Octavia Powell
Chicago,IL
Summary
Enthusiastic Cosmetology Instructor with five years of experience teaching and 15 years of experience behind the chair. Outstanding eye for detail and organizational capabilities with extensive knowledge of individualized lesson plans and monitoring student growth. Committed to long-term results in stimulating environments.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Cosmetology Instructor
Trenz Beauty Academy
09.2023 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans that incorporated industry trends, resulting in a dynamic learning environment.
- Planned both theory and practical lessons for 25 students.
- Mentored aspiring cosmetologists to refine their skills and confidently pursue career opportunities in the field.
- Evaluated individual student progress by conducting regular assessments and providing constructive feedback.
- Enhanced students'' practical skills by demonstrating and explaining various cosmetology techniques.
- Established strong rapport with students, fostering an open and inclusive learning atmosphere.
- Regularly collaborated with colleagues to share best practices or identify areas for curriculum enhancement, ensuring a top-quality educational experience for students.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry standards, regulations, and advancements to ensure relevant instruction.
- Encouraged continuous improvement among students by setting high expectations backed by personalized support and guidance.
- Adapted instructional methods based on individual student needs or learning styles, resulting in greater success and satisfaction among the student body.
- Organized guest speaker events featuring successful cosmetology professionals to inspire students and provide real-world insights.
- Recruited clients for students to get practical experience.
- Assisted school administration in marketing program offerings through open house events, community outreach initiatives, or social media promotion.
- Implemented hands-on learning experiences through practical demonstrations, resulting in increased student engagement and retention of material.
- Prepared students for Illinois cosmetology exam with 80% success.
- Conducted practice exams for 25 students on both theoretical and practical sections.
- Engaged students in academic and practical conversations that elicited critical thinking, creativity, collaboration and communication.
- Provided instructional handouts, texts, audiovisual aids and other materials to facilitate learning.
- Observed and evaluated students' work to determine progress, provide feedback, and make suggestions for improvement.
- Supervised and monitored students' use of tools and equipment.
- Advised students on course selection, career decisions and other academic and vocational concerns.
- Identified program successes and failures based on student assessments and course reviews.
- Met training needs with well-organized, factual programs based on contemporary requirements.
- Connected instruction to real-world experiences and to students' post-secondary goals.
- Planned and documented programs of study meeting individual needs and abilities of students.
- Established goals for courses with organized outlines and detailed lessons.
Cosmetology Instructor
Tricoci University Of Beauty Culture
04.2022 - 08.2023
- Developed engaging lesson plans that incorporated industry trends, resulting in a dynamic learning environment.
- Ensured compliance with state regulations governing cosmetology instruction while maintaining a safe, clean learning environment at all times.
- Mentored aspiring cosmetologists to refine their skills and confidently pursue career opportunities in the field.
- Evaluated individual student progress by conducting regular assessments and providing constructive feedback.
- Enhanced students'' practical skills by demonstrating and explaining various cosmetology techniques.
- Established strong rapport with students, fostering an open and inclusive learning atmosphere.
- Increased student pass rates on state licensing exams through comprehensive test preparation and review sessions.
- Followed Illinois curriculum accurately with detailed lesson plans.
- Regularly collaborated with colleagues to share best practices or identify areas for curriculum enhancement, ensuring a top-quality educational experience for students.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry standards, regulations, and advancements to ensure relevant instruction.
- Encouraged continuous improvement among students by setting high expectations backed by personalized support and guidance.
Cosmetology Instructor
Empire Beauty School
10.2019 - 05.2021
- Developed engaging lesson plans that incorporated industry trends, resulting in a dynamic learning 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.
- Planned both theory and practical lessons for 25 students.
- Mentored aspiring cosmetologists to refine their skills and confidently pursue career opportunities in the field.
- Evaluated individual student progress by conducting regular assessments and providing constructive feedback.
- Enhanced students'' practical skills by demonstrating and explaining various cosmetology techniques.
- Spearheaded salon management training courses, equipping students with essential business skills for future success in the industry.
- Established strong rapport with students, fostering an open and inclusive learning atmosphere.
- Increased student pass rates on state licensing exams through comprehensive test preparation and review sessions.
- Facilitated workshops on essential soft skills, such as communication and professionalism within the beauty industry.
- Followed Illinois curriculum accurately with detailed lesson plans.
- Regularly collaborated with colleagues to share best practices or identify areas for curriculum enhancement, ensuring a top-quality educational experience for students.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry standards, regulations, and advancements to ensure relevant instruction.
- Encouraged continuous improvement among students by setting high expectations backed by personalized support and guidance.
- Adapted instructional methods based on individual student needs or learning styles, resulting in greater success and satisfaction among the student body.
- Organized guest speaker events featuring successful cosmetology professionals to inspire students and provide real-world insights.
- Established relationships with local salons and spas to facilitate job placement opportunities for graduating students.
- Recruited clients for students to get practical experience.
- Led specialized training seminars on advanced hair cutting, coloring techniques, or skincare treatments to enhance students'' skill sets further.
- Assisted school administration in marketing program offerings through open house events, community outreach initiatives, or social media promotion.
- Implemented hands-on learning experiences through practical demonstrations, resulting in increased student engagement and retention of material.
- Engaged students in academic and practical conversations that elicited critical thinking, creativity, collaboration and communication.
- Provided instructional handouts, texts, audiovisual aids and other materials to facilitate learning.
- Observed and evaluated students' work to determine progress, provide feedback, and make suggestions for improvement.
- Supervised and monitored students' use of tools and equipment.
- Advised students on course selection, career decisions and other academic and vocational concerns.
- Presented lectures and conducted discussions to increase students' knowledge and competence using visual aids such as graphs, charts and slides.
- Collaborated with colleagues and improved teaching practices through professional learning communities and student retention meetings.
- Kept updated with developments in subject area curriculum, technical, and career trends and teaching resources and methods.
- Identified program successes and failures based on student assessments and course reviews.
- Met training needs with well-organized, factual programs based on contemporary requirements.
- Connected instruction to real-world experiences and to students' post-secondary goals.
- Maintained laboratory with equipment, tools and supplies to meet course needs.
- Planned and documented programs of study meeting individual needs and abilities of students.
- Developed software content, study aids and handouts for industry professionals.
- Established goals for courses with organized outlines and detailed lessons.
Education
Cosmetology Educator - Cosmetology
Empire Beauty School
Stone Park, IL03.2019
High School -
Youth Charter School of Chicago
Chicago, IL06.2004
Skills
- Lesson planning knowledge
- Salon administration understanding
- Chemical Texturizing
- Professional ethics
- Sanitation Procedures
- Sanitation maintenance
- Teaching strategies
- Facial Treatments
- Hair Removal
- Hair cutting techniques
- Multicultural Sensitivity
- Safety Monitoring
- Industry Trends Awareness
- Color Theory Application
- Course Planning
- Marketing techniques
- Continuing education
- Social Media Promotion
- Licensed Cosmetologist
- Career advising
- Public speaking trained
- Cosmetology
- State Licensing Preparation
- Nail Care Techniques
- Classroom Management
- Leadership Development
- Student Mentoring
- Public Speaking
- Performance Evaluation
- Progress Tracking
- Progress Reporting
- Test Administration
- Equipment Demonstration
- Education Model Development
Timeline
Cosmetology Instructor
Trenz Beauty Academy
09.2023 - Current
Cosmetology Instructor
Tricoci University Of Beauty Culture
04.2022 - 08.2023
Cosmetology Instructor
Empire Beauty School
10.2019 - 05.2021
Cosmetology Educator - Cosmetology
Empire Beauty School
High School -
Youth Charter School of Chicago
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