Computer Technology - well versed in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Publisher, PowerPoint, and Outlook 2016)
Selina Begay
Home Care Provider
Shiprock,NM
Summary
Eager care provider always ready and willing to assist children and adults with various daily routines and chores. Considered hardworking and reliable with great interpersonal skills. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals, accustomed to multitasking and working quickly to meet challenging demands. .
Skilled care professional well-versed in lesson planning, housekeeping and dietary requirements. Work with people of all ages. Trained in CPR and first aid with current certifications.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
2
2
Languages
Work History
Childcare Provider
Ariana Begay
Shiprock , NM
2020.12 - 2022.05
- Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
- Maintained effective schedule balance between rest periods, active play and instruction.
- Introduced children to educational games and activities to boost learning.
- Prepared healthy foods and beverages for children based on optimal dietary guidelines and individual restrictions.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Assisted children with putting on coats and cold-weather gear before going outside.
- Cared for children ages 0 to 2 in nurturing and age-appropriate way.
Pre-K Special Education Teacher
Central Consolidated School District
Shiprock , NM
2018.08 - 2019.11
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to students between the ages of 3 to 5 years.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Taught reading, language arts and social sciences in self-contained ED classroom.
- Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional and social growth.
- Designed and implemented point system to encourage positive behavior.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
Special Education Teacher
San Juan School District, Utah
Montezuma Creek , UT
2016.08 - 2018.05
- Modified general education curriculum for students with multiple classifications and degrees of special-needs using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Worked with students with mild to moderate disabilities to increase life skills.
- Taught reading, language arts and social sciences in self-contained ED and LD classroom.
- Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals by partnering with standard teachers from across academic departments.
Special Education Paraprofessional
San Juan School District, Utah
Navajo Mountain , UT
2010.08 - 2016.05
- Collaborated with teacher to create customized classroom environment integral to students' needs.
- Maintained positive attitude and affirmatively communicated with each student.
- Supported teacher in development of individual learning strategies.
- Interacted physically and verbally with students throughout each day.
- Contacted parents to discuss student progress and set up meetings.
- Maintained classroom equipment and work area to promote safe learning environment and meet mandated requirements.
- Assisted with communication methods to keep parents informed about child's development and behavioral issues.
Special Education Assistant
San Juan School District, Utah
Mexican Hat , UT
2009.08 - 2010.05
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Documented student behaviors, interventions and outcomes to enable lead teacher to address pertinent issues.
- Supported teacher in development of individual learning strategies.
- Aided elementary school special education teachers in reinforcing efforts for children with various learning and behavioral needs.
- Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
- In absence of regular teacher, took over to lead all classroom instruction and management.
Education
Special Education Teaching Certificate - Special Education Pre-K Through 12
University of Utah
Salt Lake City, UT 2012.08 - 2014.05
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Fort Lewis College
Durango, CO 2008.08 - 2010.05
Associate of Arts - Elementary Education
Dine College
Shiprock, NM 2005.08 - 2007.05
Certificate - Civil Engineering Technology
Southwestern Indian Polytechnic Institute
Albuquerque, NM 1983.01 - 1984.05
High School Diploma -
Shiprock High School
Shiprock, NM 1975.08 - 1979.05
Skills
Emotional and social development
undefinedAffiliations
- Special Education Paraprofessionals, Member since 2010
- Navajo Traditional Song and Dance Member since 1980
- Native American Church Member since1980
- American Indian Society of Engineering Science Member from 1983 to 1985
Software
Can type 60 words per minute
Certification
Licensed [Special Education Teacher Pre-k to 12 Title] - [Timeframe]
Additional Information
Work Experience - Other:
Jun 2007 - July 2008 AutoCad Drafter, Chenault Consulting, Inc., Farmington, NM
Jan 2000- July 2007 Field Adjustor, Repossessor, Professional Credit Interprises, Albuquerque, NM
Sep 2000 - Sep 2004 AutoCad Drafter, United Field Services, Flora Vista, NM
Apr 2000 - Aug 2000 Civil Engineering Technician, USIHS, Crownpoint, NM
May 1999 - Apr 2000 AutoCad Drafter, Navajo Engineering Construction Authority, Shiprock, NM
References:
JoAnn Edington, Speech/Language Pathologist
San Juan School District, Utah
418 West 100 South
Blanding, UT 84511
435-979-5237
Mary L. Atene, School Cook
San Juan School District, Utah
P.O. Box 10517
Tonalea, AZ 86044
928-640-1029
Ariana Begay, Parent
Shiprock, NM 87420
307-871-3867
Timeline
Childcare Provider
Ariana Begay
2020.12 - 2022.05
Licensed [Special Education Teacher Pre-k to 12 Title] - [Timeframe]
2020-08
Pre-K Special Education Teacher
Central Consolidated School District
2018.08 - 2019.11
Special Education Teacher
San Juan School District, Utah
2016.08 - 2018.05
Special Education Teaching Certificate - Special Education Pre-K Through 12
University of Utah
2012.08 - 2014.05
Special Education Paraprofessional
San Juan School District, Utah
2010.08 - 2016.05
Special Education Assistant
San Juan School District, Utah
2009.08 - 2010.05
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Fort Lewis College
2008.08 - 2010.05
Associate of Arts - Elementary Education
Dine College
2005.08 - 2007.05
Certificate - Civil Engineering Technology
Southwestern Indian Polytechnic Institute
1983.01 - 1984.05
High School Diploma -
Shiprock High School
1975.08 - 1979.05
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