Kayvona Watkins
Galloway
Summary
- Talented professional with keen eye for detail, adept in creating wide range of hairstyles that complement individual facial features .Experienced in providing high-end cosmetology services to clients in fast paced salon environment.
- Skilled beauty professional with thorough expertise in nail care, nail art, and customer service. Hardworking, reliable and dedicated to customer service. Willing to take on any task to support business and team needs.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
School Bus Driver (part-time)
Hilliard City Schools
Columbus, OH
02.2023 - Current
- Ensured student safety during transport by following established protocols and traffic regulations.
- Conducted regular vehicle inspections to maintain safety standards and operational readiness.
- Communicated effectively with students, parents, and school staff to address transportation needs.
- Monitored student behavior on buses to create a respectful and safe environment
- Coordinated with dispatch to adjust routes based on real-time traffic conditions and emergencies.
- Completed pre-trip and post-trip bus inspections and documented info in vehicle logs.
- Demonstrated professionalism at all times while engaging with students, parents, colleagues, and administrators alike during
- Developed positive relationships with students, faculty and parents to support continuous rapport and communication.
Doordash Driver
door dash
Galloway, OH
09.2020 - Current
- Navigated diverse routes to optimize delivery times while adhering to local traffic laws.
- Maintained vehicle cleanliness and functionality, conducting regular inspections and minor repairs.
- Communicated effectively with customers regarding order status and delivery instructions.
- Delivered food orders efficiently, ensuring timely service and customer satisfaction.
Nail Artist
The w nail bar
Columbus, OH
05.2023 - 01.2024
- Natural Nail Care: Proficient in performing manicures and pedicures, focusing on cleaning, shaping, and conditioning natural nails while promoting healthy nail growth.
- Gel Nail Application: Experienced in applying gel nail polish, ensuring a long-lasting, high-shine finish that is durable and resistant to chipping.
- Gel-X Systems: Knowledgeable in the Gel-X nail enhancement technique, which utilizes pre-shaped gel tips for a lightweight and natural appearance.
- Nail Art Skills: Capable of creating decorative nail art using various techniques, including painting, stamping, and embellishments, tailored to clients’ preferences.
- Client Consultation: Skilled in assessing clients’ nail conditions and recommending suitable services and products to meet their individual needs, while providing excellent customer service.
- Hygiene Practices: Committed to maintaining a clean and sanitized workspace, adhering to safety standards and regulations to ensure client health and safety.
- Trend Awareness: Staying updated on the latest nail trends, techniques, and products in the beauty industry to offer clients contemporary services.
- This professional is dedicated to providing quality nail care while fostering a welcoming and relaxing environment for clients.
Hairstylist/Cosmetologist
Salon Lofts
05.2021 - 04.2023
- Conducted consultations to assess client goals, recommending appropriate beauty products and services for enhancement.
- Educated clients on proper hair care techniques to promote healthier hair between appointments.
- Contributed to the salon''s positive reputation through excellent customer service, attention to detail, and commitment to client satisfaction.
- Suggested treatments and styles to suit customer appearance and fashion choices.
- Developed customized hair care plans for individual clients to address specific needs or concerns, leading to healthier hair overall.
- Maintained clean and organized work station, complying with health and safety standards.
Cosmetologist
Ulta Beauty the Salon
Hilliard, OH
01.2020 - 08.2020
- Coordinated communication between clients and stylists to optimize workflow and
- Trained new staff on reception protocols, improving onboarding efficiency and team performance.
- Performed a range of hair services, including cutting, coloring, and styling to meet client preferences.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of beauty trends and techniques through continuous education and training.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance salon operations and improve service delivery efficiency.
- Mentored junior cosmetologists, sharing expertise in techniques and customer engagement strategies.
- Maintained a clean and hygienic work environment by following strict sanitation guidelines and procedures.
- Demonstrated high level of customer service to increase retention and satisfaction.
- Demonstrated exceptional time management skills by efficiently scheduling appointments and managing multiple clients simultaneously.
- Kept work areas, tools, and equipment clean and properly sanitized to minimize disease transfer and health risk of shared environment.
- Stayed current with industry trends and techniques by attending workshops, trade shows, and continuing education courses.
- Provided exceptional customer service, ensuring client satisfaction and repeat business.
Babysitter/Nanny
Self Employed
Columbus, OH
10.2016 - 12.2019
- Creating a safe place and stimulating environment for the children
- Bathing and dressing
- Changing diapers and potty-training, if age appropriate
- Children's laundry
- Planning meals, preparing food, and/or feeding the children
- Indoor and outdoor play
- Education activities and craft
Receptionist Administrator
Rooster Hair
Dublin, OH
2019 - 2019
- Managed front desk operations, ensuring efficient appointment scheduling and customer service.
- Coordinated communication between clients and stylists to optimize workflow and satisfaction.
- Implemented electronic filing system for client records, enhancing accessibility and organization.
- Trained new staff on reception protocols, improving onboarding efficiency and team performance.
Education
Cosmetology - Cosmology license
Aveda
Dublin, OH11.2019
High school diploma or GED - undefined
Ged Program
Columbus, OH03.2017
Skills
- Leadership skills
- Effective communication skills
- Dependable and reliable
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Multitasking
- Clean driving record
- Safety-focused
- Pre-trip inspections
- DOT regulations
- Disability awareness
Certification
- Cosmetologist
- October 2019 to Present
- Creativity
- Good customer service
- Listening skills
- Tidiness and good time management
- Self-confident
- Patience
- Ability to sell
- Air Brake Endorsement
- CDL B
- Driver's License
- Passenger Endorsement
- Cosmetology License
- School Bus Endorsement
- Class B CDL
Accomplishments
- Cosmology license
- Class b license/cdl
- Passenger endorsement
- Air break endorsement
- School bus endorsement
Timeline
Nail Artist
The w nail bar
05.2023 - 01.2024
School Bus Driver (part-time)
Hilliard City Schools
02.2023 - Current
Hairstylist/Cosmetologist
Salon Lofts
05.2021 - 04.2023
Doordash Driver
door dash
09.2020 - Current
Cosmetologist
Ulta Beauty the Salon
01.2020 - 08.2020
Babysitter/Nanny
Self Employed
10.2016 - 12.2019
Cosmetology - Cosmology license
Aveda
High school diploma or GED - undefined
Ged Program
Receptionist Administrator
Rooster Hair
2019 - 2019