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Hobby is acting in musical theater
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Shona Gardner

Shona Gardner

Charles Town,WV

Summary

Observant stylist skilled at managing customer needs, assessing styles and recommending optimal choices. Technically skilled hair and makeup stylist, recommending products and looks based on physical characteristics and customer requests. Highly coordinated cashier and desk operator with natural aptitude for multitasking and accurate money handling. Observant stylist skilled at managing customer needs, assessing styles and recommending optimal choices. Technically skilled hair and makeup stylist, recommending products and looks based on physical characteristics and customer requests. Highly coordinated cashier and desk operator with natural aptitude for multitasking and accurate money handling. Observant stylist skilled at managing customer needs, assessing styles and recommending optimal choices. Technically skilled hair and makeup stylist, recommending products and looks based on physical characteristics and customer requests. Highly coordinated cashier and desk operator with natural aptitude for multitasking and accurate money handling. Customer-oriented stylist with 34 years of experience tailoring specific styles to suit customers with varying hairstyle requests and cosmetic preferences. Innovative beauty specialist, recommending new trends and products based on client interest. Versatile customer advocate with flexibility and strategic vision for fashion-forward or traditional cosmetic and hair arrangements. Observant stylist skilled at managing customer needs, assessing styles and recommending optimal choices. Technically skilled hair and makeup stylist, recommending products and looks based on physical characteristics and customer requests. Highly coordinated cashier and desk operator with natural aptitude for multitasking and accurate money handling.

Overview

39
39
years of professional experience

Work History

Toddler Teacher

Primrose Montessori School
Leesburg , VA
07.2022 - Current
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
  • Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
  • Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time in schedule each day.
  • Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
  • Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers and letters.
  • Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
  • Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
  • Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
  • Promoted sensory development by providing access to different textures.
  • Promoted physical, academic and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
  • Fostered reasoning and problem solving through active exploration games and activities.
  • Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
  • Instructed children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting and toileting.
  • Assessed babies and toddlers against established early childhood developmental milestones, preparing regular progress reports for each child.
  • Developed age-appropriate activities and programs for children 16 months to 24 months old.
  • Monitored students' academic, social and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
  • Communicated with parents through enrollment, tours, newsletters, conferences and direct personal communication.
  • Allowed for ample outdoor recreation time to support physical development.
  • Implemented curriculum to enhance classes with learning-focused activities.
  • Continually kept abreast of toy and child-related recalls and safety warnings.

Hairstylist

Salon Alure
Purcellville, VA
05.2014 - Current
  • Suggested treatments and styles to suit customer appearance and fashion choices.
  • Scheduled customer appointments and rearranged individual time slots to meet demand.
  • Permed, relaxed and bleached hair for customers daily.
  • Mixed pigments and used proper techniques to achieve desired color.
  • Distributed business cards outside of salon to generate new business.
  • Educated customers on products to maximize benefits.
  • Determined appropriate hair treatments based on conditions and textures.
  • Escorted guests to and from treatment rooms for specialty salon services.
  • Trimmed, cut and shaped hair and hairpieces based on customer preference.
  • Recorded notes for future reference about customer preferences and services delivered.
  • Created memorable customer experiences, adding bonus services such as head and neck massages during appointments.
  • Serviced high-profile clients with intricate coloring and highlighting techniques.
  • Designed individualized plans to assist customers in healing damaged or dry hair.
  • Completed safety training and certifications to minimize risk of infection or injury to customers.
  • Processed payments, entering sales in register for prompt customer service.

Team Support Specialist/Behavioral Health Technician

Board Of Child Care
Martinsburg , WV
04.2022 - 06.2022
  • Facilitated on-site activities, support groups and outings for clients.
  • Kept facility clean, performed basic maintenance and restocked supplies to support program needs.
  • Taught clients how to complete basic household chores and prepare food.
  • Recognized individuals under influence of drugs or alcohol and typical behaviors associated with each.
  • Searched resident belongings prior to and during stays.
  • Conducted client rounds to check on residents.
  • Built and maintained positive staff relationships to promote teamwork and better serve clients.
  • Completed documentation for every incident and forwarded to correct personnel for review.
  • Performed client intake procedures according to internal standards for new admissions.
  • Prepared and submitted daily reports to management.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Charted on each patient daily.
  • Counseled and mentored clients on substance use and life choices.
  • Assisted and counseled 10-15 patients daily.
  • Recommended continuing care and medications to clients and communicated with family members on treatment and discharge plans.
  • Treated clients and families with respect and dignity.

PTA President

Driswood Elementary School
Charles Town, WV
09.2012 - 06.2016
  • Maintained and shouldered fiscal responsibility For PTA
  • Raised money and Organized fundraisers to raise money for schools needs
  • volunteered my time in classrooms with behaviorally challenged children and also in the library for the book fair And the Santa Shop.
  • Led a team of volunteers
  • Managed teams of volunteers focused on improving our schools needs .
  • Helped with Dismissal procedures when available loading children on to the bus. volunteered in the cafeteria at lunchtime and helped in the evenings with babysitting for parents night out

Hairstylist Manager

Hair Cuttery
Lansdowne Town Center, VA
01.2014 - 05.2014
  • Scheduled employees to maintain adequate coverage during business hours.
  • Set, enforced and optimized internal policies to maintain responsiveness to demands.
  • Conferred with customers to assess requirements and recommend specific services.
  • Organized promotions to boost [Product or Service] sales, achieving [Number]% growth in revenue over [Timeframe].
  • Managed cash flow, business transactions, banking and accounting processes.
  • Recruited, trained and supervised by [Number] employees in [Timeframe].
  • Coached and trained employees to optimize performance and achieve demanding business objectives.
  • Set and optimized schedules to meet coverage needs and effectively align employee strengths with business needs.
  • Established long-term client relationships, increasing sales [Number]% while developing additional opportunities through networking and referrals.
  • Achieved personal sales goals by upselling products to meet individual needs.
  • Analyzed patrons' hair and physical features to determine and recommend beauty treatments and hairstyles.
  • Provided staff coaching, mentoring and consultation to enhance performance and professional development.
  • Established and administered annual budget with controls to prevent overages, minimize burn rate and support sustainability objectives.
  • Grew repeat client base by [Number]% through effective marketing and customer service.
  • Utilized social media accounts and strategic marketing initiatives to promote business and build revenue by [Number]%.
  • Devised processes to boost long-term business success and increase profit levels.
  • Worked to continuously increase salon business through effective sales, service and operations policies.
  • Maintained organization of salon and cleanliness of each station through [Action] and [Action].
  • Maintained excellent customer service standards to win customer loyalty and retention and build customer base by [Number]%.
  • Controlled inventory by tracking expenses, purchases and shelf stock.
  • Answered over [Number] phone calls and emails per day by taking detailed messages and relaying messages to appropriate personnel.
  • Maintained general appointment calendar and set shift schedules.
  • Maximized business efficiency by completing thorough and accurate daily management tasks such as overseeing registers, organizing inventory and delegating tasks.
  • Applied performance data to evaluate and improve operations, target current business conditions and forecast needs.
  • Cross-sold and up-sold new haircare products, increasing earnings [Number]% per [Timeframe].
  • Met with customers to discuss upcoming events and style requirements.
  • Oversaw salon employee performance, facility cleanliness and sales.
  • Recorded weekly supply and inventory needs and made regular orders worth $[Amount].
  • Built business through commitment to excellent customer service, resulting in customer loyalty and retention.
  • Grew customer numbers and boosted loyalty with strategic engagement and marketing strategies.
  • Handled employee scheduling and coverage needs during business hours.
  • Promoted business through marketing initiatives and use of social media.
  • Networked at various industry events to promote business.
  • Directed marketing initiatives that increased business by [Number]%.
  • Consistently received positive feedback from guests on performance reviews.
  • Oversaw and handled business finances, cash flow, overall business transactions, banking and accounting procedures.
  • Assessed supplier quality to maintain tight cost controls and maximize business operational performance.
  • Removed outdated policies and modernized structure.

Office Manager

Keller Williams Rice Realty
Charles Town, WV
03.2013 - 01.2014
  • Managed budgets, appointment scheduling, employee and event itineraries and accounts to improve productivity initiatives.
  • Established workflow processes, monitored daily productivity and implemented modifications to improve overall performance of personnel.
  • Arranged corporate and office conferences for company employees and guests.
  • Sourced vendors for special project needs and negotiated contracts.
  • Oversaw quality control and productivity rates to increase revenue and production times.
  • Oversaw office inventory activities by ordering and requisitions and stocking and shipment receiving.
  • Established and developed strong administrative team by delivering ongoing coaching and motivation and fostering career advancement.
  • Maintained computer and physical filing systems.
  • Evaluated employee records and productivity to complete employee evaluations.
  • Prepared meeting materials and took clear notes to distribute to stakeholders.
  • Developed standard operating procedures for all administrative employees.
  • Maintained CRM database with customer updates and report generation.
  • Managed office operations while scheduling appointments for department managers.

Stay at Home Mother

My Kids
Charles Town, WV
11.2001 - 03.2013

Stayed at home to raise my children and run my household.

I was pto President so I was involved in their school from Kindergarten until they went to Middle school. As PTO President I was responsible for running and organizing fund raisers, running and organizing school events along with the principal and teachers. I was very involve.

Hairstylist Manager

Sylvain Melloul Salon
Reston, VA
04.1997 - 09.2001
  • Set, enforced and optimized internal policies to maintain responsiveness to demands.
  • Scheduled employees to maintain adequate coverage during business hours.
  • Removed outdated policies and modernized structure.
  • Oversaw salon employee performance, facility cleanliness and sales.
  • Controlled inventory by tracking expenses, purchases and shelf stock.
  • Set and optimized schedules to meet coverage needs and effectively align employee strengths with business needs.
  • Answered over [Number] phone calls and emails per day by taking detailed messages and relaying messages to appropriate personnel.
  • Handled employee scheduling and coverage needs during business hours.
  • Consistently received positive feedback from guests on performance reviews.
  • Recorded weekly supply and inventory needs and made regular orders worth $[Amount].
  • Devised processes to boost long-term business success and increase profit levels.
  • Conferred with customers to assess requirements and recommend specific services.
  • Applied performance data to evaluate and improve operations, target current business conditions and forecast needs.
  • Maintained excellent customer service standards to win customer loyalty and retention and build customer base by [Number]%.
  • Maintained organization of salon and cleanliness of each station through [Action] and [Action].
  • Assessed supplier quality to maintain tight cost controls and maximize business operational performance.
  • Managed cash flow, business transactions, banking and accounting processes.
  • Grew repeat client base by [Number]% through effective marketing and customer service.
  • Cross-sold and up-sold new haircare products, increasing earnings [Number]% per [Timeframe].
  • Sourced high-quality and trending hair care products for salon through [Action] and [Action].
  • Utilized social media accounts and strategic marketing initiatives to promote business and build revenue by [Number]%.
  • Cut and styled hair for both male and female customers of all ages according to individual preferences and latest styles.
  • Met with customers to discuss upcoming events and style requirements.
  • Directed marketing initiatives that increased business by [Number]%.
  • Maintained general appointment calendar and set shift schedules.
  • Recruited, trained and supervised by [Number] employees in [Timeframe].
  • Networked at various industry events to promote business.
  • Organized promotions to boost [Product or Service] sales, achieving [Number]% growth in revenue over [Timeframe].
  • Maximized business efficiency by completing thorough and accurate daily management tasks such as overseeing registers, organizing inventory and delegating tasks.
  • Coached and trained employees to optimize performance and achieve demanding business objectives.
  • Grew customer numbers and boosted loyalty with strategic engagement and marketing strategies.
  • Established long-term client relationships, increasing sales [Number]% while developing additional opportunities through networking and referrals.
  • Worked to continuously increase salon business through effective sales, service and operations policies.
  • Promoted business through marketing initiatives and use of social media.
  • Established and administered annual budget with controls to prevent overages, minimize burn rate and support sustainability objectives.
  • Provided staff coaching, mentoring and consultation to enhance performance and professional development.
  • Built business through commitment to excellent customer service, resulting in customer loyalty and retention.
  • Achieved personal sales goals by upselling products to meet individual needs.
  • Oversaw and handled business finances, cash flow, overall business transactions, banking and accounting procedures.
  • Analyzed patrons' hair and physical features to determine and recommend beauty treatments and hairstyles.

Hairstylist

Express Hair Salon
Georgetown , Washington DC
03.1992 - 03.1997
  • Suggested treatments and styles to suit customer appearance and fashion choices.
  • Scheduled customer appointments and rearranged individual time slots to meet demand.
  • Suggested treatments and styles to suit customer appearance and fashion choices.
  • Permed, relaxed and bleached hair for customers daily.
  • Mixed pigments and used proper techniques to achieve desired color.
  • Distributed business cards outside of salon to generate new business.
  • Educated customers on products to maximize benefits.
  • Determined appropriate hair treatments based on conditions and textures.
  • Escorted guests to and from treatment rooms for specialty salon services.
  • Trimmed, cut and shaped hair and hairpieces based on customer preference.
  • Recorded notes for future reference about customer preferences and services delivered.
  • Created memorable customer experiences, adding bonus services such as head and neck massages during appointments.
  • Serviced high-profile clients with intricate coloring and highlighting techniques.
  • Designed individualized plans to assist customers in healing damaged or dry hair.
  • Completed safety training and certifications to minimize risk of infection or injury to customers.
  • Organized sales area and work station to showcase products and boost sales.
  • Counted and documented opening and closing cash amounts daily.
  • Processed payments, entering sales in register for prompt customer service.
  • Resolved guest complaints about service or style.

Au Pair

Karen And Brian Galuska
Gaithersburg, MD
03.1991 - 03.1992
  • Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
  • Created and implemented diverse educational strategies to boost development.
  • Prepared healthy foods and beverages for children based on optimal dietary guidelines and individual restrictions.
  • Kept children's areas neat and clean.
  • Shopped for supplies, food and clothes for children and family members.
  • Kept notes of behavior issues, food served and medications administered to children.
  • Maintained effective schedule balance between rest periods, active play and instruction.
  • Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
  • Planned and guided age-appropriate tasks like reading, arts and crafts.
  • Met with parents about daily activities, positive developments and issues.
  • Observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate.
  • Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
  • Assisted with housework such as laundry and cooking.
  • Taught children to organize toys, wash hands and share by leading by example.
  • Monitored entrances and exits to maintain safety and organized environments.
  • Regularly traveled with family to help with vacation activities and childcare.
  • Assisted with light housekeeping duties as well as running errands.
  • Supervised children on playground to help develop physical and social skills.
  • Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships.
  • Promoted language development skills through reading and storytelling.
  • Supervised children engaged in physical activity, learning and social skills with peers.
  • Developed games and activities using arts and crafts to support learning and verbal skills.
  • Worked with parents to develop and implement discipline programs to promote positive behavior.
  • Provided developmentally appropriate activities for children.
  • Identified warning signs of emotional and developmental problems in children.
  • Established and maintained safe play environment for children.
  • Organized activities that enhanced children's physical, emotional and social well-being.
  • Monitored children's play activities to verify safety.
  • Encouraged children to be understanding and patient with others.
  • Stayed current on toy and child-related recalls and safety warnings.

Hairstylist

Shampoo
Limerick City Ireland , Ireland
08.1989 - 03.1991
  • Suggested treatments and styles to suit customer appearance and fashion choices.
  • Scheduled customer appointments and rearranged individual time slots to meet demand.
  • Permed, relaxed and bleached hair for customers daily.
  • Mixed pigments and used proper techniques to achieve desired color.
  • Distributed business cards outside of salon to generate new business.
  • Educated customers on products to maximize benefits.
  • Determined appropriate hair treatments based on conditions and textures.
  • Escorted guests to and from treatment rooms for specialty salon services.
  • Trimmed, cut and shaped hair and hairpieces based on customer preference.
  • Recorded notes for future reference about customer preferences and services delivered.
  • Created memorable customer experiences, adding bonus services such as head and neck massages during appointments.
  • Serviced high-profile clients with intricate coloring and highlighting techniques.
  • Designed individualized plans to assist customers in healing damaged or dry hair.
  • Completed safety training and certifications to minimize risk of infection or injury to customers.
  • Organized sales area and work station to showcase products and boost sales.
  • Counted and documented opening and closing cash amounts daily.
  • Processed payments, entering sales in register for prompt customer service.
  • Resolved guest complaints about service or style.

Kates Hair Care

Kate McGrath
Limerick , Ireland
09.1987 - 08.1989
  • Scheduled customer appointments and rearranged individual time slots to meet demand.
  • Suggested treatments and styles to suit customer appearance and fashion choices.
  • Organized sales area and work station to showcase products and boost sales.
  • Trimmed, cut and shaped hair and hairpieces based on customer preference.
  • Designed individualized plans to assist customers in healing damaged or dry hair.
  • Processed payments, entering sales in register for prompt customer service.
  • Educated customers on products to maximize benefits.
  • Distributed business cards outside of salon to generate new business.
  • Mixed pigments and used proper techniques to achieve desired color.
  • Resolved guest complaints about service or style.
  • Completed safety training and certifications to minimize risk of infection or injury to customers.
  • Completed in-home services for elderly clients unable to travel to salon.
  • Recorded notes for future reference about customer preferences and services delivered.
  • Serviced high-profile clients with intricate coloring and highlighting techniques.
  • Escorted guests to and from treatment rooms for specialty salon services.
  • Determined appropriate hair treatments based on conditions and textures.
  • Created memorable customer experiences, adding bonus services such as head and neck massages during appointments.
  • Permed, relaxed and bleached hair for customers daily.
  • Counted and documented opening and closing cash amounts daily.

Education

High School Diploma -

Salesians
Limerick City, Ireland
06.1987

Skills

  • Trend expert
  • Customer buying habits
  • Highlights and lowlights
  • Hair maintenance expert
  • Customer consultation
  • Relationship building and management
  • Texturizing services specialist
  • Marketing familiarity
  • Scalp Treatments
  • Outstanding Client Retention
  • Networking Expertise
  • Marketing Understanding
  • Cosmetology
  • Sales
  • Hairstyling
  • Shoot Arrangements
  • Cosmetology Industry Exposure
  • Advanced Communication Skills
  • Props understanding
  • Film and television makeup
  • Highly motivated self-starter
  • Endurance
  • Sales expertise
  • Makeovers
  • Strong leader
  • Staff Management
  • Special effects
  • VA Licensed Cosmetologist
  • Color principles
  • Knowledge of color space theory
  • Detail-orientated
  • Skin-tone management
  • Bridal makeup application
  • Hair and Face Analysis
  • Beauty Treatment Recommendation
  • Cosmetology Principles Knowledge
  • Customer Consultations

Hobby is acting in musical theater

I love to sing and dance on a stage with talented people and entertain packed houses. I love to portray different characters from different genres and have fun while doing so. It gives me a great feeling of joy , release and excitement. I work with and wonderful cast and crew and gives me a great feeling of belonging to a group where I give as much as I get.

Additional Information

I Worked with behavioral challenged children recently at BCC in Martinsburg. I worked with autistic children and children with all kinds of backgrounds of abuse. It was a short lived experience but taught me many skills in TCI and CPR.

Timeline

Toddler Teacher

Primrose Montessori School
07.2022 - Current

Team Support Specialist/Behavioral Health Technician

Board Of Child Care
04.2022 - 06.2022

Hairstylist

Salon Alure
05.2014 - Current

Hairstylist Manager

Hair Cuttery
01.2014 - 05.2014

Office Manager

Keller Williams Rice Realty
03.2013 - 01.2014

PTA President

Driswood Elementary School
09.2012 - 06.2016

Stay at Home Mother

My Kids
11.2001 - 03.2013

Hairstylist Manager

Sylvain Melloul Salon
04.1997 - 09.2001

Hairstylist

Express Hair Salon
03.1992 - 03.1997

Au Pair

Karen And Brian Galuska
03.1991 - 03.1992

Hairstylist

Shampoo
08.1989 - 03.1991

Kates Hair Care

Kate McGrath
09.1987 - 08.1989

High School Diploma -

Salesians
Shona Gardner