JACI KARN
Omaha,NE
Summary
Education professional with 4+ years of experience in training, instructional design, and team leadership. Proven ability to develop, deliver, and evaluate effective training programs aligned with organizational goals. Passionate about youth development, mentorship, and creating consistent, mission-driven systems through collaboration, data-informed decision-making, and clear communication.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher & Team Leader
Papillion La Vista South High School
08.2021 - Current
- Designed and delivered instructional materials, training resources, and support systems
- Designed and wrote standards-aligned curriculum to support student learning
- Served as a mentor to new team members, modeling best practices, offering guidance, and fostering professional growth.
- Led and facilitated IEP, eligibility, and transition planning meetings
- Implemented and monitored individualized plans to ensure consistency and compliance
- Served as Freshman Team Leader, facilitating staff meetings, supporting team members, and facilitating student activities/competitions.
- Analyzed student data and progress metrics to improve instructional outcomes
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams and external partners
- Maintained confidentiality and upheld ethical and legal standards
Freshman Volleyball Coach
Unified Swim & Bowling Coach
- Planned and facilitated training, mentorship, and skill-building experiences
- Promoted inclusive, mission-driven environments for diverse student populations
- Managed scheduling, communication, and team logistics
Education
Master of Science - Special Education
Northwest Missouri State University
Bachelor of Arts - Education, Elementary Education (K–6), Special Education (K–12)
University of Nebraska at Kearney
Skills
- Training Development & Facilitation
- Curriculum & Instructional Design
- Program Evaluation
- Team Leadership
- Data Analysis
- Collaboration
- Communication
- Organization
- Time Management
- Adaptable
- Microsoft
- Excel
- Data Collection Software
Certification
- State Teaching License | CPR & First Aid
- Transition Planning & Postsecondary Readiness
- Functional Behavior Assessments
- Trauma-Informed Practices
- Inclusion & Co-Teaching
- Social-Emotional Learning (SEL)
- AI Tools & Educational Technology
Timeline
Special Education Teacher & Team Leader
Papillion La Vista South High School
08.2021 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Education, Elementary Education (K–6), Special Education (K–12)
University of Nebraska at Kearney
Freshman Volleyball Coach
Unified Swim & Bowling Coach
Master of Science - Special Education
Northwest Missouri State University