Kari Dory
Waddell,AZ
Summary
Accomplished educator with expertise in curriculum delivery and assessment, enhancing student outcomes at Cartwright School District #83. Skilled in coaching and performance evaluation, fostering team collaboration to drive learner success. Developed individualized education plans, improving academic and behavioral skills. Proven track record in designing interventions, achieving a 20% increase in student engagement.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Inclusion & Resource Teacher
Cartwright School District #83
Phoenix, AZ
07.2025 - Current
- Develop individualized education plans (IEPs) and assess learner performance.
- Collaborate with general education teachers and service providers to ensure coordinated support.
- Delivered specialized instruction and coached students to enhance academic and behavioral skills.
- Provided feedback and modeled strategies to support improved learning outcomes.
- Promoted positive social interactions through implementation of behavior support techniques.
Special Education Teacher
Bureau of Indian Education, Santa Rosa Day School
Sells, AZ
01.2025 - 06.2025
- Developed and implemented curriculum tailored to diverse learning needs, enhancing student engagement and understanding.
- Coordinated IEP meetings and parent-teacher conferences, fostering collaboration between families and educators to support student progress.
- Executed Functional Behavioral Assessments and mentored support staff, promoting effective strategies for student behavior management.
Special Education Resource Teacher
Sierra Vista Unified School District, Village Meadows Elementary
, AZ
07.2015 - 05.2018
- Delivered specialized instruction and coached students in academic and behavioral skills, fostering improved learning outcomes.
- Designed interventions, assessed student performance, and provided actionable feedback.
- Modeled instructional techniques and coached colleagues to implement effective accommodations and differentiation, enhancing student engagement.
- Participated in Child Study Team and training committees to collaborate on student needs and develop targeted interventions.
Special Education Teacher
Arizona Department of Corrections
Douglas, AZ
06.2013 - 07.2015
- Supervised aides in implementing programs and tracked learner progress.
- Motivated and coached learners, enhancing their functional and academic goal achievement.
- Designed differentiated lessons and interventions for adult learners.
- Collaborated on developing department teacher evaluation tools, improving staff performance assessment.
Special Education Teacher
Palominas School District, Coronado Elementary
, AZ
01.2007 - 01.2013
Developmental Preschool Teacher
Plummer Worley Joint School District
Worley, ID
01.2006 - 01.2007
3rd Grade Teacher
Plummer Worley Joint School District
Worley, ID
01.2005 - 01.2006
Education
Master of Education - Teacher Leadership
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN01-2016
Master of Education - Instructional Design & Technology
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN01-2014
Bachelor of General Studies - Special Education, Elementary Education
Gonzaga University
01-2005
Arizona Teacher Certification - Standard Cross-Categorical Special Education, K-12, History, SEI
Skills
- Curriculum Delivery & Assessment
- Adult learning techniques
- Coaching & Performance Evaluation
- Skill improvement feedback
- Team Collaboration & Interpersonal Communication
- Data Collection & Reporting
- Instructional Design
Certification
Arizona Teacher Certification, Standard Cross-Categorical Special Education, K-12, History, SEI
Timeline
Special Education Inclusion & Resource Teacher
Cartwright School District #83
07.2025 - Current
Special Education Teacher
Bureau of Indian Education, Santa Rosa Day School
01.2025 - 06.2025
Special Education Resource Teacher
Sierra Vista Unified School District, Village Meadows Elementary
07.2015 - 05.2018
Special Education Teacher
Arizona Department of Corrections
06.2013 - 07.2015
Special Education Teacher
Palominas School District, Coronado Elementary
01.2007 - 01.2013
Developmental Preschool Teacher
Plummer Worley Joint School District
01.2006 - 01.2007
3rd Grade Teacher
Plummer Worley Joint School District
01.2005 - 01.2006
Master of Education - Teacher Leadership
Walden University
Master of Education - Instructional Design & Technology
Walden University
Bachelor of General Studies - Special Education, Elementary Education
Gonzaga University