Camille Schmitt
Oakland
Summary
Dynamic Teaching Artist with extensive experience at Destiny Arts Center, specializing in curriculum design and community engagement. Adept at fostering creativity, confidence, and self-expression in young people while advocating for social justice. Skilled in conflict resolution, restorative justice, and inclusive teaching, I create impactful learning experiences that inspire diverse student groups and promote emotional intelligence and regulation.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
2
2
Certificates
Work History
Teaching Artist
Destiny Arts Center
Oakland
09.2022 - Current
- Designs engaging class content, fostering creativity and self-expression.
- Promotes social change aligned with Destiny's mission through innovative curriculum design.
- Engages with the Destiny community across all age groups in a respectful, warm, and inviting manner.
- Evaluates students on a monthly basis and adjusts lessons accordingly to incorporate improvements.
- Participates in professional development opportunities such as workshops or seminars related to teaching best practices.
Aftercare Facilitator
Abundant Beginnings
Oakland
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Supported the implementation of curriculum, led community circles using socio-emotional and social justice curriculum, and supported student conflict resolution using restorative justice principles.
- Supervised student transitions from one activity to another throughout the day.
- Planned and implemented lessons using various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
- Organized and set up classrooms in preparation for lessons.
Teaching Artist
East Bay Dance Center
Oakland
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Directed youth Hip-hop classes at EBDC.
- Developed creative movement curriculum for students aged 5-13.
- Coordinated annual performances for student participation.
- Monitored student behavior during class time and responded appropriately when necessary.
On-site Programs Assistant
Destiny Arts Center
Oakland
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Assisted families with registration and orientation.
- Maintained a welcoming and loving environment for new and returning families.
- Substituted for teaching artists when needed.
Senior Counselor
Destiny Arts Center Summer Camp
Oakland
01.2018 - 12.2018
- Managed the flow of camp days, supported Teaching Artists, assigned tasks to Junior Counselors, supported students with daily activities, facilitated conflict resolution through restorative justice practices
Assistant Teaching Artist
Destiny Arts Center
Oakland
01.2017 - 12.2017
- Supported and assisted Teaching Artists, assisted in curriculum development, ensured safety and well-being of students, led community circles incorporating restorative justice and trauma informed practices
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Media And Cultural Communications, Dance Minor
05-2022
- 3.9 GPA
- Adobe Creativity Scholar Recipient
Skills
- Restorative Justice Practices
- Workshop Facilitation
- Classroom Management
- Conflict Resolution
- Team Collaboration
- Creative & Inclusive Instruction
- Compassionate
- Open-minded
- Effective communication
- Artistic techniques
- Community engagement
Additional Training Experience
- 100K Acts of Solidarity Group Zoom, The Othering & Belonging Institute
- Trauma-informed Teacher Training, Abundant Beginnings
- Teaching Artist Training, Destiny Arts Center
- Leader of McClymonds High School GSA, Destiny Arts Center
- Leader of Monthly 'Wellness Wednesdays', Destiny Arts Center
Community Engagement, Cultural Exchange, and Leadership Experience
Creative Collaboration with Destiny Arts Center and Prayasam in Kolkata, India (2017, 2019)
- Studied movement and language arts in India and Oakland.
- Supported and participated in the process of co-creating artistic performances with young activists in India and Oakland.
- Performed comprehensive analysis of Hip-Hop and traditional Indian choreography for student lessons.
- Coordinated various rehearsals, led students in dance movement, participated in community discussion on the history and culture of India and Oakland.
- Performed in and collaborated on spoken-word performances on themes of social justice, transnational relationships, and ethical considerations in the liberation of women of color.
Certification
ACES Aware Training (September 2024)
Child Abuse & Neglect Mandated Reporter Training (September 2024)
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Elementary
Timeline
Teaching Artist - Destiny Arts Center
09.2022 - Current
Aftercare Facilitator - Abundant Beginnings
06.2022 - 08.2022
Teaching Artist - East Bay Dance Center
01.2019 - 01.2021
Senior Counselor - Destiny Arts Center Summer Camp
01.2018 - 12.2018
On-site Programs Assistant - Destiny Arts Center
01.2017 - 01.2019
Assistant Teaching Artist - Destiny Arts Center
01.2017 - 12.2017
Mills College - Bachelor of Arts, Media And Cultural Communications, Dance Minor
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