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Karyn Smith

Brigham City

Summary

Dynamic educator and manager with proven expertise in student engagement and classroom management, honed at Box Elder School District. Skilled in developing innovative lesson plans and managing team dynamics. Excelled in creating positive learning environments and improving operational efficiency. Renowned for verbal communication and adaptability, consistently achieving trusted performance and positive feedback.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Substitute

Box Elder School District
09.2021 - Current
  • Assisted current Media Specialist with school wide book fair while she was on vacation.
  • Assisted with getting new lesson plans ready for library, as well as labeling and repairing books.
  • Assisted the students with a zoom meeting for the Eagle research in Big Bear Valley.
  • Improved student comprehension by tailoring teaching methods to individual learning styles.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively, ensuring a safe and respectful atmosphere for all students.
  • Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
  • Incorporated real-world examples into lessons, making concepts more relatable and easier to understand for students.
  • Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
  • Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.

Store Manager

Ogden Beauty Supply
02.2016 - 11.2021
  • Managed daily operations to ensure smooth functioning of the store, maintaining a clean, safe environment for customers and employees.
  • Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures.
  • Addressed customer complaints promptly and professionally, resolving issues to maintain positive relationships with clientele.
  • Managed store employees successfully in fast-paced environment through proactive communication and positive feedback.

Cosmetology Instructor

Bridgerland Technical College
09.2012 - 02.2016
  • Developed engaging lesson plans that incorporated industry trends, resulting in a dynamic learning environment.
  • Assisted students with hands on learning, showing them techniques they would use in the salon environment.
  • Collaborated with fellow instructors to create innovative teaching strategies for improved student comprehension.
  • Ensured compliance with state regulations governing cosmetology instruction while maintaining a safe, clean learning environment at all times.

Education

Cosmetology/Instructors Licences - Cosmetology

Arizona Academy of Beauty
Tucson, AZ

High School Diploma -

Mt. View High School
Tucson, AZ

Skills

  • Student engagement
  • Positive reinforcement
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Classroom management
  • Adaptable
  • Group and individual instruction
  • Lesson plan implementation
  • Activity planning

Timeline

Substitute

Box Elder School District
09.2021 - Current

Store Manager

Ogden Beauty Supply
02.2016 - 11.2021

Cosmetology Instructor

Bridgerland Technical College
09.2012 - 02.2016

Cosmetology/Instructors Licences - Cosmetology

Arizona Academy of Beauty

High School Diploma -

Mt. View High School
Karyn Smith