1. SELINA K. GRAVES
PO Box 786 Phone: 602.769.5930
Gilbert, AZ 85299 Email: hautesalsa@yahoo.com
ADMINISTRATION AND SCIENTIFIC PROFESSIONAL
Accomplished, dedicated and driven bilingual professional with extensive training and education in diverse scientific,
administration and education settings. Excellent interpersonal, communication, collaboration, organization and
analytical skills. Seasoned in successfully problem solving in order to meet or exceed complex deadlines in fast-paced
environments. Dynamic team leader with extensive experience working with people of diverse cultural, academic and
socioeconomic backgrounds. Member of the Arizona State Teachers Association.
AREAS OF EXPERTISE
Administration
Problem Solving
Curriculum Design
Scientific Education
STEM Training
Process Improvements
Organizational Change
Education and Instruction
Research and Design
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
LASER CENTERS, SCOTTSDALE, ARIZONA July 2015 –
SELF EMPLOYED FRANCHISED CHEMICAL AND PHARMACEUTICAL LASER SALES REPRESENTATIVE
GILBERT PUBLIC SCHOOLS, MESQUITE, ARIZONA 2012 –
SECONDARY EDUCATOR/COACH
Instructed students in Biology and Environmental Science courses.
Served as Coach for girls’ tennis and boys cross country teams.
MESA PUBLIC SCHOOLS, MESA, ARIZONA 1996 – 2012
SECONDARY EDUCATOR/COACH
Provided high quality academic instruction to a diverse range of students in grades 7-12 while simultaneously
serving as mentor and advisor in matters of academic and life choices.
Continuously created and advocated for positive and safe learning environments for students of all abilities.
Instructed students in English as a Second Language, Science/Biology and Mathematics courses by planning and
conducting lectures and preparing and implementing innovative course materials.
Ensured effective use of various educational technologies, including SmartBoard, MyMathLab, WEBct, a science
lab spreadsheet and data analysis, and other integrated software.
Successfully implemented measurable student outcome analysis in an effort to improve student learning.
Implemented and managed safety protocol in all classroom and lab activities, especially in areas of proper
lighting, ventilation, electrical guidelines, lifesaving equipment and other Department of Health standards.
Successfully utilized scientific tools in classroom settings, including microscopes, spectrophotometers, PH meters,
ion equipment, titrators, scalpels and dissecting tools, gas chromatographs, balances, furnaces, autoclaves,
incubators, sand-type filters, diatomaceous earth filters, disinfectant and chemical feeders.
Continuously coordinated ESL/bilingual and STEM opportunities for college students in partnership with local
education organizations and opportunities, including service learning, field trips and related events.
Served as Coach for the Junior High and High School Freshmen-Varsity Cheer and Girls Tennis teams.
Sponsored multiple student clubs, including the Si Se Puede, Science and Tennis student clubs.
Key Accomplishments:
Consistently secured a high student retention rate.
Served as mentor to multiple student teachers and other faculty.
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Represented school priorities as an appointed member of a district-level committee for curriculum and test
writing in an effort to improve state science and ELL proficiencies.
Successfully coordinated and led a Project Success program in partnership with other local programs.
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Master of Arts, Administration, University of Phoenix
Bachelor of Science, Biology and Chemistry, University of North Texas, Denton, TX
Certification, Secondary Education, Grades 7-12, University of Phoenix
Certification, English AEPA exam
ESL Endorsement, Rio Salado College
Post-Masters Graduate Coursework, 60+ courses, University of Phoenix
CERTIFICATIONS
OSHA Certified
CPR Certified
First Aid Certified
Certified YMCA Lifeguard
AWARDS AND ACHIEVEMENTS
Coach of the Year, Arizona Girls Tennis 5A, 2003 and 2005
Selected Member, District Curriculum and Test Writing Committee
Member, NCA, Academic Scholarships and Safety Committees
REFERENCES
Michele Porter, 480.203.7550
Timothy Schwertner, 806.790.1404
Eddie Sandige, 602.692.8706
Danny Kush, 602.448.1762
Tammy Lespron, 562.200.2403