Kate Armstrong

Experience

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  Toronto District School Board

  Jun 2018 - Feb 2020

  I am proud to have won FIRST's Ontario Youth Mentor Award for 2019. As a Youth Coach, I am responsible for developing multiple award-winning competitive FLL robotics teams within FIRST’s worldwide league. My goal is to create teams that have a high level of achievement but that also show exemplary community spirit. The teams that I coach in programming, strategy, compliance, collaboration & presentation succeed at the Provincial level.Teams that I coach win awards:Qualifying Level: Robot Performance, Core Values, Best Programming, Research Award, Best Presentation, Champion's AwardProvincial Level: ‘Gracious Professionalism’ Cup, Teamwork CupWorld Level: Won a spot at the 2019 Mountain State Invitational hosted by NASA Show less

  • FIRST Lego League Robotics Youth Coach

    Aug 2016 - Feb 2020

  • TDSB Downtown Summer String Mentor

    Jun 2018 - Jul 2018
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  Self-employed

  Jan 2019 - Apr 2022

  Mathematics Tutor

  As a high-performing mathematics and sciences student, I founded my own tutoring company. I am able to match my mentoring style to many types of learners using online resources, manipulatives, and analogies. Clients quickly see an increase of 20-40% in achievement. I am excited to use my problem solving skills to help students excel in STEM.

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  Shad Canada

  Jun 2019 - Jul 2019

  Shad Fellow

  Shad Canada is a STEAM and entrepreneurship opportunity for exceptional Canadian high school students.As part of a business team, I co-developed and pitched an environmentally sustainable product to business leaders, including the Premier of PEI.

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  High Park Nature Centre

  Jun 2020 - Aug 2020

  Summer Term Nature Interpreter

  As a Nature Interpreter, I had diverse responsibilities for delivering many aspects of online and in-person environmental programs.I facilitated online meetings with Zoom, fostered a welcoming online environment, and collaborated in researching, editing and designing natural science lesson packages for tight deadlines. In-person, I taught detailed lessons and organized activities with a focus on species identification, ecosystems, and nature appreciation. Our team was able to provide a positive, safe and educational program during a challenging time. Show less

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  University of Waterloo

  Jan 2021 - Apr 2021

  ESQube Leader

  • Created over thirty inviting, multi-disciplinary activities to introduce elementary students to STEM topics in the Ontario curriculum• Developed and taught a pre-printed circuit board and coding program using using Python, MakeCode and MIT’s Scratch• Designed and illustrated lesson packages using Adobe Suite and Canva.• Filled a gap in organizational communication systems by developing an original learning consolidation model

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  Midnight Sun Solar Rayce Car Team

  May 2021 - Aug 2023

  Sponsorship & Supplier Interfacing Co-Lead

  • Pitch funding proposals directly to sponsors leading to $10K in grants on a triannual basis• Communicate with mechanical sub team to understand the need for specific materials, including constraints in size and performance• Cold-call wholesale suppliers to establish partnership deals• Write and edit corporate sponsorship applications• Facilitate procurement by keeping an up-to-date excel spreadsheet of team partnerships

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  The Walsh Group - Walsh Construction & Archer Western

  Sept 2021 - Dec 2021

  Project Coordinator

  • Spearheaded the use of Procore software to effectively manage document flow between consultants, constructor and trades, including submittals, RFIs and meeting notes.• Marked up architectural drawings by creating overlays, adding dimensions, and linking site photos.Initiated QA/QC pre-installation meetings• Coordinated over five trades to write a procurement schedule and manage supply chain issues.

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  Skyjack Inc.

  May 2022 - Aug 2022

  Manufacturing Engineering Intern

  • Created efficiencies in production by optimizing plant layout• Applied SOLIDWORKS models and collaborated with assembly workers to clearly describe assembly processes, establishing a legacy of knowledge• Communicated discrepancies in controlled drawings and possible assembly updates to the design department

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  JSI

  Jan 2023 - Apr 2023

  Technical Writer

  • Reviewed and edited customer facing product knowledge articles, cross referencing with user guides to identify out of date information• Tested over 15 e-learning courses for QA compliance• Took ownership over e-learning source video compilation and storage

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  Slacan Industries

  Sept 2023 - Dec 2023

  Product Design Engineering Intern

  • Designed cast, upset and drop forged transmission and distribution hardware using SOLIDWORKS • Managed several projects at once, working with Sales, Engineering, and Assembly, leading to successful customer interactions• Performed quality tests on prototypes to CSA and customer standards

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  Arcadis

  May 2024 - Aug 2024

  Mechanical Engineering Student

  • Reviewed mechanical systems submittals to ensure compliance with complex testing requirements• Developed skills in Revit by designing a plumbing layout for a retrofit project• Designed an HVAC layout in AutoCAD, and presented the layout with the sizing calculations to the team• Exposure to the fundamentals of mechanical systems design through regular mentoring sessions

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  Airbus Aircraft

  Aug 2024 - now

  Intern A330 Chief Engineer’s Office

  • Supporting the continuous airworthiness of the fleet, delivery of aircraft and quality investigations;• Understanding the airline's operational requirements and supporting the implementation of associated improvements. • Involved in liaising and integrating across a number of teams, e.g. Overall Aircraft Design, Engineering, Airworthiness, Supply management, and more;