Selena Davis
Des Moines,IA
Summary
Skilled Paraeducator from West Des Moines Community Schools, adept in IEP implementation and providing emotional support. Excelled in creating accessible learning environments and enhancing student self-advocacy, demonstrating a significant impact on positive learning outcomes. Proficient in nonviolent crisis intervention, showcasing a balanced blend of hard and soft skills tailored to diverse needs.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraeducator, Special Education
West Des Moines Community Schools
08.2023 - Current
- Assisted teachers in adapting lesson plans and materials, ensuring accessibility for all students.
- Promoted self-advocacy skills by teaching students how to express their needs effectively within the classroom setting.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Maintained accurate records of student performance, attendance, and progress towards IEP goals.
Home Care Provider
Vibrant Homecare
01.2018 - 05.2019
- Assisted patients with personal requirements for housekeeping and grooming assistance.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Assisted patients with handling daily chores and errands by transporting to appointments, cleaning personal spaces, and purchasing supplies.
- Provided patients with assistance in completing daily tasks, reducing daily burden on family members.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
Gas Station Clerk
Quick Trip
01.2015 - 02.2017
- Maintained clean and orderly work station.
- Checked customer identification for alcohol, cigarette, and lottery sales.
- Provided accurate cash handling and timely transactions, ensuring smooth operations at the register.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing efficient and friendly service at the gas station.
- Managed inventory and restocked shelves as needed to maintain adequate product availability.
- Maintained a clean and organized store environment for improved customer experience.
Education
Nursing
Mercy College of Health Sciences
Des MoinesNursing
DMACC
Des MoinesSkills
- Classroom support
- Emotional support
- Data collection
- Motor skills development
- Nonviolent crisis intervention
- Autism spectrum
- IEP implementation
- Behavioral plan management
Timeline
Paraeducator, Special Education
West Des Moines Community Schools
08.2023 - Current
Home Care Provider
Vibrant Homecare
01.2018 - 05.2019
Gas Station Clerk
Quick Trip
01.2015 - 02.2017
Nursing
Mercy College of Health Sciences
Nursing
DMACC
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