Rita Jones
Killeen,TX
Summary
High-energy Store Manager bringing extensive experience in retail settings. Set and enforced consistent standards to maintain staff satisfaction and meet performance targets. Dynamic relationship-builder with organized nature and sound judgment focused on maximizing team efficiency.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Store Manager and Cosmetologist
Great Clips DBA Mane Image
2015.06 - Current
- Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures.
- Managed store employees successfully in fast-paced environment through proactive communication and positive feedback.
- Completed point of sale opening and closing procedures.
- Rotated merchandise and displays to feature new products and promotions.
- Maintained proper product levels and inventory controls for merchandise and organized backroom to facilitate effective ordering and stock rotation.
- Assisted with hiring, training and mentoring new staff members.
Cosmetologist
Great Clips DBA DAMA
2013.02 - 2015.05
- Demonstrated high level of customer service to increase retention and satisfaction.
- Attended regular trainings and workshops to maintain cosmetology license and stay current on technique and skills.
- Grew sales with great work ethic, individualized beauty care plans and positive attitude.
Store Manager and Cosmetologist
SportClips
2007.10 - 2011.04
- Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures.
- Managed store employees successfully in fast-paced environment through proactive communication and positive feedback.
- Promoted team collaboration, performance, and efficiency by fostering healthy environments focused on mutual success.
Substitute Teacher
Ellicott School District 22
2006.10 - 2007.05
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
Substitute Teacher
Peyton School District 23
2006.10 - 2007.05
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
Para Professional
Pikes Peak BOCES
2005.10 - 2006.05
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Assisted in maintaining engaging and respectful educational environment by promoting discipline and cooperation.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
Education
Alternative Teaching License - Teaching EC-6
Texas Teachers of Tomorrow
Texas10.2024
MBA - Business Administration
University of Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ10.2023
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Phoenix
Phoenix, Az08.2019
Skills
- Teaching Life Skills
- Positive Interactions
- Strategy Assistance
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Operations Oversight
- Safety Understanding
- Collaborative and Team-Oriented
- Ensuring Safety and Injury Prevention
Affiliations
PTA Vice President 2005
Girl Scouts Leader 2006-2007
Timeline
Store Manager and Cosmetologist
Great Clips DBA Mane Image
2015.06 - Current
Cosmetologist
Great Clips DBA DAMA
2013.02 - 2015.05
Store Manager and Cosmetologist
SportClips
2007.10 - 2011.04
Substitute Teacher
Ellicott School District 22
2006.10 - 2007.05
Substitute Teacher
Peyton School District 23
2006.10 - 2007.05
Para Professional
Pikes Peak BOCES
2005.10 - 2006.05
Alternative Teaching License - Teaching EC-6
Texas Teachers of Tomorrow
MBA - Business Administration
University of Phoenix
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Phoenix
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