Camille Buxton
Clinton,MS
Summary
Dedicated and highly accomplished educator with 16 years of experience across the K–12 spectrum. Proven leader in teacher mentorship, program coordination, and academic advising. Demonstrated expertise in implementing leadership cultures as a Lighthouse Coordinator and guiding dual-enrollment transitions. Committed to integrating a Christian worldview into teacher preparation and fostering excellence in the next generation of educators.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
English Teacher / Lighthouse Coordinator
Warren Central High School
Vicksburg, MS
01.2025 - Current
- Lighthouse Coordinator: Oversee the school-wide "Leader in Me" initiative, managing faculty teams to foster a culture of student leadership and academic excellence.
- Subject Areas: Deliver instruction for English I (9th) and Freshman Seminar.
- Deliver rigorous instruction aligned with state standards while maintaining high engagement and supporting the transition of first-year high school students.
High School Instructor / Junior Advisor
River City Early College
Vicksburg, MS
01.2016 - 01.2025
- Junior Advisor: Orchestrated the transition of 11th-grade dual-enrolled students to Hinds Community College, managing full collegiate loads to ensure students earned both a high school diploma and an Associate degree.
- Subject Areas: Taught English I (9th), English II (10th), and College and Career Readiness (11th).
- Leadership: Served on the Teacher Lighthouse Team (2018–2025), shaping school culture and operational goals.
- Recognition: Named Teacher of the Year.
Elementary Teacher
Bowmar Elementary
Vicksburg, MS
01.2009 - 01.2016
- Subject Areas: Provided foundational instruction in Kindergarten (Reading, Math, Social-Emotional growth), 4th Grade (English and Mississippi Studies), and 6th Grade (English).
- Mentorship: Served as a Mentor Teacher for Mississippi State University, supervising and evaluating teacher candidates during their clinical field experiences.
- Leadership: Served on the Teacher Lighthouse Team (2012–2016), facilitating leadership development for staff and students.
- Recognition: Named Teacher of the Year.
Education
Educational Specialist (Ed.S.) - Educational Leadership
William Carey University
Hattiesburg, MS05-2018
Master of Arts - Teaching (MAT)
Mississippi College
Clinton, MS05-2012
Bachelor of General Studies -
Alcorn State University
Lorman, MS05-2008
Skills
- Learning Management Systems: Canvas (District Trained)
- Virtual Collaboration: Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Google Workspace
- Data-Driven Instruction & Assessment Mastery
Affiliations
- Member, Jubilee Revival Center, Vicksburg, MS
- Coordinator, Lighthouse Leadership Team
- Mentor, University Teacher Candidate Program (MSU Partnership)
Timeline
English Teacher / Lighthouse Coordinator
Warren Central High School
01.2025 - Current
High School Instructor / Junior Advisor
River City Early College
01.2016 - 01.2025
Elementary Teacher
Bowmar Elementary
01.2009 - 01.2016
Educational Specialist (Ed.S.) - Educational Leadership
William Carey University
Master of Arts - Teaching (MAT)
Mississippi College
Bachelor of General Studies -
Alcorn State University
CORE COMPETENCIES & LEADERSHIP
- Teacher Preparation: Experience supervising and mentoring university-based teacher candidates.
- Instructional Technology: Proficient in Canvas LMS and online instructional strategies (Vicksburg Warren School District trained).
- Academic Advising: Expertise in dual-enrollment management and secondary-to-postsecondary transitions.
- Faith Integration: Strong commitment to biblical principles in education and leadership.