Kari Lowe
Educator And Educational Technologist
Blaine,MN
Summary
Dedicated and passionate American Sign Language (ASL) Teacher with over six years of experience teaching high school students. Skilled in designing data-driven lesson plans, implementing differentiated instruction strategies, and fostering inclusive learning environments. Proficient in leveraging educational technology to enhance student engagement and academic success. Committed to professional growth and equity in education.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages
Work History
American Sign Language Teacher
Independent School District 622, Tartan Senior High School
08.2017 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with state curriculum standards, integrating technology to boost student engagement by 20%
- Maintained a respectful classroom environment by implementing positive reinforcement strategies, reducing behavioral incidents by 15%
- Tailored teaching approaches, such as visual aids and interactive activities, to meet diverse learning needs, improving overall student comprehension
- Evaluated student progress through custom-designed assessments, achieving a 90% success rate on key ASL proficiency exams
- Leveraged advanced ASL proficiency and ongoing professional development (e.g., UDL training) to enhance lesson effectiveness
Education
Master of Science - Educational Technology
Mankato State University
Mankato, MN 01.2024 - 01.2026
Associate of Applied Science - American Sign Language Interpreting and Transliterating
Saint Paul College
St. Paul, MN 08.2011 - 06.2014
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Bemidji State University
Bemidji, MN 08.2004 - 06.2008
Skills
- Lesson Planning
- Differentiated Instruction
- Classroom Management
- Assessment and Evaluation
- Curriculum Development
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Active Listening
- Empathy and Patience
- Conflict Resolution
- Mentoring and Advising
- Proficient in Smartboards
- Proficient in projectors
- Proficient in various educational software
- LMS tools (Google Classroom)
- LMS tools (Blackboard)
- LMS tools (Canva)
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Cultural Competence
- Collaboration
- Adaptability
- Time Management
- Special Education Strategies
- Record Keeping
- Multitasking
Student engagement
Empathy and patience
Teaching strategies
Interactive teaching
Skills
Lesson Planning, Differentiated Instruction, Classroom Management, Assessment and Evaluation, Curriculum Development, Verbal and Written Communication, Active Listening, Empathy and Patience, Conflict Resolution, Mentoring and Advising, Proficient in Smartboards, Projectors, Various Educational Software, LMS Tools (Google Classroom, Blackboard, Canva), Microsoft Office Suite, Cultural Competence, Collaboration, Adaptability, Time Management, Special Education Strategies, Record Keeping, Multitasking
Professional Development
- Ongoing training in Universal Design for Learning (UDL) principles and trauma-informed teaching.
- Experience integrating innovative tools like Flipgrid and Google Classroom to enhance student engagement.
Timeline
Master of Science - Educational Technology
Mankato State University
01.2024 - 01.2026
American Sign Language Teacher
Independent School District 622, Tartan Senior High School
08.2017 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - American Sign Language Interpreting and Transliterating
Saint Paul College
08.2011 - 06.2014
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Bemidji State University
08.2004 - 06.2008
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