Instructional Designer and SEL Facilitator

Kari Perkins – MS Instructional Design

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Professional Summary

Accomplished Academic Resource Coordinator with more than ten years of experience in developing educational programs aimed at improving student outcomes. Skilled in instructional design and social-emotional learning strategies, with a strong background in using data analysis to inform academic initiatives. Notable achievements include launching a peer tutoring program and facilitating workshops that boosted student engagement. Dedicated to leveraging curriculum development expertise and technology integration to create inclusive educational environments. Certified by the National Council for Mental Wellbeing.

Work Experience

Academic Resource Coordinator

Arizona College of Nursing • Dallas, United States

02/2024 – 12/2025

Led the advancement of 504 and ADA programs as Social Media Liaison and Learning Resources Coordinator, enhancing accessibility for students in areas such as testing procedures and technology integration.

Designed and delivered workshops tailored to student needs, including organizing and executing career fairs for student development.

Initiated and maintained peer tutor and study programs, and created materials like posters, calendars, and schedules to promote academic engagement.

Managed IT troubleshooting and developed Canvas modules, using data analysis to inform student success strategies.

Collaborated with AI and ESL teams, actively participating in General Education (GE) success initiatives.

Earned recognition as a Torchbearer in 2025.

Social Emotional Learning Facilitator

Lewisville ISD • Lewisville, United States

10/2021 – 08/2023

Developed educational content integrating social emotional learning (SEL) strategies.

Created customized advisory lessons addressing important campus issues such as school shootings, substance abuse, and mental health awareness.

Reduced recidivism rates for students in alternative education and juvenile justice settings.

Supported at-risk students in achieving graduation by promoting personal responsibility, empathy, and social awareness, with a success rate exceeding 50%.

Recognized school-wide and individual student accomplishments.

Per Diem Specialist

Imagine Learning • Remote Texas, United States

05/2019 – 02/2022

Implemented the Imagine Learning Language and Literacy program across multiple campuses in DFW and remotely nationwide.

Trained administrators and educators on best practices for the Imagine Learning program, enhancing instructional quality.

Delivered web-based, blended, and on-site training to help educators efficiently use the program in line with district objectives.

Pregnancy Related Services and Compensatory Home Instruction

Winfree Academy Charter Schools • DFW, United States

09/2014 – 08/2018

Ensured academic success for pregnant learners through individualized instructional plans and strong social support.

Communicated vital information to staff and fostered relationships among schools, communities, and families.

Provided instruction in all subjects, from English 1 to Pre-Calculus, adapting methods for each learner.

Maintained computer equipment and software to ensure resources were functional and current.

Enhanced communication between learners, teachers, and school staff for a productive learning environment.

Kept accurate records required by state and district authorities.

Administered state exams, including TAKS and STAAR, onsite.

Department Chair

Carrollton-Farmers Branch ISD • Carrollton, United States

07/2000 – 08/2014

Facilitated the use of computer hardware and software, providing professional development to enhance curriculum and teaching effectiveness.

Increased enrollment by 300% in the German program as well as in AP testing for the world language programs.

Led German language courses (levels 1, 2, pre-AP 3, and AP 4), organized the German Club and competitions, taught World Geography, contributed to the Campus Improvement Committee, the SLC committee and the Cultural Spiritual Understanding group, managed World Language staff, and advocated for departmental initiatives.

Education

M.S - Instructional Design and Technology

Full Sail University • Winter Park, United States

09/2014 – 10/2015

Salutatorian

B.A. - German

University of North Texas • Denton, United States

09/1992 – 05/1996

Skills

Academic

Administration

Adobe

AI Implementation

APA style

Canvas

Computer Hardware

Learning Management Systems

Instructional Design

Technology

Training

Learning Theory (Adult and child)

Social Emotional Learning

ADDIE

Language Aquisition

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