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TONIA McMillian

Coy

Summary

Dynamic salon owner with a proven track record at BEST LOOK BEAUTY SALON, excelling in hair styling and upselling services. Cultivated a loyal clientele through exceptional communication and attention to detail, while implementing effective marketing strategies that significantly boosted revenue. Committed to maintaining salon hygiene and fostering a welcoming environment.

Paraprofessional with strong experience in educational support, adept at fostering academic achievement and promoting inclusive learning environments. Skilled in classroom management, individualized instruction, and behavioral support. Focuses on teamwork and adapts to changing needs, ensuring seamless collaboration with educators and staff. Known for reliability, empathy, and effective communication skills.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Hair Salon Owner

BEST LOOK BEAUTY SALON
06.1999 - Current
  • Maintained a clean, safe, and welcoming salon environment for clients and staff members.
  • Developed a loyal clientele with exceptional communication skills and attention to detail.
  • Oversaw payroll processing, budgeting, tax preparation tasks as part of managing financial aspects of the salon business.


Math Parprofessional

Wilcox Country Board 0f Education
06.2020 - 05.2025
  • Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
  • Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
  • Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
  • Fostered a positive learning environment by establishing strong rapport with students, parents, and faculty members.
  • Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.

Cashier

AD'S GROCERY
06.2014 - 03.2016
  • Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
  • Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
  • Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
  • Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.

Instructor

SafetyNet
08.2006 - 11.2010


  • Assisted students with personal hygiene.
  • Aided the teachers with the students in class.
  • Monitored the students at lunch and the nursing station.
  • Overseen the students and monitored them at the dorm and around the campus.
  • Promoted classroom safety, collaboration, and best practices.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

University of West Alabama
Livingston, AL
08-2028

Certificate of Technical Studies - COSMETOLOGY

COSTAL COMMUNIYY COLLEGE
Thomasville, AL
05-1994

Diploma/ Certification - RETAIL MANAGEMENT

RIELY COLLEGE
SEMELA AL
06-1991

Skills

  • Continuing education
  • Small group and individual assistance
  • Effective communication
  • Behavior management
  • Teacher support
  • Classroom organization
  • Classroom support
  • Teacher assistance
  • Computer skills
  • Student supervision

Languages

English

Timeline

Math Parprofessional

Wilcox Country Board 0f Education
06.2020 - 05.2025

Cashier

AD'S GROCERY
06.2014 - 03.2016

Instructor

SafetyNet
08.2006 - 11.2010

Hair Salon Owner

BEST LOOK BEAUTY SALON
06.1999 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

University of West Alabama

Certificate of Technical Studies - COSMETOLOGY

COSTAL COMMUNIYY COLLEGE

Diploma/ Certification - RETAIL MANAGEMENT

RIELY COLLEGE