Buffie Campbell - Schmidt
Ukiah,CA
Summary
Dynamic educator and leader with a rich background in fostering the cultural and linguistic growth of students at Ukiah Unified School District. Excelled in relationship building and effective communication, enhancing community outreach and cultural sensitivity. Proven track record in innovation and youth mentorship, significantly contributing to the advancement of local Indigenous cultures and ecosystems.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Ukiah High School Northern Pomo Language Teacher
Ukiah Unified School District
Ukiah, CA
08.2021 - Current
- Adapted curriculum to fit program participants' abilities and needs, using preassessment followed by in-progress assessments to confirm learning fulfillment.
- Demonstrated proper pronunciation of words, phrases and sentences during lessons.
- Taught concepts found on standardized tests and built necessary support skills to help students perform well.
- Attended workshops on learning goals, classroom management, student motivation and engaging learning activities.
- Integrated academic and vocational curricula to help students learn variety of skills.
- Designed activities that encouraged students to practice their new language skills in a fun and interactive way.
- Addressed student inquiries and concerns related to curricula, course content and class schedules.
- Maintained records of student attendance and grades according to school policy.
- Instructed students of various backgrounds and learning styles by employing variety of instructional resources.
- Organized cultural events such as plays, music performances and guest speakers to help students gain a better understanding of the culture associated with the language being taught.
- Collaborated with colleagues on curriculum development and assessment strategies.
- Assessed student progress through tests, quizzes and other formative assessments.
- Created an atmosphere conducive to learning by using positive reinforcement techniques.
- Established training program objectives and created related curricula and learning materials.
Board Treasurer
Sinkyone Wilderness Council
Ukiah, CA
04.2020 - 08.2024
- Board Treasurer of a non-profit Tribal Consortium of ten federally recognized Northern California Indian Tribes
- Supported the re-establishment of local Tribal peoples' relationship with their traditional territories
- Advocated for the protection and restoration of the coastal forest and marine ecosystems
- Collaborated with a wide variety of project partners
Vice Chairperson
Sherwood Valley Band of Pomo Indians
Willits, CA
04.2020 - 04.2024
- Assist the Chairperson of the tribe when called upon to do so, including but not limited to preside over council meetings
Education
Associate of Science - Business Administration
Heald Business College
Santa Rosa, CASkills
- Relationship and Team Building
- Effective Communication
- Public Speaking
- Integrity
- Transparency
- Executive Leadership
- Employee Motivation
- Goal Setting
- Empathy and patience
- Youth mentorship
- Community Outreach
- Cultural Knowledge of local Indigenous People
- Cultural sensitivity
- Ethics and compliance
- Diversity and inclusion
- Innovation mindset
Affiliations
- Pomo Dancer and Pomo regalia maker
- Original bead work and handmade native crafts
- Traditional Pomo basket weaver
- Traditional medicine and food harvester
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Ukiah High School Northern Pomo Language Teacher
Ukiah Unified School District
08.2021 - Current
Vice Chairperson
Sherwood Valley Band of Pomo Indians
04.2020 - 04.2024
Board Treasurer
Sinkyone Wilderness Council
04.2020 - 08.2024
Associate of Science - Business Administration
Heald Business College
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