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Stephanie Ketchum

1411 N. Cockrell Hill RD. 721, Dallas,TX

Summary

Resourceful Paraprofessional Substitute known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in classroom management, special education support, and curriculum implementation. Strong communication, empathy, and adaptability, ensuring positive learning environments and student success.

Overview

38
38
years of professional experience

Work History

Paraprofessional Substitute

Uplift Luna Preparatory
Dallas, TX
01.2025 - Current
  • Monitored student behavior and maintained a positive learning environment.
  • Maintained a clean and organized classroom to support effective learning spaces.
  • Substituted in classes when teachers were absent, delivering lessons according to pre-planned instructions from the absent teacher.
  • Monitored student behavior and provided positive reinforcement to encourage appropriate conduct.
  • Supervised students during non-instructional times, including lunch and recess.
  • Contributed to a safe and inclusive learning environment for all students.
  • Maintained classroom order and enforced school and class rules.
  • Took attendance and maintained attendance records during period as substitute.

Paraprofessional Substitute

Trinity Basin Preparatory
Dallas, TX
08.2023 - Current
  • Supported students with special needs during instructional time and activities.
  • Monitored student behavior and maintained a positive learning environment.
  • Maintained a clean and organized classroom to support effective learning spaces.
  • Substituted in classes when teachers were absent, delivering lessons according to pre-planned instructions from the absent teacher.
  • Maintained confidentiality of student information at all times while ensuring compliance with FERPA regulations.
  • Monitored student behavior and provided positive reinforcement to encourage appropriate conduct.
  • Responded quickly to emergency situations using problem-solving skills and proper safety protocols.
  • Established a safe learning environment for all students by monitoring classrooms and hallways during passing periods.

Owner

Lifestyles Hair Studio
Dallas, TX
04.1995 - Current
  • Established long-term client relationships that increased business and other opportunities
  • Creator of barber and beauty showcase
  • Stay current with the latest styling trends, product knowledge, and educating clients
  • Deliver excellence in customer care
  • Extension and weave expert
  • Provide mobile service for hair clients for regular hair care needs
  • Print work for Soft Sheen Corporation published in Essence Magazine circa 1990’s

Cosmetology Instructor

Ogle School
Dallas, TX
02.2020 - 08.2020
  • Support the educational process to meet or exceed budgeted expectations through guest satisfaction, rebooking, and product recommendations
  • Adhere to all statues and regulations from Federal, State, and regulatory agencies
  • Ensure the clinic and reception areas foster a positive, respectful environment in which to train students and partner with the staff in the best practices of customer service
  • Implementation of the curriculum for assigned group or class teaching students how to pass the State Licensing Exam (TDLR) and exhibit successful salon skills
  • Maintain and conduct student progress reports, grades, attendance, personal milestones

Manicurist

Miniluxe
Dallas, TX
08.2019 - 09.2019
  • Provided exceptional manicure services following Miniluxe's quality standards.
  • Performed high volume of daily customers gel, acrylic, and natural manicures.
  • Built repeat client base to increase profits and stabilize cash flow.
  • Ensured that all safety protocols were followed during each session with clientele.

Assistant Manager

Pink Pedi Salon
Dallas, TX
04.2017 - 07.2019
  • Resolved client and team member issues through effective decision-making.
  • Proactively addressed needs of all staff and clients.
  • Delivered exceptional customer service to enhance client satisfaction.
  • Supervised salon floor operations and engaged with clients personally.
  • Analyzed service and retail sales performance, initiating improvements as needed.
  • Demonstrated polished communication skills to manage client conflicts effectively.
  • Served as primary communicator for salon team, fostering collaboration.
  • Coached and mentored salon team members, providing support and motivation.

Personnel Specialist

United States Navy
San Jose, CA
08.1987 - 09.1995
  • Assigned to administration for personnel.
  • Honorable discharge.
  • Disabled Veteran
  • Managed employee records and documentation for compliance and accuracy.
  • Facilitated onboarding sessions for new hires to ensure smooth integration.
  • Established, maintained, and updated employee files.

Education

M. J.’s Beauty Academy

Some College (No Degree) - Special Education

Tarleton State University
Stephenville, TX

Skills

  • Classroom management
  • Lesson delivery
  • Special needs support
  • Safety protocol implementation
  • Special education support
  • Positive reinforcement
  • Learning disabilities support
  • Classroom organization

Timeline

Paraprofessional Substitute

Uplift Luna Preparatory
01.2025 - Current

Paraprofessional Substitute

Trinity Basin Preparatory
08.2023 - Current

Cosmetology Instructor

Ogle School
02.2020 - 08.2020

Manicurist

Miniluxe
08.2019 - 09.2019

Assistant Manager

Pink Pedi Salon
04.2017 - 07.2019

Owner

Lifestyles Hair Studio
04.1995 - Current

Personnel Specialist

United States Navy
08.1987 - 09.1995

M. J.’s Beauty Academy

Some College (No Degree) - Special Education

Tarleton State University

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