Gwyneth Lara
Grand Rapids,OH
Summary
Experienced and licensed esthetics professional with a strong background in esthetics education and hands-on clinical training. Skilled in instructing students in skincare techniques, sanitation protocols, waxing, facials, and state board preparation while fostering professionalism, confidence, and client-care skills. Adept at creating structured lesson plans, evaluating student performance, and providing individualized guidance to support skill mastery and career readiness. Brings a balance of technical expertise and supportive teaching style to prepare future estheticians for success in both exams and real-world practice.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Esthetician Instructor
Raphael's School of Beauty Culture
Willoughby, Ohio
08.2025 - Current
- Delivered hands-on and classroom instruction in skincare, facial treatments, hair removal, sanitation, and state board preparation to esthetics students in a licensed cosmetology program.
- Demonstrated esthetic techniques, evaluated student performance, and provided individualized coaching to support skill development, professionalism, and client communication.
- Maintained compliance with state education and sanitation standards by organizing lesson plans, tracking student progress, and supervising safe clinical floor practices.
Esthetician and Manicurist
GVA Nail Room
Spring Lake, Michigan
03.2024 - 07.2025
- Provided customized esthetic and nail services in a private studio setting, including facials, waxing, skincare consultations, manicures, and client aftercare education.
- Managed daily business operations independently, including appointment scheduling, retail sales, inventory management, sanitation protocols, and client retention strategies.
- Built and maintained a loyal clientele through professional service, personalized treatment planning, social media marketing, and consistent customer experience.
Administrative/Marketing Assistant
Grand Valley Central Housing Office
Allendale, Michigan
08.2022 - 10.2023
- Supported daily operations of a college housing office by assisting with resident communications, maintenance requests, move-in/move-out coordination, and front desk customer service.
- Assisted with marketing and outreach efforts by creating promotional materials, managing social media content, and helping coordinate student engagement events.
- Maintained accurate records and databases for resident information, housing assignments, and departmental reports while ensuring confidentiality and organization.
Education
Esthetician Instructor License -
Raphael's School of Beauty Culture
Willoughby, OH08-2025
Manicurist License -
Drip Body Bar
Spring Lake, MI03-2025
Esthetician License -
French Academy of Cosmetology
Spring Lake, MI03-2024
Associate of Science -
Stark State College
Canton, OH05-2022
Skills
- Lesson planning
- Inventory management
- Marketing and promotion
- Spa management experience
- Verbal and written communication
- Outstanding client care
- Spa treatment services expert
Timeline
Senior Esthetician Instructor
Raphael's School of Beauty Culture
08.2025 - Current
Esthetician and Manicurist
GVA Nail Room
03.2024 - 07.2025
Administrative/Marketing Assistant
Grand Valley Central Housing Office
08.2022 - 10.2023
Esthetician Instructor License -
Raphael's School of Beauty Culture
Manicurist License -
Drip Body Bar
Esthetician License -
French Academy of Cosmetology
Associate of Science -
Stark State College