Meet our amazing staff! Camp Fire Columbia is comprised of three main programs:
- Camp Namanu Summer camp; serving ages 6-17
- Before and After School Programs; serving at various elementary schools throughout the Portland, McMinnville, and West Linn/Wilsonville Districts
- Teens Programs; serving individual teens in Middle and High Schools in various Portland area locations
These programs are guided and supported by:
- Our Board of Directors
- Administrative Team
We are on a mission to be the best place to work in Oregon: A workplace that centers support, training, community-building, and overall well-being for staff. See our Careers page for more information on compensation and benefits!
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Maji Tayba
Before and After School Program Aide, Hayhurst Elementary
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Makenna Jordan (She/They)
Before and After School Site Supervisor, Trillium Creek
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Marco Matias
Multi-Site Manager Bilingual (Spanish)
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Maria Verduzco (She/Her)
Before and After School Program Aide, Newby Elementary
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Mark Lau
Board Member | Nike
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Martin Chasehill
Acting Assistant Director of Finance
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Marychris Sitton
Before and After School Program Lead, Clark Elementary
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Megan Russell
Before and After School Site Supervisor, Beverly Cleary/Fernwood Elementary
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Melynda Retallack
Board Chair | Principal and Owner, Ink: Built
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Michael Smith
Teen Programs HS Youth Development Site Manager, Lane Middle School
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Moiz Tremazi
Before and After School Program Aide, Sunset Primary
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Mojo Russ McCoy
Before and After School Program Specialist