Dawn Johnson
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Dynamic and detail-oriented hairstylist with a proven track record at Simply Beautiful, excelling in client consultations and advanced hair styling techniques. Renowned for outstanding client retention and relationship building, I leverage my state licensure and creative coloring skills to enhance customer satisfaction and drive salon revenue.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Hairstylist
Simply Beautiful
05.1999 - 08.2024
- Consistently maintained cleanliness of the workspace, ensuring a safe and welcoming environment for clients.
- Built a loyal clientele through exceptional customer service and attention to detail in styling techniques.
- Processed payments, entering sales in register for prompt customer service.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by providing personalized haircuts, styling, and color services.
- Scheduled customer appointments and rearranged individual time slots to meet demand.
- Collaborated with fellow stylists to create a positive work environment and share best practices.
- Conducted thorough consultations with each client before beginning any service, ensuring clear communication regarding desired outcomes.
- Successfully managed a high volume of clients during peak hours while maintaining a calm and efficient demeanor.
- Achieved consistent positive feedback from clients regarding their experience at the salon due in part to attentive listening skills during consultations.
- Educated customers on products to maximize benefits.
- Stayed updated on current hair trends and techniques to make customers look fashionable and increase satisfaction.
- Increased salon revenue by upselling products and additional treatments during appointments.
- Resolved guest complaints about service or style.
- Counted and documented opening and closing cash amounts daily.
- Trimmed, cut, and shaped hair and hairpieces based on customer preference.
- Determined appropriate hair treatments based on conditions and textures.
- Organized sales area and work station to showcase products and boost sales.
- Participated in industry events to stay current on trends and continuously improve personal skills as a hairstylist.
- Completed safety training and certifications to minimize risk of infection or injury to customers.
Family Daycare Provider
Daycare & Preschool
07.2020 - 03.2024
- Fostered emotional growth by addressing individual needs with empathy, patience, and understanding.
- Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Offered top-notch care to Number+ children at once, ranging in age from Number to Number.
- Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
- Observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate.
- Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
Teaching Assistant
Tilden Middle School
01.2016 - 06.2017
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, creating a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic success.
- Supported classroom maintenance and upkeep, organizing books, and materials.
- Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
- Helped with grading assignments and tests, providing constructive feedback to students based on results.
- Provided additional support for students with special needs, ensuring they received appropriate accommodations and resources.
- Collaborated with fellow teaching assistants to create a consistent and supportive learning environment for students.
- Facilitated activities in small groups to reinforce concepts taught by class teacher.
- Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals, and objectives.
- Tutored struggling students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts.
- Evaluated student performance through regular assessments, tracking progress and adjusting instructional strategies as needed.
- Provided one-on-one tutoring sessions for struggling students, leading to increased understanding and improved grades.
- Worked with teacher to optimize learning plans based on student test grades and evaluations.
- Served as a mentor to new teaching assistants, providing guidance on effective strategies for classroom management and instruction.
- Designed and implemented engaging classroom activities, resulting in higher student interest and motivation.
- Actively participated in departmental meetings, collaborating with colleagues to identify areas for improvement within the school community.
- Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
- Assisted the lead teacher in developing comprehensive lesson plans tailored to individual student needs and abilities.
- Completed daily reports on attendance and disciplinary performance.
- Offered constructive feedback on student assignments, helping them refine their writing skills and comprehension.
- Managed classroom technology, enabling seamless integration of digital resources into teaching.
- Organized and maintained classroom resources, ensuring materials were readily available for lessons.
- Participated in professional development workshops, staying current with educational best practices.
- Supported lead teacher in developing curriculum materials, tailoring instruction to meet diverse learning needs.
- Collaborated with educators to implement new teaching strategies, resulting in more dynamic and effective instruction.
- Improved student engagement by integrating technology into lesson plans.
Education
High School Diploma - Cosmetology
Bartram
Philadelphia, PA05.1991
Skills
- Client consultation
- Appointment scheduling
- Hair styling techniques
- Detail-orientated
- Customer consultation
- Relationship building and management
- Schedule management
- Advanced communication skills
- Highly motivated self-starter
- State licensed cosmetologist
- Hair extensions
- Men and women haircuts
- Strong leader
- Highlights and lowlights
- Natural hair care
- Customer education
- Hair analysis
- Social media promotion
- Appointment coordination
- Styling tools
- Cuts for women
- Sales expertise
- Balayage technique
- Outstanding client retention
- Updo styling
- Thermal styling
- Hair straightening
- Continuing education
- Sanitation practices
- Color corrections
- Chemical safety
- Creative coloring
- Foiling expertise
- Cosmetology
- Staff management
- Business management
- Color principles
- Hair maintenance expert
- Photoshoot hairstyling
- Curly hair specialist
- Scalp treatments
- Hair removal
- Bridal makeup application
- Eyebrow styling
- Barbering techniques
- Makeup application
- Trend expert
- Eyebrow shaping
Certification
Licensed Cosmetologist
Timeline
Family Daycare Provider
Daycare & Preschool
07.2020 - 03.2024
Teaching Assistant
Tilden Middle School
01.2016 - 06.2017
Hairstylist
Simply Beautiful
05.1999 - 08.2024
High School Diploma - Cosmetology
Bartram
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