Donna Scanlon
Monroe ,NJ
Summary
Dedicated para professional with strengths in behavior management and effective communication. Proven ability to enhance student comprehension through small group assistance and individualized instruction.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Para Professional
Howell Board of Education
09.2017 - Current
- Supported classroom activities by assisting teachers with lesson plans and student engagement.
- Facilitated individualized instruction to enhance student learning and comprehension skills.
- Monitored student progress, providing feedback to educators for tailored support strategies.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with students, fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Collaborated with special education staff to implement individualized education programs effectively.
- Assisted in classroom management, promoting a safe and productive educational atmosphere.
- Trained new paraprofessionals on effective instructional techniques and classroom procedures.
- Implemented behavioral interventions that improved student participation and focus during lessons.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
- Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
- Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
Licensed Cosmetologist
Metro Salon
01.2001 - 01.2022
- Provided expert hair cutting, coloring, and styling services to enhance client satisfaction.
- Educated clients on proper hair care techniques and product recommendations.
- Managed appointment scheduling to optimize client flow and reduce wait times.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of workstations to meet health standards.
- Mentored junior stylists in advanced techniques and customer service excellence.
- Developed personalized treatment plans based on individual client needs and preferences.
- Implemented new product lines, enhancing service offerings and client experience.
- Built a loyal clientele base through exceptional customer service and personalized care.
- Kept work areas, tools, and equipment clean and properly sanitized to minimize disease transfer and health risk of shared environment.
- Managed reception duties when necessary, ensuring smooth operations within the salon environment from start to finish during peak hours.
- Maintained a clean and organized work station, ensuring a pleasant salon experience for clients.
- Stayed up-to-date on current trends and techniques in cosmetology, incorporating them into daily practices.
- Scheduled customer appointments and rearranged individual time slots to meet demand.
- Attended regular trainings and workshops to maintain cosmetology license and stay current on technique and skills.
- Adapted easily to clients'' needs and preferences, providing a variety of services from cuts and color to extensions and specialty treatments.
- Assisted in inventory management by tracking product usage and placing orders as needed to maintain adequate stock levels.
- Conducted thorough consultations to understand client needs, preferences, and objectives before each treatment session.
- Increased salon revenue through effective upselling of products and services.
- Monitored current trends to understand fashions and better serve customer needs.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by providing personalized hair and beauty consultations.
- Demonstrated strong attention to detail while performing intricate haircutting techniques for precise results every time.
- Educated clients on proper hair care routines and recommended suitable products to maintain their desired look at home between visits.
- Suggested treatments and styles to suit customer appearance and fashion choices.
- Provided expert color recommendations based on individual skin tones, personal style preferences, and current trends in the industry.
Education
Cosmetology
Natural Motion
Jersey City, NJ07-1981
High School Diploma -
East Side High School
Newark, NJ06-1979
Skills
- Behavior management
- Effective communication
- Helping students with special needs
- Small group and individual assistance
Timeline
Para Professional
Howell Board of Education
09.2017 - Current
Licensed Cosmetologist
Metro Salon
01.2001 - 01.2022
Cosmetology
Natural Motion
High School Diploma -
East Side High School