Lisa Buffington
Flagstaff
Summary
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Ready to contribute to team success and achieve positive results for all stakeholders. Prepared to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Start Implementation Support Team
Northern Arizona Council Of Governments
10.2023 - Current
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Gifted Education Specialist/Teacher
Flagstaff Unified School District
08.1996 - 06.2023
- Assisted in grant writing and implementation.
- Ensured and promoted equity in gifted and honors programs.
- Trained and modeled gifted education methods to teachers across the district.
- Championed diversity, working towards creating an inclusive learning environment for all students.
University Professor
Northern Arizona University/University of Phoenix
01.1999 - 05.2009
- Taught classes in multiple modalities in the fields of gifted education, special education, bilingual and multicultural education, and ethics.
- Supervised university teachers as a faculty liaison and evaluator.
- Taught culturally diverse student and teacher populations by employing various learning styles and abilities.
Education
Master of Education - Bilingual And Multicultural Education
Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff, AZ05-2003
Master of Education - Gifted Education
Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff, AZ05-1996
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Arts/Education
Purdue University
West Lafayette, IN05-1990
Skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Project management
- Quality control to ensure adherence to all regulations
- Analysis skills
- Problem-solving
- Critical thinking
- Problem resolution
- Friendly, positive attitude
Languages
German
Native or Bilingual
Navajo
Elementary
Timeline
Head Start Implementation Support Team
Northern Arizona Council Of Governments
10.2023 - Current
University Professor
Northern Arizona University/University of Phoenix
01.1999 - 05.2009
Gifted Education Specialist/Teacher
Flagstaff Unified School District
08.1996 - 06.2023
Master of Education - Bilingual And Multicultural Education
Northern Arizona University
Master of Education - Gifted Education
Northern Arizona University
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Arts/Education
Purdue University
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