Karen Ambrose
Simpsonville,SC
Summary
Award-winning education professional with extensive experience in social studies curriculum design, instructional leadership, and assessment development. Currently contracting with a national online assessment company to write rigorous, standards-aligned social studies items. Proven track record in leading curriculum projects, developing K-12 resources, and aligning materials to national and state standards. Recognized for a deep commitment to equity, historical thinking, and meaningful student engagement. Available for consulting roles supporting curriculum design, standards alignment, and item writing in social studies education.
Overview
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Certification
Work History
Assessment Writer
Online Assessment Company
- Wrote high-quality, standards-based social studies assessment items
- Developed multiple-choice, tech-enhanced, and source-based items
- Applied historical thinking and disciplinary literacy best practices to assessment design.
- Collaborated with editorial teams to ensure clarity, rigor, and accessibility for diverse learners.
Social Studies Specialist
Greenville County School District
- Oversaw development of instructional resources and teacher professional development.
- Collaborated with district leaders to ensure curriculum alignment and instructional support.
- Utilized student performance data to guide curriculum revisions and target instructional supports.
Social Studies Instructional Coach
Hillcrest Middle School
- Provided coaching and curriculum support to middle school teachers.
- Delivered PD on literacy strategies, inquiry-based instruction, and data-driven planning.
Lead Teacher
Various Districts-South Carolina
- Used data-driven decision-making processes to analyze student performance trends and adjust instructional practices accordingly.
- Designed and executed project-based learning experiences, promoting teamwork, problem-solving skills, and real-world connections for students.
Education
Master of Arts - Secondary Education
University of South Carolina
Columbia, SCBachelor of Arts - Social Studies Education
Clemson University
Clemson, SCSkills
- Curriculum development for grades 6–12 in social studies
- Assessment and Instruction design expertise
- Expertize with C3 and state standards compliance
- Disciplinary literacy
- Content editing
- Project management in virtual teams
- Team leadership
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Excellent communication
- Attention to detail
Awards
SCCSS Lifetime Achievement Award (2023) Recognized for outstanding contributions to social studies education and curriculum development across South Carolina., Sons of American Revolution American History Teacher of the Year (SC), Gilder Lehrman American History Teacher of the Year (SC), Palmetto State Social Studies Teacher of Distinction
Certification
Secondary Social Studies
Middle Level Social Studies
Elementary Education
Timeline
Assessment Writer
Online Assessment Company
Social Studies Specialist
Greenville County School District
Social Studies Instructional Coach
Hillcrest Middle School
Lead Teacher
Various Districts-South Carolina
Master of Arts - Secondary Education
University of South Carolina
Bachelor of Arts - Social Studies Education
Clemson University
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