Selenia Hawkins
Twentynine Palms,CA
Summary
Highly motivated team player with passion for helping others. Possesses excellent organizational and communication skills and provides individualized assistance and support. Experienced in delivering guidance and education on various topics such as academics, behavior management and technology. Organized and dependable successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet student and classroom goals. Focused on helping each student reach full potential.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paraprofessional- Special Education
Stafford County Public Schools
09.2021 - 05.2023
- Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
- Collaborated with teachers to develop and implement individualized education plans for students with special needs.
- Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by establishing strong rapport with students, parents, and faculty members.
- Assisted in the administration of standardized testing, ensuring accurate assessment of student performance levels.
- Increased parent engagement in their children''s education by participating in parent-teacher conferences and providing regular updates on student progress.
- Promoted a respectful classroom culture by modeling appropriate behavior and reinforcing positive interactions among peers.
- Assisted teachers in the development of engaging lesson materials aligned with curriculum standards for various subject areas.
- Enhanced classroom efficiency through organizing instructional materials, managing daily schedules, and preparing resources for lessons as needed.
- Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
- Implemented behavior management techniques effectively to maintain a structured learning environment conducive to student success.
- Supported school initiatives by participating in professional development opportunities and collaborating with colleagues on best practices for student growth and achievement.
- Laminated teaching materials to increase durability under repeated use.
- Collaborated with instructors to develop engaging lesson plans.
- Developed and implemented strategies to improve student engagement.
- Demonstrated specific skills and activities for students to improve understanding and take excess workload off teachers.
- Took part in professional development workshops to boost skills.
Secretary
Stella's Girls Inc.
03.2016 - 07.2020
- Keep accurate records and minutes of all meetings of Corporation; Make available minutes of previous meetings and distribute them in advance of each meeting Cause to be delivered all notices of meetings to those persons entitled to vote at such meetings Maintain minutes and current listing, with contact information, of directors at the office of the corporation
- Assisted in event planning and execution for company functions such as conferences, workshops, or social gatherings.
- Participate in any event that is being held by Stella's Girls if possible Carry out tasks efficiently and honestly Keep internal information confidential Educate, empower girls and young women to become leaders, social change agents, and advocates in their communities Provide mentorship and one on one to our mentees Participate and help our current girls in tutoring, mentorship, and coding programs we have available
- Facilitated communication between departments for improved collaboration and project success.
Treasurer
Okinawa International Women's Club
10.2017 - 06.2020
- The treasurer chair is responsible for collecting money from board members and/or OIWC general members to be given to the Japanese side treasurer
- Provide a monthly account of funds to the Japanese treasurer Facilitating reimbursements of funds and reporting the status of OIWC funds to the board Support the constitution and by-laws of OIWC Attend the welcome tea, board meetings, and all luncheons Regularly monitor and professionally maintain the email account of the position Respond to all email inquiries within 48 hours Create, upload and maintain treasurer data/documents in the shared folder 'OIWC' on google drive under the respective goal Keep an up to date accounting spreadsheet for all the funds received and provide a copy to the Japanese treasurer on a regular basis Coordinate with Japanese treasurer with reporting of funds at first general membership meeting and board meetings Coordinate collection of membership due with membership chairperson Collect reservation payments at luncheons for the next luncheon at the check-in table Collect all dropbox locations funds prior to luncheon and turn the money over to the Japanese treasurer before check-in begins Facilitate reimbursement for supplies between the foreign board and Japanese treasurer Executed financial due diligence tasks on daily basis to maintain optimal company finances.
Family Readiness Officer Assistant
USMC CLB-31
04.2014 - 07.2016
- Keeping families informed
- While the units are deployed, the Family Readiness Program is the means by which families receive all official messages from the command
- Providing the voice of experience
- Family Readiness Assistants know the ins and outs of military living and possess the knowledge to help other families through the difficult deployment period
- Receive extensive training on the programs and services available to military families and are eager to pass this information on
- Information Referral Services
- Enhance family readiness for the deployment and does so by creating programs, readiness packets, and social events designed to make the separation caused by deployment a little easier to bear
- A support system
- Remember, you are not alone
- As military families, we are part of a unique community and in a profound way - we are a family unto ourselves
- Any problem you may be facing has no doubt been met and overcome by another family member and the Family Readiness Program provides the means for their experience to benefit you
- Attended and helped organized over 55 events created by our family readiness officer Barracks bashes, welcome back signs, welcome back food prep, spring socials, ship tours, pre-deployment briefs, the taste of home, spouse warrior day, Christmas party, family bowling, meu luncheons, field meet, Christmas parties, Halloween carnival, volunteer meetings, family nights, and these are to name of few of the things that I helped organize
- The main reason was to support our families and be the seasoned spouse while the service members were deployed.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Education Studies
University of Arizona Global Campus
Tempe, AZ05.2024
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education
The University of Arizona Global Campus
01.2021
Skills
- Strong Organizational Skills
- Professional and Courteous
- Judgment and Decision Making
- Multitasking and Time Management
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Highly Efficient and Productive
- Fast Learner
- Experience with Diverse Student Populations
- Organizational and Planning Skills
- Enthusiasm for Students and Teaching
- Communicating with Parents and Teachers
- Collaborative and Team-Oriented
- Strong Work Ethic and Dependable
- Positive Attitude and Energetic
- Crisis Intervention
- Clerical Support
- Educational Assistance
- Special Education Support
Certification
CWSE5691: Child Abuse and Neglect: Recognizing, Reporting and Responding for Educators., Virginia Department of Social Services
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Paraprofessional- Special Education
Stafford County Public Schools
09.2021 - 05.2023
Treasurer
Okinawa International Women's Club
10.2017 - 06.2020
Secretary
Stella's Girls Inc.
03.2016 - 07.2020
Family Readiness Officer Assistant
USMC CLB-31
04.2014 - 07.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Education Studies
University of Arizona Global Campus
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education
The University of Arizona Global Campus
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