Grace Kelly
Kent,WA
Summary
Enthusiastic Instructor with experience teaching and years of experience in educator/business management 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. Im organized and dependable and successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Experienced resolving problems and improving customer satisfaction. Also offering excellent communication and good judgment.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Business Owner/Operator
Hair By Grace Kelly
Burien, WA
01.2015 - 01.2020
- Oversaw end-to-end business processes to maintain proficiency and profitability.
- Served as primary point-of-contact with suppliers and contractors to achieve inventory expectations.
- Served as principal stakeholder over organization's complete operations.
- Oversaw business budget planning and administration, accounting functions, purchasing and bi-weekly payroll to handle financial needs.
- Reconciled daily sales, returns and financial reports in QuickBooks.
- Remained up-to-date on current trends and attended industry trade shows and markets to view and order inventory.
- Input income and expense details into database to track business finances and address variances.
- Employed prompt decision-making and in-depth research to resolve issues.
- Created and monitored promotional approaches to increase sales and profit levels.
- Used print strategies such as newspaper ads, business catalogs and marketing brochures to bring in and capture new customer business.
- Learned and remained updated on statutory requirements and regulations.
Master Hairstylist
Hair By Grace Kelly
Burien, WA
01.2015 - 01.2020
- Kept work areas, tools and equipment clean and properly sanitized to minimize disease transfer and health risk of shared environment.
- Built strong and lasting rapport with clients through consistent delivery of requested services and exceptional results.
- Educated clients about products and self-maintenance for healthy hair based on needs and preferences.
- Assessed customer hair texture, treatment history and desired outcome to determine services required.
- Investigated and resolved complaints to satisfy guests and maintain good business practices.
- Consistently received positive performance reviews from guests.
- Answered phone calls and emails to schedule client appointments.
Cosmetology Educator
Gene Juarez Salons & Spas
Federal Way, WA
01.2010 - 01.2015
- Motivated students to overcome hesitation, demonstrating sensitivity and supporting personal growth through targeted exercises and lessons.
- Led students through lessons both in practical, interactive student salon modules and lecture-style theoretical sessions, supporting institutional plans and preparing for certification exams.
- Taught hair care principles for residents, cutting, shampooing, conditioning, setting and styling to showcase industry techniques.
- Conducted practice exams for 20 or more students on both theoretical and practical sections.
- Followed wa curriculum accurately with detailed lesson plans.
- Planned both theory and practical lessons
- 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.
- Presented lectures and conducted discussions to increase students' knowledge and competence using visual aids such as graphs, charts and slides.
- Maintained documentation on educational services and tracked students' progress to gauge overall success of learning program.
- Maintained updated lesson plans for theory class
Education
High School Diploma -
Gene Juarez Academy South Seattle
Federal Way, WA01.2009
Skills
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Self-Motivated
- Decision-Making
- MS Office
- Data Entry
- Multitasking Abilities
- Excellent Communication
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- Planning and Coordination
- Attention to Detail
- Written Communication
Timeline
Business Owner/Operator
Hair By Grace Kelly
01.2015 - 01.2020
Master Hairstylist
Hair By Grace Kelly
01.2015 - 01.2020
Cosmetology Educator
Gene Juarez Salons & Spas
01.2010 - 01.2015
High School Diploma -
Gene Juarez Academy South Seattle
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