Margie Collins
Houston,Texas
Summary
Committed to long-term results in stimulating environments. Motivated Cosmetology/Barber Instructor with integrated technology expertise provides classroom atmosphere conducive to continuous learning and student retention. Demonstrated experience and success teaching adult learners. Promotes student success through timely communication, growth-based feedback and strategy implementation that meet student needs.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Cosmetology Instructor • Teacher
Franklin Beauty Institute
03.2017 - Current
- Followed Texas curriculum accurately with detailed lesson plans.
- Prepared students for Texas cosmetology exam with 95% success.
- Planned both theory and practical lessons for 75 students.
- Conducted practice exams for 75 students on both theoretical and practical sections.
- Recruited clients for students to get practical experience.
- Supervised and monitored students' use of tools and equipment.
- Engaged students in academic and practical conversations that elicited critical thinking, creativity, collaboration and communication.
- Kept updated with developments in subject area curriculum, technical and career trends and teaching resources and methods.
- Observed and evaluated students' work to determine progress, provide feedback, and make suggestions for improvement.
- Planned and documented programs of study meeting individual needs and abilities of students.
- Met training needs with well-organized, factual programs based on contemporary requirements.
- Maintained laboratory with equipment, tools and supplies to meet course needs.
- Advised students on course selection, career decisions and other academic and vocational concerns.
Sergeant • Correctional Officer Supervisor
Texas Department of Criminal Justice
07.2006 - 09.2012
- Supervised personnel in carrying out duties to care for and maintain order in inmate population of 2500.
- Managed internal and external security of facility through frequent observations and discussions with other correctional officers.
- Inspected housing and common use facilities for safety, cleanliness and security.
- Completed daily work report sheets and delegated tasks to employees.
- Oversaw control center, monitoring inmates, visitors, and employees for signs of suspicious behavior.
- Supervised dining hall, outdoor recreation area, vocational shop, and inmate housing unit.
- Handled inmate counts and searches for missing inmates.
- Verified all prison visitors carried proper identification and had no contraband before entering institution.
- Coordinated responses to emergency situations arising in different prison locations.
- Supervised 75 employees and performance of tasks and managed 1500 offenders.
- Assigned officer tasks such as cleaning cells and stocking clean laundry to keep prison running efficiently.
- Cultivated and maintained climate of mutual respect with freedom from harassment and intimidation, to provide safe environment for staff and offenders.
- Monitored and confirmed compliance with safety standards and regulations.
- Resolved issues and disputes between inmates professionally and respectfully.
- Responded to emergency situations and provided first aid following facility guidelines.
- Enforced rules, procedures and policies to assist with management of incarcerated population.
- Worked with corrections officers to intervene in tense or hostile situations.
- Protected residents and corrections staff through carefully developed procedures.
Transportation Coordinator Specialist • Lead
U.S. Army
03.1998 - 09.2012
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Protected and guided personnel under command, maintaining safety, well-being, and mission readiness.
- Maintained accountability for over $500,000 in military assets.
- Worked closely with civilian agencies to coordinate military operations and carry out orders.
- Created and executed successful battle plans to support troops, capture points and defend supply lines.
- Coordinated activities of subordinate personnel to support mission success.
- Supervised manual and automated supply strategies, and connected with supply and data processing teams to facilitate communication and collaboration.
Teller
Wells Fargo Bank
09.2013 - 03.2015
- Balanced cash drawer daily and resolved discrepancies to provide accurate data regarding cash flow.
- Answered customer inquiries regarding account balances, transaction history, services charges, and interest rates.
- Processed customer transactions promptly, minimizing wait times.
- Disbursed cash and checks accurately while maintaining security of cash drawers.
- Completed highly accurate, high-volume money counts via both manual and machine-driven approaches.
- Served as primary point of contact for customers, providing assistance with account maintenance and transactions.
- Answered telephone inquiries on checking and savings accounts, loans, and lines of credit.
- Educated customers on use of banking website and mobile apps.
- Maintained friendly and professional customer interactions.
- Assisted customers with banking needs and inquiries.
- Counted, verified and handled bank deposits and armored car transactions.
- Handled various accounting transactions.
- Processed wide variety of retail banking transactions for personal and commercial customers.
- Established rapport with new clients to increase satisfaction and loyalty.
- Referred customers to other banking departments for specialized services.
- Cross-sold credit cards, loans and other bank products.
- Executed wire transfers, stop payments and account transfers.
- Performed account maintenance by closing out accounts and changing customer addresses.
- Trained new hires on customer service policies and procedures.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice Administration
University Of Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ12.2023
No Degree - Class A Barber
Franklin Barber/Beauty Institute
Houston, TX07.2020
No Degree - Cosmetology
Franklin Beauty School
Houston, Texas 08.2017
No Degree - Cosmetology Education
Franklin Beauty School
Houston, TX06.2016
High School Diploma -
Needville High School
Needville, TX05.1984
Skills
- Planning
- Time Management
- Leadership
- Highly Motivated and creative
- Psychology
- Conflict Resolution
- Criminology
- Problem Solving
- Information Literacy
- Communication
- Grading and Scoring
- Bacteriology Expertise
- Educational Software
- Lesson Planning Knowledge
- Type of Hair Specialist
- Course Planning
- Educational Opportunities
- Skin Care
- Instructional Techniques
- Cosmetology
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote
The way to get started is to quit talking and begin doing.
Walt Disney
Timeline
Cosmetology Instructor • Teacher
Franklin Beauty Institute
03.2017 - Current
Teller
Wells Fargo Bank
09.2013 - 03.2015
Sergeant • Correctional Officer Supervisor
Texas Department of Criminal Justice
07.2006 - 09.2012
Transportation Coordinator Specialist • Lead
U.S. Army
03.1998 - 09.2012
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice Administration
University Of Phoenix
No Degree - Class A Barber
Franklin Barber/Beauty Institute
No Degree - Cosmetology
Franklin Beauty School
No Degree - Cosmetology Education
Franklin Beauty School
High School Diploma -
Needville High School
Photography
I have my own photography company.
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