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Karen Summers

Lakeland,FL

Summary

Caring and compassionate professional with experience in specialized programs for individuals with developmental, emotional and intellectual disabilities. I am comfortable in handling stressful situations, and am truly passionate about providing high-quality services to those in need.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Spa Therapy Instructor

Aveda Institutes
02.2022 - 10.2023
  • Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems.
  • Observed and adopted new techniques from skilled instructors and lecturers.
  • Increased student participation via engaging lectures and assignments.
  • Tested and evaluated students on materials presented in workshops and classes.

Spa Therapist

Therapeutic Massage Center Of Safety Harbor
04.2021 - 12.2021
  • Provided safe, effective, and appropriate massage therapy techniques during customer appointments.
  • Maintained client treatment records and designed long-term care programs for return customers.
  • Fostered friendly, warm, and exceptional customer experience.

Spa Therapist

Essentials Massage And Facials
01.2020 - 04.2021
  • Trained new estheticians on proper skin care techniques and safety protocols to develop capabilities of individuals and improve team efficiency.
  • Created repeat business by developing long-term relationships with regular customers.
  • Discussed procedures and treatment options with clients.
  • Suggested appropriate therapy based on current health of client.
  • Became certified in Cryotherapy and OxygenGeneo treatments.

Tutor/Lead Teacher

Huntington Learning Center
06.2017 - 12.2018

• Worked with students in a 1 to 1 setting, or a small group of up to 4 students.

Teacher - 5th Grade

Broward County School Board
08.2017 - 03.2018
  • Held routine parent-teacher conferences.

Teacher- 4th and 5th Grade

Orange County Pubic School Boards
01.2017 - 06.2017
  • Utilized techniques from TESOL training for ESL students.
  • Worked with students with 504 plans/ learning disabilities.

Education

Spa Therapist - Licenses in Massage And Skin Care

Sunstate Academy
Clearwater, FL
12.2019

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education K-6

University of Central Florida
Orlando, FL
12.2016

Skills

  • Client Relationship Development
  • Behavior Management
  • Documentation Skills
  • Encouragement and Motivation

Timeline

Spa Therapy Instructor

Aveda Institutes
02.2022 - 10.2023

Spa Therapist

Therapeutic Massage Center Of Safety Harbor
04.2021 - 12.2021

Spa Therapist

Essentials Massage And Facials
01.2020 - 04.2021

Teacher - 5th Grade

Broward County School Board
08.2017 - 03.2018

Tutor/Lead Teacher

Huntington Learning Center
06.2017 - 12.2018

Teacher- 4th and 5th Grade

Orange County Pubic School Boards
01.2017 - 06.2017

Spa Therapist - Licenses in Massage And Skin Care

Sunstate Academy

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education K-6

University of Central Florida
Karen Summers