Karen Ligas
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Amy E. Botkin
Karen is an outstanding planner. I worked with Karen and a group of other instructors last summer at DMACC. Karen uses creativity and a variety of teaching resources to make sure class time is used efficiently (of course with backup plans in the event the young students get tired and/or bored!). Because of Karen's time and attention to details of lesson planning, my job teaching was much easier.
LinkedIn User
Karen is a person whom honors her commitments and she is all about quality of service that meets the needs of the groups you are trying to serve. I worked with her on several community collaborative events. We worked together hosting the "big event" where thousands of inner city Des Moines families were given numerous opportunities for recreation, job interviews, resume building and professional clothing all at one event. I also worked with her on some "Annie E Casey" foundation youth events including youth from many different races, income levels and background all working on "what would make Des Moines" a better place. She helped in every way to make these the successful events that they were from recruitment to content to operational success.
Amy E. Botkin
Karen is an outstanding planner. I worked with Karen and a group of other instructors last summer at DMACC. Karen uses creativity and a variety of teaching resources to make sure class time is used efficiently (of course with backup plans in the event the young students get tired and/or bored!). Because of Karen's time and attention to details of lesson planning, my job teaching was much easier.
LinkedIn User
Karen is a person whom honors her commitments and she is all about quality of service that meets the needs of the groups you are trying to serve. I worked with her on several community collaborative events. We worked together hosting the "big event" where thousands of inner city Des Moines families were given numerous opportunities for recreation, job interviews, resume building and professional clothing all at one event. I also worked with her on some "Annie E Casey" foundation youth events including youth from many different races, income levels and background all working on "what would make Des Moines" a better place. She helped in every way to make these the successful events that they were from recruitment to content to operational success.
Amy E. Botkin
Karen is an outstanding planner. I worked with Karen and a group of other instructors last summer at DMACC. Karen uses creativity and a variety of teaching resources to make sure class time is used efficiently (of course with backup plans in the event the young students get tired and/or bored!). Because of Karen's time and attention to details of lesson planning, my job teaching was much easier.
LinkedIn User
Karen is a person whom honors her commitments and she is all about quality of service that meets the needs of the groups you are trying to serve. I worked with her on several community collaborative events. We worked together hosting the "big event" where thousands of inner city Des Moines families were given numerous opportunities for recreation, job interviews, resume building and professional clothing all at one event. I also worked with her on some "Annie E Casey" foundation youth events including youth from many different races, income levels and background all working on "what would make Des Moines" a better place. She helped in every way to make these the successful events that they were from recruitment to content to operational success.
Amy E. Botkin
Karen is an outstanding planner. I worked with Karen and a group of other instructors last summer at DMACC. Karen uses creativity and a variety of teaching resources to make sure class time is used efficiently (of course with backup plans in the event the young students get tired and/or bored!). Because of Karen's time and attention to details of lesson planning, my job teaching was much easier.
LinkedIn User
Karen is a person whom honors her commitments and she is all about quality of service that meets the needs of the groups you are trying to serve. I worked with her on several community collaborative events. We worked together hosting the "big event" where thousands of inner city Des Moines families were given numerous opportunities for recreation, job interviews, resume building and professional clothing all at one event. I also worked with her on some "Annie E Casey" foundation youth events including youth from many different races, income levels and background all working on "what would make Des Moines" a better place. She helped in every way to make these the successful events that they were from recruitment to content to operational success.
Experience
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Everybody Wins! Iowa
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United States
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Non-profit Organization Management
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1 - 100 Employee
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Executive Director
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Jun 2013 - Present
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WIA Youth Coordinator
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Sep 2012 - May 2013
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Red Rock Area Community Action Program, Inc.
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United States
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Non-profit Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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Warren County Coordinator
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Feb 2012 - Aug 2012
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Greater Des Moines Leadership Institute
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United States
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1 - 100 Employee
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Youth Leadership Initiative Program Consultant
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May 2011 - Sep 2011
Consulted and managed all aspects of program including program quality and procedures, fiscal and evaluation activities, student and volunteer recruitment, orientation, and training, developing and coordinating partnerships and monitoring participant programming. Consulted and managed all aspects of program including program quality and procedures, fiscal and evaluation activities, student and volunteer recruitment, orientation, and training, developing and coordinating partnerships and monitoring participant programming.
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Director of Youth Leadership / Volunteer Engagement
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Jul 2010 - Apr 2011
Greater Des Moines Leadership Institute / Boys & Girls Clubs of Central IowaYouth Leadership Initiative / Administration Office Greater Des Moines Leadership Institute / Boys & Girls Clubs of Central IowaYouth Leadership Initiative / Administration Office
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Job Readiness Instructor/Achievement Coach Income & Work Supports
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Jun 2010 - Jan 2011
at Des Moines Area Community College--Career and Workforce Partnerships at Des Moines Area Community College--Career and Workforce Partnerships
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Program Manager
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Jul 2009 - Dec 2010
Project Connect is a school-based mentoring program, which utilizes mentors in order to foster academic achievement and positive social/emotional development for at-risk students. Research indicates that one hour of contact weekly is sufficient to produce positive changes in the student’s academic and social skills (Public/Private Ventures 2000). Based on this research, mentors spend a minimum of one hour per week throughout the school year with their student. Activities include: reading, homework help, sharing a hobby, eating together or talking. Mentors participate in on-going training, such as diversity training and specific learning strategies, throughout the year. Students are identified for Project Connect by school counselors, teachers, and SUCCESS case managers.
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Des Moines Public Schools
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United States
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Education Administration Programs
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700 & Above Employee
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District Coordinator, Career and Workforce Connections
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May 2008 - Jun 2009
Career and Workforce Connections created in July, 2008 merging 40 years of successful programming and partnerships to help young people successfully prepare for life beyond school. The new organization, Career and Workforce Connections, brings together the knowledge and experience of many students, educators, employers, and other community partners. Our mission for Career and Workforce Connections is to provide career and work-based learning opportunities to improve student life skills, educational performance, and career prospects in order to prepare them for life success. Our vision is a community in which all youth are engaged, inspired, and equipped to achieve their career and educational aspirations. We strive to include all members of the community as our partners in valuing and nurturing students in this process, to assure the educational, economic, and social vitality of our community.Career and Workforce Connections develops and manages a wide range of programs and services that help students prepare for life after high school, especially related to careers, employment, and post-secondary education.
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District School to Work Coordinator
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Jul 1999 - May 2008
Consulted with District staff, parents, community businesses and organizations, in the development and evaluation of comprehensive programs to assist students in preparing for and making connections between school and careers. School-to-Work is a system designed to link students, schools, and employers to prepare youth for the high-wage, high-skill careers of today's and tomorrow's global economy. School-to-Work Core Elements:1. School-Based Learning - integrated classroom instruction and career development based upon high-level academic expectations and essential learnings. 2. Work-Based Learning - structured career exploration and development, work preparation experience, and mentoring at worksites. 3. Connecting Activities - classroom and on-the-job instruction, matching teachers and students with employers, training of mentors, supportive services for special needs students, and the building of other bridges between school and work.
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Education
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1999 - 2000
GDMLI
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1981 - 1985
Luther College
BA, Social Work & Public Communications
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