Karen Walldorf
Secondary Math Educator / Engineer
Professional Status
Consultant
Open to opportunities
About Me
With a background in engineering and design, and experience in a variety of industries, I bring a depth of knowledge and understanding to the classroom. I have worked with students ranging in age from 10 to 50 and enjoy making complex problems more manageable for all learning levels.
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“Jack Swigert Aerospace Academy”, 2010-Present
Sixth grade math teacher and club sponsor of MESA, Botball Robotics, and Yearbook. -
“FrontRange Solutions”, June 2006-August 2008
Internal training on software package and department processes. -
“Rocky Mountain Women’s Film Festival”, 2008-Present
Internal training on new software applications and new committee processes. - “Huntington Learning Center”, Teacher 2003-2004
- "Griffith Center for Children", Staff PBL training, June 2011
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Math Teacher (JSAA, 2010-2012)
• Collaborated on cross curricular PBL projects each quarter
• Collaborated with math department to develop and refine online, monthly math probes as required by the district
• Worked with Space Foundation to develop "Robot Races" lesson plan that was used for both 6th and 7th grade curriculum.
• Performed as the JSAA cheerleader at several school events to encourage school spirit, ownership, and involvement. -
Senior Technical Analyst (FrontRange Solutions, 2005-2008)
• Daily communication and support for customer and team members
• Created documentation to encourage collaboration and shared resources for the technical team
• Awarded for Superior Customer Service at FrontRange Solutions - Member of the Tufts University Division I Sailing Team, Nationally Ranked
- Novice Women Crew Team, Fall 1999, Head of the Charles Competitor 1999
- Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, Visio, Outlook)
- Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Dreamweaver
- Windows, Linux, Mac OS Platforms
- Microsoft SQL Server and Firebird SQL database engines
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Exchange, Active Directory
- Working knowledge of AutoCAD R14
- GIMP Freeware Design Package
- Creation and use of online Wiki pages and Wiki markup language
Math Teacher
Jack Swigert Aerospace Academy
Since August 2010
Full-time
Colorado Springs
United States - Colorado
- Highly qualified in secondary mathematics.
- Utilize data driven instruction on a weekly basis.
- Assisted in planning four different cross-curricular project-based learning units for the 6th grade that include a driving question, classroom activities, guest speakers, and field trips.
- Actively incorporate inquiry based learning activities in the classroom.
- Averaged more than a year's growth (9 points) between Fall and Winter NWEA MAP tests (nationally normed).
- Sponsored multiple clubs including yearbook, MESA, and Botball Robotics.
- Responsible for bringing Botball Robotics and the Colorado Regional Botball Competition to JSAA in 2012.
Web Design and Maintenance\Database Administrator
Rocky Mountain Women’s Film Festival
Since March 2008
Volunteer Work
Colorado Springs
United States - Colorado
- Redesigned entire Festival website including GUI and database structure (launched in 2010). New site allows festival staff to manage website content, host various ticket and merchandise sales, track client usage, and manage the Film Festival library.
- Database administrator responsible for researching, populating, and maintaining contact database software.
- Email marketing using Constant Contact.
- Graphics and print design coordinator, working with Adobe Creative Suite.
- Implemented a new internal wiki page that integrates to Google Docs and Survey Monkey to allow committee members access to information easily and to review and rate films using an online survey.
Junior Project Engineer
USi
December 2003
to May 2005
Full-time
Armonk
United States - New York
- Worked on every aspect of a project from initial design, to assisting with wiring and control panel production on the factory floor, and finally with field installation, testing and commissioning.
- Electrical and hydraulic design packages for underground cable systems and remote monitoring systems.
- Instruction manuals and product documentation for testing and daily operations.
- Data collection and analysis for cable loading study.
- Designed graphics for marketing materials. Put together brochures and display graphics/text for trade shows. Helped design and build the company website.
- Prepared and managed booth during the IEEE Expo in New York City in 2005.
Senior Technical Analyst
FrontRange Solutions
June 2006
to August 2008
Full-time
Colorado Springs
United States - Colorado
- Troubleshooting software installation and integration with MS Office, Exchange and SQL Server.
- Installations of products to dbase, SQL and Firebird backend databases.
- Technical documentation and knowledgebase articles for internal and customer use.
- Internal training for local and international offices on software package and department processes.
Teacher
Huntington Learning Center
January 2003
to January 2004
Part-time
Morristown
United States - New Jersey
- Tutor students ranging in age from 5-18, on both an individual and small group level.
- Working with Huntington course material, helped students improve skills in both math and verbal. Specialized in Math SAT tutoring.
- Evaluated student performance and make suggestions for reprogramming to further aid student’s progress.
- "[Karen] shows leadership and capacity beyond her years of teaching experience. Karen uses a variety of teaching strategies and has done a great job of infusing technology into her lesson plans....Karen is a diligent worker who establishes high expectations and goals for herself and the students that she teaches."
Larry Bartel
Principal
Jack Swigert Aerospace Academy
- "...[Karen] has assumed significant responsibilities and has never once failed to deliver above and beyond my expectations....She is fearless when it comes to tackling any challenge and is innovative and practical in the solutions she presents."
Linda Broker
Executive Director of the Rocky Mountain Women's Film Festival
- "Karen is a role model. She is consistent, fair, dependable, responsible and respectful."
Kathryn Stults
Education Coordinator
Griffith Center for Children, CS
- "Over these two years, the assets we have come to appreciate most about her are her creativity, energy, patience, enthusiasm, and organization."
John McIlwee
Former Executive Director
Urban Peak Colorado Springs
- "Karen approaches teaching with a high level of organization and dedication to her students. Working diligently to implement math curriculum in a fun and engaging manner encourages student participation and increases student achievement."
Mykel Donnelly, MAEd.
TAP Master Teacher
Jack Swigert Aerospace Academy
A collaboration between research mathematicians and math teachers to engage students and increase understanding through the process of problem solving, critical thinking, and inquiry-based learning. Seminar and workshop offered through the University of Colorado for 3 graduate credits.
Colorado teacher licensure program offered through the Pikes Peak BOCES office and the University of Colorado for for 15 graduate level credits.
Magna cum Laude
Tau Beta Pi, Engineering Honor Society
Tau Beta Pi, Engineering Honor Society
