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Karen Sullivan

Indianapolis,Indiana

Summary

Results-oriented leader with over 15 years of instructional expertise and 8 years of success in program coordination and cross-functional leadership. Proven track record in managing high-stakes certifications, overseeing grant-funded initiatives, and leveraging data-driven insights to foster institutional growth. A collaborative communicator skilled in building partnerships with diverse stakeholders and maintaining consistent brand voice to achieve mission-centric excellence.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

12-1900

12-1900
12-1900
01.2025 - Current
12-1900

Elementary & Middle School Educator

Indianapolis Public Schools
Indianapolis, IN
01.2003 - 12.2024
  • Modeled research-based instructional strategies and provided targeted support for staff in IB pedagogy, assessment, and evidence-based practices to drive student achievement.
  • Led the horizontal and vertical alignment of state standards and IB frameworks, designing integrated units of study that foster critical thinking across K-8 grade levels.
  • Coordinated and facilitated district-wide professional development for teachers and families, focusing on high-quality instructional methodologies and restorative practices.
  • Deployed formative and summative assessment data to differentiate instruction, monitor student growth, and ensure all learners met or exceeded rigorous academic standards.
  • Spearheaded the successful IB authorization and evaluation processes, ensuring school-wide compliance with international educational standards and local curriculum objectives.

Education

Master of Science - Education

Indiana University
Bloomington, Indiana
12-2002

Bachelor of Arts - Sociology & Political Science

Indiana University
Bloomington, Indiana
05-1998

Skills

    Collaborative teamwork

    Curriculum development leadership

    Training and Staff Development

    Critical thinking

    Data Analysis & Planning

    Project execution

    Self-directed project management

    Digital platforms expertise

Accomplishments

Facilitated district-level science instruction and pedagogical support for K–2 faculty, driving consistent educational standards and resource alignment across Indianapolis Public Schools.

Orchestrated district-recognized programs and coordinated community-wide exhibitions to showcase findings to stakeholders. Facilitated professional development and communication for both teachers and families, focusing on high-quality engagement.

Maintained digital documentation and project work via data dashboards and shared platforms to ensure accurate reporting and goal tracking. Deployed formative and summative data to monitor growth and ensure all initiatives met rigorous organizational standards.

Led authorization and evaluation processes, ensuring full compliance with international standards and local objectives. Established strategic goals and data-driven assessments across 300+ coaching cycles to improve overall effectiveness and proficiency.

Acted as a bridge between strategic vision and execution by designing frameworks that translate goals into actionable outcomes. Led horizontal and vertical alignment of standards to ensure consistency across all levels.

Certification

Early Literacy Endorsement

80 Hours Keys to Literacy Certificate

International Baccalaureate Training • Making the PYP Happen; 2009 • Transdiciplinary Teaching and Learning; 2016 • Creating Authentic Units in the MYP (Cat. 3); 2017 • Delivering the MYP Curriculum: Heads of Schools/IB Coordinator (Cat. 2); 2018 • MYP Global Contexts for Teaching and Learning (Cat. 3); 2021

Timeline

12-1900

12-1900
01.2025 - Current

Elementary & Middle School Educator

Indianapolis Public Schools
01.2003 - 12.2024

Master of Science - Education

Indiana University

Bachelor of Arts - Sociology & Political Science

Indiana University