Karen van Ausdal

Karen Van Ausdal has a diverse work experience that spans multiple organizations and roles. Karen most recently served as the Vice President of Practice at the Collaborative for Academic, Social, and Emotional Learning since 2023. Prior to that, they held positions such as Senior Director of Practice and Director of Practice at the same organization. Before joining the Collaborative for Academic, Social, and Emotional Learning, Karen worked at Chicago Public Schools where they were the Executive Director of the Office of Social and Emotional Learning from 2013 to 2016. Additionally, they worked at Peace First as a Program Specialist from 2001 to 2005 and at Norwood School as an Elementary Teacher from 1998 to 2000.

Karen Van Ausdal has a diverse education history. In 1994, they enrolled at Brown University and completed their Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree in Education in 1998. Later, in 2000, they attended the Harvard Graduate School of Education, where they obtained their Master's in Education (MEd). Their focus area or field of study during this time is not specified. In 2006-2007, Karen pursued further education at The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE), earning their Master of Science (MSc.) degree in Social Policy/Non-Profit Organizations.