Professional Summary
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Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline

Galen Cox

Self-employeed
13
years of professional experience

Compassionate childcare volunteer with strong safety awareness and reliable teamwork skills. Dedicated to creating engaging environments for children's growth and well-being.

Work History

Nursery Volunteer

2 Years 5 Months
Sweat Memorial Baptist Church | 03.2024 - Current
  • Supervised children's activities, ensuring a safe and engaging environment.
  • Assisted with lesson planning, adapting materials to meet diverse learning needs.
  • Facilitated communication between parents and staff regarding children's progress.
  • Organized and maintained supplies, promoting efficient use of resources.
  • Improved nursery efficiency by organizing and maintaining supplies, ensuring that materials were always readily available for use.
  • Supported each child's emotional well-being by providing nurturing care and attentively listening to their concerns.
  • Monitored children's activities to verify safety and wellbeing.
  • Instructed children in crafts and other activities to promote gross and fine motor skills.
  • Assisted in potty training and toilet hygiene.
  • Worked closely with fellow staff members in developing and implementing educational and recreational activities.
  • Managed minor injuries effectively using first aid training knowledge when needed during emergencies.

Stay at Home Parent

5 Years 10 Months
Self-employeed | 10.2020 - Current

Since the permanent closure of JcPenney and having my oldest daughter at the end of October of 2020 i have been a stay at home mom

Taking both my daughters to school, church, appointments and extracurricular activities

I established routines that improved efficiency in household tasks

i mentor my children in life skills, encourage independence, and responsibility through chores

i monitor my children activities to verify safety and wellbeing

i provide nutritional meals and snacks

i have potty trained my oldest daughter within the ages of 3-4

Caretaker of Parent of Alzheimer's

6 Years 10 Months
Self-employeed | 05.2014 - 03.2021

My Dad was diagnosed with early on set Alzheimer's in 2015

I assisted in his over all care with the help of my nurse practitioner mother all while maintaining my job as hairstylist at JcPenney Salon, often working a second job.

I took care of his daily tasks such as:

Bathing

Dressing

Preparing and feeding meals

Assistance in restroom, cleaning and changing adult diapers

Dispensing medicine

Worked closely with CNA nurse and Hospice

I ultimately took care of him at his bedside until his death in March of 2021

Master Stylist

7 Years 5 Months
JCPenney Salon | 05.2013 - 10.2020
  • Led team in delivering high-quality hair services, enhancing client satisfaction and retention.
  • Developed personalized styling plans for diverse clientele, ensuring tailored service delivery.
  • Implemented inventory management practices, optimizing product availability and reducing waste.
  • Cultivated an inclusive salon atmosphere by providing a welcoming environment for clients of all backgrounds and hair types.

Stylist

4 Months
Sport Clips Haircuts of Brunswick | 08.2019 - 12.2019
  • Delivered exceptional haircuts and grooming services tailored to client preferences.
  • Educated clients on hair care products and techniques for maintaining styles.
  • Implemented efficient scheduling practices to optimize appointment flow and reduce wait times.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of fashion trends and industry news, ensuring relevant styling suggestions for clients.
  • Maintained high standards of cleanliness and sanitation throughout the salon environment.

Dog Groomer

1 Year 7 Months
Mitzi's Pet Salon | 08.2015 - 03.2017
  • Provided high-quality grooming services for various dog breeds, ensuring optimal coat health and appearance.
  • Trained junior groomers in grooming techniques, safety protocols, and customer service practices.
  • Skillfully managed difficult pets using patience and expert handling techniques, ensuring a stress-free experience for both animals and their owners.

Dog Bather

2 Months
Petco | 03.2014 - 05.2014
  • Bathed and groomed dogs, ensuring comfort and safety during the process.
  • Monitored dogs' behavior during baths, identifying signs of stress or discomfort.

Stylist

2 Months
Sport Clips of Statesboro | 01.2014 - 03.2014
  • Developed strong relationships with clients, fostering loyalty and repeat business.
  • Mentored junior stylists, enhancing team skill levels and service quality.
  • Provided excellent customer service by attentively listening to client needs and addressing concerns promptly.
  • Educated clients about products and self-maintenance for healthy hair based on needs and preferences.
  • Enhanced client satisfaction by providing personalized styling advice and outfit recommendations.
  • Counted and documented opening and closing cash amounts daily.

Education

Cosmetology

Okefenokee Technical College | Waycross, GA | 12-2012

Dog Grooming

Animal Behavioral College | Valencia, CA | 06-2015

High School Diploma

Pierce County High School | Blackshear, GA | 05-2009

Skills

Childcare experience
Toddler engagement
Safety awareness
Activity organization
Cleaning and sanitizing
Diaper changing
Teamwork and collaboration
Patience and empathy

Timeline

Nursery Volunteer

Sweat Memorial Baptist Church
03.2024 - CurrentRead More

Stay at Home Parent

Self-employeed
10.2020 - CurrentRead More

Stylist

Sport Clips Haircuts of Brunswick
08.2019 - 12.2019Read More

Dog Groomer

Mitzi's Pet Salon
08.2015 - 03.2017Read More

Caretaker of Parent of Alzheimer's

Self-employeed
05.2014 - 03.2021Read More

Dog Bather

Petco
03.2014 - 05.2014Read More

Stylist

Sport Clips of Statesboro
01.2014 - 03.2014Read More

Master Stylist

JCPenney Salon
05.2013 - 10.2020Read More

Animal Behavioral College

Dog Grooming
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Okefenokee Technical College

Cosmetology
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Pierce County High School

High School Diploma
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Galen Cox