community embedded college liaison that facilitates role of liaison within community; offering guidance on student placement, evaluation, and mentoring opportunities, in turn supports childcare centres in staff recruitment efforts and reinforces college's role as vital community resource and partner
- Oversees and mentors more than 170 student placements, effectively building capacity, fostering partnerships, rapport, and enhances college's reputation within community
- Supports collaborative program development approach working closely with School of Early Childhood Education Program Chair, Program Coordinators, Faculty, Advisory Committees, Accrediting agencies, and potential employers, contributing to robust, well rounded, content enriched program.
Supervisor
Abioina Centre For Infant And Early Mental Health
02.2023 - 12.2023
- Maintained strategic compliance leadership having provided decisive guidance in response to Ministry of Education and Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services provisional issued licenses; supporting processes associated with precise record retention in alignment with regulatory standards
- Revised Vulnerable Sector Check and Offense Declaration protocols, successfully aligning them with evolving legislative and compliance requirements for both childcare and live-in treatment centre (Housing)
- Optimized Human Resources procedures to include D.E.I/Belonging
- In unionized environment addressed staff attrition implementing strategic overhaul of hiring practices, onboarding enhancements and thoughtful restructuring of staff roles and responsibilities (full cycle)
- Orchestrated a full-scale renovation initiative within our EarlyON program, ushering in a new era of enhanced service delivery & community impact, ensuring transformational program oversight aligning with strategic plan
- Provided invaluable pedagogical leadership, infusing centre's operations with educational excellence and innovation, organizational growth, service distribution, building capacity and leading pedagogical strategies to support clients with identified support needs
- Actively participated in 20+ Case Management/Triage meetings monthly to pinpoint service duplications, contributing to Maternal Infant Mental Health accreditation process and revisions made to CYSIS while supporting overarching strength based / trauma informed program that consistently supports strategic collaborations
- Formed strategic partnerships with internal divisions, ensuring seamless and consistent approach to service application across organization to address barriers and systemic challenges to provide resources with goal of attaining seamless service alignment
- Provided essential IPAC strategies, stats and data collection, ensuring comprehensive, efficient, and standardized approach to infection control demonstrating infection control leadership
- Introduced streamlined approach to health, wellness, and workplace safety, fostering culture of holistic well-being through collection of data and staff surveys
- Produced detailed reports and documentation for executive team, including CEO, CFO, and Board Members, providing critical insights for informed decision-making; identifying service gaps and maintaining staffing complement's professional memberships with continuous professional learning.
Supervisor
Region Of Durham: Children's Services Contract
09.2022 - 12.2022
- Methodically addressed and rectified licensing gaps within service applications, ensuring full compliance with regulatory standards
- Conducted comprehensive review of policies and procedures in alignment with Ministry legislation, enhancing organizational adherence to legal and regulatory frameworks
- Strategically evaluated and supported record management practices, optimizing efficiency and accuracy while aligning with best practices and legal requirements
- Presented meticulously detailed documentation of review findings, offering clear insights into identified gaps, proposed enhancements, and recommended action steps for informed decision-making.
Supervisor
City Of Toronto; Children's Services
04.2000 - 10.2022
- Provided steadfast support, reinforcement, and implementation of policies, procedures, and protocols outlined in Child Care Early Years Act, Ministry Guidelines, College of ECE regulations, as well as initiatives like Indigenous Service Plan, 2SLGBTTIQQA+ Service Plan, Confronting Anti-Black Racism, AODA, Every Child Belongs, and IPAC mandates
- Actively engaged in development of 5 Strategic Service plans, playing key role in identifying and championing Indigenous and BIPOC mandates Orchestrating restructure of Play-Based Program Plan, highlighting ease of use, ELECT and HDLH
- Lead changes to address non-compliance stemming from audits involving transitional attendance; IPAC and Assessment for Quality Indicators (AQI)
- Successfully introduced AQI assessment revisions to elevate service standards, employing them to assess programs and introduce effective change management strategies for continuous improvement
- Evaluated, monitored, and provided crucial guidance to staff within unionized framework, aligning actions with citywide, corporate, or service sector policies and directives
- Ensured consistent delivery of high-quality services while navigating complex labour relations
- Maintained rigorous fiscal accountability up to 2 million, while adhering to operational standards and budget guidelines
- Skillfully controlled expenditures, completed RFQs/RFPs, and furnished detailed monthly financial analyses
- Addressed and resolved contentious issues and critical incidents, showcasing political acumen
- Collaborated seamlessly with internal and external agencies, tactfully implementing corrective actions and preventative strategies while safeguarding confidentiality
- Leveraged latest pedagogical research and data to create an integrated service planning approach for children and families, ensuring sustained compliance and impactful outcomes
- Continuously assessed unionized staff performance, expertly navigating labour relations challenges
- Formulated action plans to support grievance process, orchestrated career fairs and recruitment events, and played lead role in staffing recruitment and hiring strategies, collaborating closely with Human Resources
- Supported and fostered collaborative efforts with Community Initiatives such as Toronto Police Human Trafficking Unit, Parents for Better Beginnings, School Readiness, Right to Play, Parenting and Community Health Centre Programs, and Streets to Homes
- Spearheaded cultivation of substantial relationships and program achievements at municipal level
- Aligned service planning and delivery options to closely resonate with lived experiences of clients, actively contributing to community development and engagement initiatives for clients with identified support needs or facing barriers.
Education
Master of Science - Human Resources And Development
University of Salford
UK04.2025
Indigenous Certification - Indigenous Studies
University of Alberta
Alberta01.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Seneca College
Toronto, ON01.2018
Early Childhood Education Honours - Early Childhood Educati
Canadian Mothercraft
Toronto01.1991
Skills
Organizational Excellence: Acknowledged by peers and superiors alike for unwavering commitment to delivering high-quality programs and services Renowned for exceptional work ethic and ability to thrive in demanding environments while consistently producing superior results within specified timeframes
- Strategic Data Analysis and Policy Support: Spearheaded development and implementation of data analysis assessments and audits, playing pivotal role in informing policy revisions, leveraging outcomes to drive informed decision-making
- Community Capacity Building: Fostered robust community partnerships by actively engaging with diverse stakeholders including Child/Family agencies, EarlyON, School Boards, Unions, and Ministry representatives and Municipal/Federal Government agents This strategic collaboration enhanced community capacity and service delivery effectiveness
- United Way Divisional Coordination: Managed comprehensive database for 2500 Division staff as United Way Divisional Coordinator Tracked and documented evolving financial coordination, providing critical insights for resource allocation and execution of impactful events
Additional skills:
- Critical Thinking
- Course Planning
- Student Mentoring
- Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging
- Research and analysis
- Technology Integration
- Team Leadership
Certification
- First Aid and CPR, 01/01/23
- Vulnerable Sector Check, 01/01/24
- Food Handler's Certification, 12/01/23
- Crisis Prevention Intervention, 05/01/23
Training
100’s of workshops, summits and training components
Volunteer Experience
- North American Indigenous Games
- Special Olympics
- PANAM games Community Living CLAWP
- Dragon Boat Canada
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Supervisor
Abioina Centre For Infant And Early Mental Health
02.2023 - 12.2023
Supervisor
Region Of Durham: Children's Services Contract
09.2022 - 12.2022
Professor and Field Liaison
Seneca Polytechnic
01.2014 - Current
Supervisor
City Of Toronto; Children's Services
04.2000 - 10.2022
Master of Science - Human Resources And Development
University of Salford
Indigenous Certification - Indigenous Studies
University of Alberta
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Seneca College
Early Childhood Education Honours - Early Childhood Educati
Canadian Mothercraft
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with team of 50 in the development of course curriculum revision.
- Achieved centre accreditation and licensing by completing affiliated legislative requirements with accuracy and efficiency.
- Supervised teams from 10 to 31 staff members.
- Resolved customer service issues utilizing DEI lens and conflict management strategies.
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Affiliations
- College of Early Childhood Educators
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeLocation Preference
On-SiteRemoteHybridImportant To Me
Company CultureWork-life balanceCareer advancementHealthcare benefitsPersonal development programsInterests
Volunteer opportunities
Indigenous practises (Truth and Reconciliation)
Environment and Nature
Travelling
Quote
Judge a man by his questions rather than his answers.
Voltaire
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