Candace Wade
Arlington,TX
Summary
Resourceful professional in management operations known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in strategic planning, team leadership, and operational improvement. Excel in communication, problem-solving, and adaptability, ensuring seamless execution of business strategies and enhancement of team performance.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Salon Owner/Operator
Owner Operator Independent
Arlin, TX
01.2021 - Current
- Inspected workstations regularly to ensure they are clean and organized.
- Monitored stock levels of products used in services offered at the salon.
- Investigated new trends in beauty industry services to stay current with offerings available at the salon.
- Assessed inventory needs for hair care products, cosmetics. on an ongoing basis.
- Created marketing strategies to increase clientele and expand the business.
- Implemented quality control measures throughout the salon to maintain high standards of service delivery.
- Performed administrative duties such as filing paperwork and responding to emails.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed in the salon at all times.
- Conducted regular meetings with staff members to discuss performance goals.
- Maintained salon finances, including budgeting, payroll and bookkeeping.
- Resolved customer complaints quickly and efficiently while maintaining professionalism.
- Analyzed financial reports on a monthly basis to identify areas of improvement in the business.
- Organized and scheduled appointments for clients using software systems.
Salon Cosmetologist
Glamour with New York Cuts
Saint Paul , MN
03.2007 - 01.2024
- Performed hair services including coloring, cutting, styling and blow-drying.
- Conducted regular inventory checks of products to ensure adequate supply levels were maintained.
- Consulted with clients about their desired look prior to providing services.
Preschool Lead Teacher
Playschool Child Care
Saint Paul , TX
01.2004 - 01.2007
- Implemented positive reinforcement strategies when needed to motivate students during learning tasks.
- Prepared lesson plans based on curriculum objectives set forth by school administrators.
- Promoted language development skills through storytelling, singing songs and reading books aloud.
- Provided guidance on appropriate behavior and discipline methods in the classroom setting.
- Encouraged creativity in young minds by providing materials for art projects or music time activities.
- Developed and implemented age-appropriate activities to promote physical, mental, social and emotional growth of the preschoolers.
- Monitored students' progress using observation techniques and documented development records.
- Attended staff meetings regularly to stay informed of new policies or procedures.
- Participated in parent and teacher conferences as necessary to discuss student progress.
- Assisted with daily meal times by helping prepare meals, serving food, cleaning up after meals and teaching proper table manners.
- Assessed student performance through observations and assessments throughout the year.
- Established positive relationships with parents to ensure open communication regarding their child's progress.
- Supervised playground activities during outdoor playtime sessions including monitoring equipment use for safety purposes.
- Instructed children on basic concepts such as colors, numbers, shapes, letters.
- Created a safe and stimulating environment for children to learn through play.
- Conducted small group activities encouraging cooperation among peers while developing problem solving skills.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of early childhood education best practices.
- Participated in professional development opportunities related to early childhood education practices.
- Set guidelines for teacher performance and lesson planning and oversaw compliance with established procedures.
- Maintained daily records of individual activities, behaviors, meals and naps.
- Used crowd management techniques to create safe and secure childcare environment.
- Adapted instructional techniques according to student learning styles and progress.
- Taught children foundational skills in colors, shapes and letters.
- Controlled classroom environments with clearly outlined rules and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Encouraged children to be understanding of others, show good manners and instructed in other social development behaviors.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Interpersonal Communication
Saint Paul College
Saint Paul, MN07-2000
Some College (No Degree) - College Courses
Irving College Institute
Irving, TXSkills
- Upselling services
- Hair styling techniques
- Hygiene standards
- Appointment scheduling
- Health and safety
- Staff management
- Skin care
- Cosmetology
- Interpersonal communication
- Attention to detail
- Business management
- Multitasking
- Team collaboration
- Change management
- Professional demeanor
- Multitasking capacity
- Organizational skills
- Customer service management
- Mind mapping
- Self-Directed
- Task prioritization
Timeline
Salon Owner/Operator
Owner Operator Independent
01.2021 - Current
Salon Cosmetologist
Glamour with New York Cuts
03.2007 - 01.2024
Preschool Lead Teacher
Playschool Child Care
01.2004 - 01.2007
Some College (No Degree) - Interpersonal Communication
Saint Paul College
Some College (No Degree) - College Courses
Irving College Institute