Kara Stimpson
About Kara Stimpson
Kara Stimpson serves as the Vice President of Program Services at Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metro Atlanta, where she has worked since 2022. With a background in education that includes roles as a teacher and principal, she possesses expertise in differentiated instruction, educational technology, and leadership.
Work at Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metro Atlanta
Kara Stimpson currently serves as the Vice President of Program Services at Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metro Atlanta. She has held this position since 2022, contributing to the organization's mission of mentoring youth in the Atlanta area. In her role, she focuses on program development and implementation, ensuring that services meet the needs of the community and the individuals served.
Education and Expertise
Kara Stimpson holds a Bachelor's degree in Education from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, which she earned from 1995 to 1999. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master's degree in Educational Leadership and Administration from Kennesaw State University in 2007. Additionally, she achieved an Educational Specialist degree in Educational Leadership and Administration from Georgia State University in 2013. Her expertise includes differentiated instruction, classroom management, educational technology, and professional learning communities.
Background in Education
Kara Stimpson has a substantial background in the education sector. She began her career as a teacher at Durham Public Schools from 1999 to 2001. She then transitioned to Atlanta Public Schools, where she served as Principal from 2011 to 2021, leading a turnaround school. Following her tenure in Atlanta Public Schools, she worked as the Managing Director of School System Coaching Strategy at Achievement Network (ANet) from 2021 to 2022.
Leadership Experience
Kara Stimpson has extensive leadership experience in educational settings. As Principal at Atlanta Public Schools for ten years, she was responsible for implementing strategies to improve school performance. Her role at Achievement Network involved coaching school systems, further enhancing her leadership skills. In her current position at Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metro Atlanta, she continues to apply her leadership expertise to develop impactful programs for youth.