Kari Pliaconis
Summary
Dynamic and results-oriented educational leader with over 18 years of experience in instruction and school leadership. Proven ability to inspire teams, lead with vision, and build inclusive, student-centered learning communities. Adept in strategic planning, leading by example, communication, follow through, instruction across various populations, and stakeholder collaboration. Calm, focused, and effective under pressure, with a relentless commitment to educational excellence and continuous improvement.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Multi-Tiered Support System Educator
Manhattan Beach Unified School District
08.2024 - Current
- Administrator Designee at Robinson Elementary
- Supported at all seven school sites: lead staff meetings, classroom support, supervision duties, student behavior support, GATE testing, and state testing.
- Resolved behavior reports on Sprigio, by engaging students in restorative conversations to rebuild positive peer interactions.
- Facilitated the elementary math curriculum adoption in educational leadership role at District Office.
- Participated in Educational Service meetings to align district-wide educational strategies.
- Planned intensive RTI lessons for at-risk students three days weekly at Robinson Elementary.
- Collaborated with teachers, parents, and principal to enhance student support initiatives.
- Planned and ran the Elementary Math Competition, leading five teams from grades 4 to 8 to compete and win at the county level.
Educator
Manhattan Beach Unified School District
08.2010 - 06.2024
- Administrator designee at Grand View Elementary
- Facilitated Student Success Team meetings to enhance collaboration and decision-making.
- Advocated for team initiatives on Leadership Committee, promoting educational goals.
- Supported school as Personalized Learning Lead, implementing tailored learning strategies.
- Contributed to MBUSD's literacy program through active participation in Writing Workshop and Literacy Committees.
- Collaborated with stakeholders and students to achieve educational excellence.
- Facilitated student council activities to encourage leadership and engagement among peers.
Educator
Los Angeles Unified School District
08.2007 - 06.2010
- Assumed leadership roles early in career to drive team success.
- Coached colleagues in literacy demonstration classes to enhance teaching methods.
- Participated in Hiring Committee to select and onboard new educators.
Education
Master of Arts - School Administration
Loyola Marymount University
Los Angeles, CA12.2018
Master of Arts - Elementary Education
Loyola Marymount University
Los Angeles, CA05.2007
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Arts
California State University, Long Beach
Long Beach, CA12.2005
Skills
- Visionary Leadership
- Instructional Leader
- Relationship Building
- Supportive and Inclusive School Culture
- Technology Integration
- Crisis Management
- Continuous Improvement
- Lifelong Learner
- Effective Communication
- Collaboration
References
- Katie Cavallaro, Robinson Principal, MBUSD, (310) 987-0252
- Dr. Jonathan Erickson, Director of Curriculum and Instruction, MBUSD, (310) 350-7514
- Natalie DiBiase, MBMS Educator, MBUSD, (312) 520-0049
- Kortney Krivokopich, English Learner TOSA, MBUSD, (714) 458-3060
Timeline
Multi-Tiered Support System Educator
Manhattan Beach Unified School District
08.2024 - Current
Educator
Manhattan Beach Unified School District
08.2010 - 06.2024
Educator
Los Angeles Unified School District
08.2007 - 06.2010
Master of Arts - School Administration
Loyola Marymount University
Master of Arts - Elementary Education
Loyola Marymount University
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Arts
California State University, Long Beach
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