GABRIELA GOMEZ
Instructor/Administrative
PHARR,TX
Summary
Enthusiastic Cosmetology Instructor with 4 years of experience teaching and 12 years of experience in Cosmetology Field. Outstanding eye for detail and organizational capabilities with extensive knowledge of individualized lesson plans and monitoring student growth. Committed to long-term results in stimulating environments. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Cosmetology Instructor and Administrator
Meraki Institute Of Beauty & Wellness
10.2019 - Current
- Followed Texas curriculum accurately with detailed lesson plans.
- Prepared students for Texas cosmetology exam with 100% success.
- Conducted practice exams for 15 students on both theoretical and practical sections.
- Planned both theory and practical lessons for 30 students.
- Recruited clients for students to get practical experience.
- Supervised and monitored students' use of tools and equipment.
- Observed and evaluated students' work to determine progress, provide feedback and make suggestions for improvement.
- Provided detailed instruction and role modeling for acceptable social and work-related behaviors.
- Engaged students in academic and practical conversations that elicited critical thinking, creativity, collaboration and communication.
- Met training needs with well-organized, factual programs based on contemporary requirements.
- Presented lectures and conducted discussions to increase students' knowledge and competence using visual aids such as graphs, charts and slides.
- Provided instructional handouts, texts, audiovisual aids and other materials to facilitate learning.
- Maintained documentation on educational services and tracked students' progress to gauge overall success of learning program.
- Kept updated with developments in subject area curriculum, technical and career trends and teaching resources and methods.
- Assisted program participants with achieving career and learning goals.
- Collaborated with colleagues and improved teaching practices through professional learning communities and student retention meetings.
- Connected instruction to real-world experiences and to students' post-secondary goals.
- Identified program successes and failures based on student assessments and course reviews.
- Planned and documented programs of study meeting individual needs and abilities of students.
- Advised students on course selection, career decisions and other academic and vocational concerns.
- Maintained laboratory with equipment, tools and supplies to meet course needs.
- Developed software content, study aids, and handouts for industry professionals.
Hairstylist Manager
Cool Cuts 4 Kids
08.2012 - 06.2019
- Oversaw salon employee performance, facility cleanliness and sales.
- Worked to continuously increase salon business through effective sales, service and operations policies.
- Controlled inventory by tracking expenses, purchases and shelf stock.
- Built business through commitment to excellent customer service, resulting in customer loyalty and retention.
- Cut and styled hair for both male and female customers of all ages according to individual preferences and latest styles.
- Scheduled employees to maintain adequate coverage during business hours.
- Maintained general appointment calendar and set shift schedules.
- Coached and trained employees to optimize performance and achieve demanding business objectives.
- Managed cash flow, business transactions, banking and accounting processes.
- Oversaw and handled business finances, cash flow, overall business transactions, banking and accounting procedures.
- Consistently received positive feedback from guests on performance reviews.
- Handled employee scheduling and coverage needs during business hours.
- Set and optimized schedules to meet coverage needs and effectively align employee strengths with business needs.
- Maintained excellent customer service standards to win customer loyalty and retention and build customer base by 100%.
- Promoted business through marketing initiatives and use of social media.
- Analyzed patrons' hair and physical features to determine and recommend beauty treatments and hairstyles.
- Removed outdated policies and modernized structure.
Receptionist
University Of Cosmetology Arts And Sciences
01.2011 - 06.2011
- Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
- Kept reception area clean and neat to give visitors positive first impression.
- Confirmed appointments, communicated with clients and updated client records.
- Answered central telephone system and directed calls accordingly.
- Answered phone promptly and directed incoming calls to correct offices.
- Oversaw inventory materials monitoring, requisitions and supply re-stocking.
Shipping Supervisor
Cequent Electrical Products
10.2002 - 01.2009
- Supervised shipping team of 8 employees.
- Inspected loading operations for improvements in efficiency and safety.
- Handled high-volume paperwork and collaborated with administrators to resolve invoicing and shipping problems.
- Managed shipping and receiving activities for company with 60 orders processed daily.
- Monitored and reported on transportation costs and properly filed shipping documents.
- Pulled, verified and packaged items for shipment.
- Conducted counts and audits of inventories to identify and resolve discrepancies in records.
- Communicated with vendor representatives to resolve damaged shipments and item shortages.
Education
High School Diploma -
Waukegan Highschool
Waukegan, ILSkills
- Grading and Scoring
- Media Spokesperson
- Individual Support
- Instructional Techniques
- Salon Iris Expertise
- Instructional Strategies
- Role Modeling
- Office Supplies and Inventory
- Group Sessions
- Salon Administration Understanding
- Lesson Planning Knowledge
- Haircare Course Management
- Online Systems
Timeline
Cosmetology Instructor and Administrator
Meraki Institute Of Beauty & Wellness
10.2019 - Current
Hairstylist Manager
Cool Cuts 4 Kids
08.2012 - 06.2019
Receptionist
University Of Cosmetology Arts And Sciences
01.2011 - 06.2011
Shipping Supervisor
Cequent Electrical Products
10.2002 - 01.2009
High School Diploma -
Waukegan Highschool
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