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Destenie Pena

Jersey City

Summary

Dynamic and versatile professional with experience as a Tutor for Family Members and Friends, adept at creating personalized learning plans and fostering educational growth. Excelled in motivating students and building a loyal client base as a Hairstylist through innovative styling and exceptional service. Skilled in time management and creative writing, achieving significant improvements in clients' learning and satisfaction.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Tutor

Family Members and Friends
01.2024 - Current
  • Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
  • Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
  • Provided homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials.
  • Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.

Hairstylist

01.2023 - Current
  • Suggested treatments and styles to suit customer appearance and fashion choices.
  • Counted and documented opening and closing cash amounts daily.
  • Determined appropriate hair treatments based on conditions and textures.
  • Organized sales area and work station to showcase products and boost sales.
  • Stayed updated on current hair trends and techniques to make customers look fashionable and increase satisfaction.
  • Answered phone calls and emails to schedule client appointments.
  • Used social media platforms to promote salon and services.
  • Styled hair, makeup and nails for customers for special events and occasions.
  • Developed loyal following of clients by providing high-quality services.
  • Maintained high number of return customers through precise cutting, coloring and styling of clients' hair.

Babysitter

Family Members and Freinds
01.2023 - Current
  • Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
  • Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
  • Communicated positively with children and guardians.
  • Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.

Education

High School Diploma -

William L Dickinson High School
Jersey City, NJ
06-2028

Skills

  • Learning techniques
  • Personalized learning plans
  • Study plan development
  • Educational feedback
  • Teaching strategies
  • Math skill evaluation
  • Time management
  • Creative writing
  • Reading comprehension
  • Writing tutoring

Accomplishments

  • Tutored up to 4 students per month.
  • Increased student's grade average by 50%.
  • Doubled client base over a 12 month period through innovative marketing efforts
  • Earned numerous referrals to other families due to exceptional reliability, affordable rate, and positive reports.
  • Received consistent positive remarks for quality of care.
  • Positively influenced kids with behavior issues, improving family quality of life.
  • Increased parents' happiness by taking on additional chores and relieving burdens.
  • Cared for 9 children between ages newborn-12 years old.

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Tutor

Family Members and Friends
01.2024 - Current

Hairstylist

01.2023 - Current

Babysitter

Family Members and Freinds
01.2023 - Current

High School Diploma -

William L Dickinson High School
Destenie Pena