Kara Thompson

Kara Thompson is an experienced educator specializing in special education and art education. Since November 2016, Kara has worked at National Heritage Academies as an Art Education instructor. In addition, Kara has been the Director of Special Education at Therapies for Kids since January 2016, focusing on educating parents and students with Autism through one-on-one assistance and ABA therapy. Since January 2015, Kara has held the position of Special Education Teacher/Resource Room at Futures Healthcore, emphasizing instructional leadership and raising student achievement. As a mentor for Special Education high school students at Momentum Academy since January 2013, Kara fosters growth and development in challenging educational environments. Kara's educational background includes a Doctor of Education, a Research Doctorate, and a Doctor of Philosophy, all in Special Education and related fields from Walden University, along with a Master’s Degree in Art Education from Wayne State University.