Shamika Smith
Fort Lauderdale,FL
Summary
Skilled Lead Instructor proficient in documentation and compliance. Successful at cultivating a student-focused culture without sacrificing quality of instruction. Ready to apply 9 years of progressive experience to the new role.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Instructor
The Salon Professional Academy
05.2023 - Current
- Evaluated student demographics to make effective choices in class and activity development.
- Reviewed class and student records to identify improvement opportunities.
- Motivated junior teachers to provide exceptional learning environments.
- Maintained master records of tests, clocked hours, and services.
- Managed over 30 customers per day, increased salon sales by 200%
Cosmetology Instructor
Hollywood Institute Of Beauty Careers
03.2021 - 05.2022
- Followed school curriculum accurately with detailed lesson plans.
- Prepared students for Florida cosmetology exam with 80% success.
- Planned both theory and practical lessons for 16 students.
- Engaged students in academic and practical conversations that elicited critical thinking, creativity, collaboration, and communication.
- Performed advanced lash and hair extension demos
Hairstylist/Barber
Sports Clips
04.2016 - 12.2021
- Scheduled customer appointments and rearranged individual time slots to meet demand.
- Processed payments, entering sales in register for prompt customer service.
- Stayed updated on current hair trends and techniques to make customers look fashionable and increase satisfaction.
- Educated customers on products to maximize benefits.
- Completed safety training and certifications to minimize risk of infection or injury to customers.
Education
Associate of Arts - Business
Ashford University
San Diego, CASkills
- Community Outreach
- Class Development
- Character Building
- Performance Monitoring
- Technical Implementation
- Positive Learning Environment
- Program Management
- Report Management
Certification
- License Cosmetologist
- Licensed Barber
- Certified Lash extension, [Borboleta]
Timeline
Lead Instructor
The Salon Professional Academy
05.2023 - Current
Cosmetology Instructor
Hollywood Institute Of Beauty Careers
03.2021 - 05.2022
Hairstylist/Barber
Sports Clips
04.2016 - 12.2021
Associate of Arts - Business
Ashford University
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