William Sandy
Merritt
Summary
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Teachers Assistant (Nłeʔkepmx Language Program)
Nicola Valley Institute Of Technology
Merritt, British Columbia
09.2022 - Current
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Collaborated with teachers for lesson preparation by preparing materials and setting up equipment.
- Tutored students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts.
- Provided instructional support to students unable to attend regular classes.
Term Instructor: NLEK 112
Nicola Valley Institute of Technology
Merritt, BC
05.2025 - 07.2025
- Developed and delivered a 45-hour, 3-credit curriculum for an introductory course on Nłeʔkepmx language writing and orthography.
- Instructed students in identifying and writing spoken sounds correctly, reading written sounds, and applying foundational writing skills.
- Designed and led land-based learning sessions at various locations including Prospect Creek, Kane Valley, and Monck Park to enhance language acquisition.
- Assessed student learning and proficiency through a variety of evaluations, including transcription exercises, pronunciation recordings, dictionary assignments, and a final oral presentation.
- Integrated language technologies into the curriculum, including FirstVoices, the Nłeʔkepmxcin Keyman Keyboard, and the Citxw Nlaka'pamux Assembly SoundCloud archives.
Tutor (Nłeʔkepmx Language Program)
Nicola Valley Institute Of Technology
Merritt, BC
09.2021 - 06.2022
- Provided homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials.
- Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
- Used flashcards and other techniques to test and improve memory through practiced information retrieval.
- Motivated students with accurate feedback and positive reinforcement.
Nłeʔkepmxcin Program Manager
Citxw Nlaka'pamux Assembly
Merritt, British Columbia
05.2020 - 09.2021
- Addressed and resolved technical, financial, and operational concerns by working with team members and directors.
- Met with project stakeholders on regular basis to assess progress and make adjustments.
- Managed and supervised administrative and daily program operations, complying with policies and regulations.
- Developed and maintained logistics workflows, procedures and reports.
Programs Coordinator
Citxw Nlaka'pamux Assembly
Merritt, British Columbia
04.2018 - 05.2020
- Assisted with business communications via email, social media and mailings.
- Coordinated and implemented numerous meetings, forums and community events.
- Generated reports to evaluate program success and make modifications.
- Fostered collaborative efforts to schedule, host, and facilitate events and identify further opportunities to reach members of community.
Wellness Program Coordinator (Harm Reduction)
Nlakapamux Health Services
Merritt, BC
03.2017 - 02.2019
- Developed wellness programs targeted on specific groups and areas of wellness.
- Collaborated with health and wellness professionals to create and execute events, seminars and workshops on harm reduction.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with community members, health center staff and other health organizations to build trust and rapport.
- Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
International Internship Coordinator
Canada World Youth
Montreal, QC
10.2018 - 12.2018
- Planned, formulated and assessed goals, policies, and activities designed to implement program objectives and performance standards.
- Built relationships with external stakeholders, community organizations and host families to increase program scope.
- Tracked internship program progress to identify strengths and opportunities.
- Monitored expenditures to remain within budgets and improve forecasting accuracy.
Community Engagement Coordinator
Scw'exmx Child And Family Services
Merritt, BC
05.2017 - 07.2017
- Fostered collaborative efforts to schedule, host, and facilitate events and identify further opportunities to reach members of community.
- Contributed to work plans, reports, success stories and other deliverables.
- Developed community engagement programs and gathered participant feedback that directly influenced future initiatives.
Social Work Intern
Lower Nicola Indian Band
Lower Nicola, British Columbia
01.2017 - 03.2017
- Conducted outreach to local referral sources to build strong partnerships for supportive services.
- Offered community resource guidance to clients to meet family needs for assistance.
- Represented organization within local communities to provide advocacy services to clients and establish relationships with other organizations.
Summer Student Assistant
Lower Nicola Indian Band
Merritt, BC
05.2016 - 08.2016
- Assisted with research projects to provide accurate and relevant information to support decision-making.
- Assisted with event planning and coordination to keep events successful and provide positive experiences for attendees.
- Created and formatted documents to keep projects professional and well-presented to communicate intended message clearly.
Lands and Economic Development Assistant
Lower Nicola Indian Band
Lower Nicola, British Columbia
02.2016 - 05.2016
- Performed administrative functions for programs such as developing reports on status and outcomes and managing program files and process documentation.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided support to external partners and community members.
Team Lead
Northern Youth Abroad
Ottawa, ON
06.2015 - 08.2015
- Established open and professional relationships with team members to achieve quick resolutions for various issues.
- Worked with team to identify areas of improvement and devised solutions based on findings.
- Reviewed, implemented and updated program records related to team activities for future reference.
Bachelor of Social Work Intern
Nicola Valley Advocacy Centre
Merritt, BC
01.2015 - 04.2015
- Performed client screenings and accurately recorded data in case files to facilitate case coordination services and case management duties.
- Interviewed clients to assess needs and determine most suitable needs and services.
International Intern
Canada World Youth
Delhi, India
04.2014 - 08.2014
- Analyzed problems and worked with teams to develop solutions.
- Sorted and organized files, spreadsheets, and reports.
- Participated in workshops and presentations related to projects to gain additional knowledge.
Intensive Support Worker
Ministry Of Children and Family Development
Merritt, BC
02.2014 - 05.2014
- Assisted clients in accessing services and benefits by providing education and information about community resources, successfully assisting clients in acquiring needed aid.
- Documented client progress and activities in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
- Assisted clients in developing and setting realistic goals to promote positive change.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Nłeʔkepmx Language Fluency
University of British Columbia
Vancouver, BC08.2025
Diploma - Nłeʔkepmx Language Fluency
Nicola Valley Institute of Technology
Merritt, BC06.2023
Certificate - Nłeʔkepmx Language Fluency
Nicola Valley Institute of Technology
Merritt, BC06.2022
Bachelor of Social Work - undefined
Nicola Valley Institute of Technology
Merritt, BC05.2017
Associate of Arts - General Arts
Nicola Valley Institute of Technology
Merritt, BC06.2014
BC Adult Graduation Diploma - undefined
Nicola Valley Institute of Technology
Merritt, BC06.2012
High School Diploma - undefined
Merritt Secondary School
Merritt, BC05.2005
Skills
- Change Management
- Knowledge Transfer
- Strategic planning
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Decision-Making
Community Leadership
- Nlakapamux Health Services Board of Director, Vice-Chair - 2023 to Present
- Lower Nicola Indian Band Council Member - 2019 to Present
- Nlakapamux Nation-Interior Health LoU Committee - 2019 to Present
- Scw'exmx Children and Family Services Board of Director, Chair and President - 2019 to Present
- Nicola Valley Institute of Technology Board of Governors Student Representative - 2013-2015, 2016-2017, 2021-2023
- Nicola Valley Institute of Technology Education Council Student Representative - 2021-2023
- Nicola Valley Institute of Technology Student Society Board of Director - 2022-2023
- Student Delegate, World Federation of Colleges and Polytechnics (Brazil) - 2016
- Youth Delegate/Mentor, Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues (United Nations) - 2016
Languages
Nłeʔkepmx
Elementary
Timeline
Term Instructor: NLEK 112
Nicola Valley Institute of Technology
05.2025 - 07.2025
Teachers Assistant (Nłeʔkepmx Language Program)
Nicola Valley Institute Of Technology
09.2022 - Current
Tutor (Nłeʔkepmx Language Program)
Nicola Valley Institute Of Technology
09.2021 - 06.2022
Nłeʔkepmxcin Program Manager
Citxw Nlaka'pamux Assembly
05.2020 - 09.2021
International Internship Coordinator
Canada World Youth
10.2018 - 12.2018
Programs Coordinator
Citxw Nlaka'pamux Assembly
04.2018 - 05.2020
Community Engagement Coordinator
Scw'exmx Child And Family Services
05.2017 - 07.2017
Wellness Program Coordinator (Harm Reduction)
Nlakapamux Health Services
03.2017 - 02.2019
Social Work Intern
Lower Nicola Indian Band
01.2017 - 03.2017
Summer Student Assistant
Lower Nicola Indian Band
05.2016 - 08.2016
Lands and Economic Development Assistant
Lower Nicola Indian Band
02.2016 - 05.2016
Team Lead
Northern Youth Abroad
06.2015 - 08.2015
Bachelor of Social Work Intern
Nicola Valley Advocacy Centre
01.2015 - 04.2015
International Intern
Canada World Youth
04.2014 - 08.2014
Intensive Support Worker
Ministry Of Children and Family Development
02.2014 - 05.2014
Diploma - Nłeʔkepmx Language Fluency
Nicola Valley Institute of Technology
Certificate - Nłeʔkepmx Language Fluency
Nicola Valley Institute of Technology
Bachelor of Social Work - undefined
Nicola Valley Institute of Technology
Associate of Arts - General Arts
Nicola Valley Institute of Technology
BC Adult Graduation Diploma - undefined
Nicola Valley Institute of Technology
High School Diploma - undefined
Merritt Secondary School
Bachelor of Arts - Nłeʔkepmx Language Fluency
University of British Columbia