Jama Wantz
Austin,TX
Summary
Driven Paraprofessional and skilled Hairdresser with a track record of enhancing student support and client satisfaction at Lake Travis School District and in self-employment. Excelled in behavior management and effective communication, boosting classroom efficiency and fostering strong client relationships. Demonstrated expertise in CPR and first aid, alongside a calm demeanor, to ensure safety and positive outcomes.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional
Lake Travis School District/Serene Hills
Austin, TX
09.2023 - Current
- 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.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Promoted a respectful classroom culture by modeling appropriate behavior and reinforcing positive interactions among peers.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Relieved classroom teacher during breaks and maintained order and structure in classroom.
- Assisted classroom teacher in supervising snack time and indoor and outdoor play.
- Supervised students on field trips for safety and proper behavior in public settings.
- Ensured compliance with state regulations by maintaining thorough documentation of services provided to students with disabilities.
- Oversaw groups of students at school and off-site locations, maintaining optimal safety, and security.
- Assisted students in developing deeper understanding of course concepts by providing one-on-one support.
- Enforced rules and instructions to maintain discipline.
Hairdresser
Self-employeed
Edmonds, WA
03.2007 - 04.2017
- Supported reception desk, receiving phone calls, entering appointments, and collecting payments for services rendered.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by providing personalized hair consultations and recommending suitable styles.
- Recorded notes for future reference about customer preferences and services delivered.
- Kept work areas, tools, and equipment clean and properly sanitized to minimize disease transfer and health risk of shared environment.
- Shampooed, conditioned, and rinsed guests' hair using salon-exclusive products while educating clients on product benefits to increase product sales.
- Developed strong rapport with clients through excellent communication skills, resulting in referrals and positive reviews.
- Trimmed, cut, and shaped hair and hairpieces based on customer preference.
- Managed appointment scheduling efficiently, maximizing daily bookings while minimizing wait times for clients.
- Scheduled customer appointments and rearranged individual time slots to meet demand.
- Processed payments, entering sales in register for prompt customer service.
- Boosted salon revenue by upselling hair care products and services based on individual client needs.
- Attended industry seminars and workshops to stay current on the latest trends and techniques in hairstyling.
- Mentored junior stylists, sharing expertise in advanced cutting, coloring, and styling methods.
- Organized sales area and work station to showcase products and boost sales.
- Mixed pigments and used proper techniques to achieve desired color.
Education
Associate of Arts - Cosmetology
Bellingham Beauty School
Bellingham, WA07.2002
High School Diploma -
Squalicum High School
Bellingham, WA06.2000
Skills
- Behavior Management
- Effective Communication
- Helping Students with Special Needs
- Small Group and Individual Assistance
- Calm and Patient Demeanor
- Patient
- Classroom Organization
- CPR and First Aid
- Teacher Assistance
- Student Supervision
Hobbies
Exploring and adventuring with my four beautiful children. Reading, going on walks, crafts.
References
Melissa Dalrymple
602.538.2515
I have known Melissa for 5 years. On a personal level, work level and a client/hair level.
Nicole Greer
714.227.8618
I have known Nicole for 15 years. On a personal level, I also have done her hair and nanny for her and her 2 children.
Timeline
Paraprofessional
Lake Travis School District/Serene Hills
09.2023 - Current
Hairdresser
Self-employeed
03.2007 - 04.2017
Associate of Arts - Cosmetology
Bellingham Beauty School
High School Diploma -
Squalicum High School