Dina Coutre
Simpsonville
Summary
Dedicated Cosmetology Educator with expertise in curriculum development, classroom management, and student assessment. Proven ability to foster a positive learning environment and enhance student success through innovative workshops and community engagement.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Cosmetology Educator
Pivot Point Academy
Bloomingdale
10.2022 - 10.2025
- Coordinated hair shows and competitions to highlight student talent and build confidence.
- Organized workshops with industry professionals to enhance student learning and industry insight.
- Implemented classroom management strategies to foster a positive learning environment.
- Provided individualized guidance to struggling students to improve skills through targeted practice and constructive feedback.
- Planned field trips to beauty salons or spas for hands-on experience with real clients.
- Created course materials such as handouts, tests, quizzes, and videos for teaching purposes.
- Administered tests and assessed results to evaluate student understanding of material.
- Prepared detailed reports about student performance throughout each semester for review by management staff.
Cosmetology Educator
Tricoci University of Beauty Culture
Elgin
02.2019 - 10.2022
- Effectively educate cosmetology students Utilizing the Tricoci curriculum
- Implemented Tricoci student policies and developed advanced lesson plans to meet curriculum standards
- Oversaw student academic progress in 1500 hr. program, ensuring alignment with learning objectives
- Supervise student clinic including assisting students through guest consultation
- Created study tools that enhanced student retention of key concepts
- Create a positive, encouraging, and enjoyable culture for all students
- Implement incentive based learning such as contests and competitions
- Modified teaching methods and curriculum schedule to support students during the 2020 pandemic
Cosmetology Educator
Empire Education Group
Arlinton Hts.,/Vernon Hills/Hanover Park
08.2013 - 02.2019
- Teach classroom curriculum and lesson planning using incentive based learner engagements and practical applications
- Assist students with outside internship opportunities to aid with job placement upon graduation
- Cultivated community relationships with local salons to enhance student placement opportunities
- Sustained organizational structure through successful NACCAS accreditations
- Aligned growth initiatives with company vision, mission, and culture
Education
Cosmetology Educator License -
Empire Education Group
Hanover Park, IL10-2013
Cosmetology License -
Pivot Point International
Evanston, IL06-1983
Skills
- Curriculum development
- Classroom management
- Student assessment
- Workshop coordination
- Technical training
- Industry networking
- Community engagement
Timeline
Cosmetology Educator
Pivot Point Academy
10.2022 - 10.2025
Cosmetology Educator
Tricoci University of Beauty Culture
02.2019 - 10.2022
Cosmetology Educator
Empire Education Group
08.2013 - 02.2019
Cosmetology Educator License -
Empire Education Group
Cosmetology License -
Pivot Point International