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Kara Powell

Kara Powell

Ocean Park,WA

Summary

Seasoned principal and teacher dedicated to student and staff success. Skilled in leading educational programs from kindergarten through secondary levels, with experience in curriculum development and assessment. Excels in communication, adaptability, and empathy, ensuring positive outcomes in diverse educational settings.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience

Work History

Teacher

Ocean Park Elementary
Ocean Park, WA
2022 - Current

Principal & Athletic Director

Ocean Beach School District
Ilwaco, Washington
07.2016 - 06.2022
  • Elementary, Middle School & High School

Principal

Whitman Elementary
Spokane, USA
01.2014 - 01.2017

Principal

Colton Elementary and Middle School
Colton, USA
07.2009 - 06.2013

Assistant Principal

Ontario Middle School
Ontario, USA
01.2008 - 01.2010

Teacher

Oakland Elementary School
Oakland, USA
07.2000 - 06.2009

Education

Initial Administrative License -

University of Portland
Oregon
01.2007

Masters of Teaching - Early Childhood/Elementary Education

Southern Oregon University
01.2000

Bachelor of Arts - Literature

Southern Oregon University
01.1999

Skills

  • Curriculum development
  • Classroom management
  • Data-driven instruction and analysis
  • Trauma-informed (ACES)
  • Teacher Evaluation (Marzano, Danielson & 5D)
  • Instructional strategies
  • Teacher training
  • Professional Learning Communities
  • Program development and evaluation
  • Technology integration
  • Behavior management
  • SMART Goals
  • Cultural sensitivity
  • Right Response (Isolation and Restraint)
  • Curriculum mapping and implementation
  • Multi-Tiered Systems of Supports (MTSS)
  • Positive Behavior Intervention System (PBIS)
  • Formative assessments and Standard-based grading
  • Differentiated instruction
  • Sped modifications and accommodations

Timeline

Principal & Athletic Director

Ocean Beach School District
07.2016 - 06.2022

Principal

Whitman Elementary
01.2014 - 01.2017

Principal

Colton Elementary and Middle School
07.2009 - 06.2013

Assistant Principal

Ontario Middle School
01.2008 - 01.2010

Teacher

Oakland Elementary School
07.2000 - 06.2009

Teacher

Ocean Park Elementary
2022 - Current

Initial Administrative License -

University of Portland

Masters of Teaching - Early Childhood/Elementary Education

Southern Oregon University

Bachelor of Arts - Literature

Southern Oregon University
Kara Powell