About Me
I am a life-long learner and passionate about education, learning and communications.
I have a Master of Education (MEd) in Curriculum, Teaching and Learning from the University of Toronto’s Ontario Institute for Studies in Education (OISE). I specialized in Digital Technologies in Education and Comparative and International Development Education.
My courses include AI for education, instructional design, and blended learning.
I understand instructional design models like ADDIE, SAM, and backward design, as well as the application of learning theories to achieve course objectives. Ensuring that courses meet Universal Design for Learning accessibility criteria is also an important consideration for me.
Prior to returning to school, I was a Communications Consultant with the UNESCO Institute for Statistics (UIS) where I held multiple roles in social media management, publications, and editing. I worked with internal data experts to ensure that messaging reflected organizational priorities and needs.
In addition, I worked as an economist and I am a long-time volunteer with a small non-profit focused on supporting education for girls, globally. In this capacity, I am a part of our communications and grant evaluation teams, and recently organized a workshop at the Comparative and International Education Society conference in Chicago.
Curriculum Vitae - Tanya Guyatt
tcguyatt@gmail.com | LinkedIn: @tanyaguyatt | Charlotte, North Carolina, USA
EXPERIENCE
UNESCO Institute for Statistics (UIS), Communications Consultant (remote, contracts), Oct 2018 – Dec 2023
Designed and implemented a communications plan for content development and dissemination, engaging with internal stakeholders on priorities and needs.
Collaborated with technical teams to write informative blogs, newsletters, and social media posts.
Created data-driven infographics and social media visuals using Canva and Adobe Express.
Oversaw end-to-end publication planning for major reports, liaising with subject matter experts, managing external vendors, while ensuring alignment with organizational goals and budget.
Edited technical documents, research papers, and policy briefs to improve clarity, coherence, and accessibility of content for global stakeholders.
60 Million Girls Foundation, Grant Evaluation and Communications (remote, part-time), Jan 2009 – present
Organized and moderated a workshop at the 2025 Comparative and International Education Society (CIES) annual conference on offline digital learning in remote communities.
Evaluate grant proposals ($100K+) focused on learning and school retention.
Communicated with partners on project design, implementation, and evaluation frameworks.
Streamlined the grant proposal process, strengthening partner engagement and internal efficiencies.
Authored and edited blog posts, newsletters, partner letters, and website content highlighting EdTech research and project impact stories.
Led social media strategy for Facebook, increasing followers through targeted posts.
Scotiabank, Senior International Economist (London), Nov 1998 – Aug 2001
Produced macroeconomic forecasts for European markets and advised internal teams on the implications of economic trends and policy shifts.
Delivered daily economic briefings to global teams and supported capital markets strategy through real-time analysis.
Scotia Capital Markets, Research Associate (Toronto), Mar 1997 – Oct 1998
Provided in-depth analysis of Latin American political and economic conditions to support fixed income investment strategies.
Supported bond trading and origination with customized regional economic briefings.
Conducted research trips across Latin America, engaging directly with business leaders and finance ministry and central bank officials.
EDUCATION
University of Toronto, Ontario Institute for Studies in Education (OISE) (remote), 2025
Master of Education, Curriculum, Teaching and Learning – Digital Technologies in Education, GPA: 4.0
Columbia University, School of International and Public Affairs (SIPA) (New York), 1997
Master of International Affairs, International Economic Policy, Honors: Dean’s Fellow
Western University (London, Ontario), 1993
Bachelor of Arts (Honors), Political Science
Life beyond L&D
I have a Master of Education (MEd) in Curriculum, Teaching and Learning from the University of Toronto’s Ontario Institute for Studies in Education (OISE) where I specialized in Digital Technologies in Education as well as Comparative and International Development Education.
Coursework includes AI for education, instructional design, and blended learning. As a life-long learner, I understand instructional design models like ADDIE, SAM, and backward design, as well as the application of learning theories to achieve course objectives.
My varied experiences have one thing in common: I am passionate about education and ensuring that learning and communication meets organizational goals and business objectives.
To do this, I can bring together experiences from communications and finance to create engaging learning experiences.
Prior to returning to school, I was a Communications Consultant with the UNESCO Institute for Statistics (UIS) where I held multiple roles in social media management, publications, and editing. I worked with internal data experts to ensure that UIS messaging reflected organizational priorities. In addition, I was an economist with Scotiabank and I am a long-time volunteer with the 60 million girls Foundation, a small non-profit focused on supporting education for girls in the Global South. In this capacity, I have supported the Foundation’s marketing and communications, project and grant evaluation, and I recently organized a Workshop at the Comparative and International Education Society conference in Chicago (March 2025). I have a Master in International Affairs from Columbia University, and a Bachelor's degree from Western University.
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