Israel Hernandez
Thornton
Summary
To work in a capacity that enables me to utilize my education, customer service skills and overall abilities to the highest extent possible while challenging and engaging me as a leader.
Creative and experienced hairstylist with 20 years in the hairstyling industry. A strong history of delivering quality beauty services to support clients vision. Dedicated to crafting a positive salon experience and building effective relationships with strong interpersonal skills.
Results-driven educator with several-year record of success and communication, planning and problem-solving abilities required for delivering exceptional education to students while maintaining supportive and structured learning environments. Polished in developing and implementing student-focused practices and technological strategies to enhance classroom settings. Boosts student engagement through experiential learning, team collaboration and digital approaches.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
Work History
Instructor/Educator
IBMC College
Longmont
08.2025 - Current
- Developed curriculum materials for diverse learning environments.
- Assessed student progress and provided constructive feedback.
- Collaborated with faculty to enhance teaching strategies and methodologies.
- Designed training programs aligned with educational standards and goals.
Instructor/Educator
Empire Beauty Schools
Thornton
10.2023 - 08.2025
- Developed curriculum materials for diverse learning environments.
- Assessed student progress and provided constructive feedback.
- Collaborated with faculty to enhance teaching strategies and methodologies.
- Prepared and graded subject tests for students.
- Remained calm and patient in student interactions to support individual growth and development.
- Enforced rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among students.
Hair Stylist/Owner
Salon Eclipse
Louisville
07.2018 - 03.2025
- Consulted with clients to determine hairstyle preferences and needs.
- Performed haircuts, color treatments, and styling services efficiently.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of salon tools and workstations.
- Educated clients on hair care techniques and product usage.
- Managed appointment schedules using salon software effectively.
- Greeted customers, answered phones and booked appointments.
- Provided consultations to clients about their desired hairstyle and hair care needs.
- Educated clients on proper home hair care maintenance techniques.
- Shampooed, conditioned, cut, colored and styled hair according to client's instructions.
- Developed relationships with new clients through referrals from existing customers.
Education
Instructor/Educator -
IBMC College
CO 08.2025 - 10.2025
Instructor/Educator -
Empire Beauty Schools
Thornton, CO 10.2023 - 08/2025
Cosmetology License -
Artistic Beauty College
Thornton, CO 10.2003 - 01.2005
Skills
- Active-Listening
- Communication
- Creativity
- Interpersonal Skills
- Cutting/Styling
- Customer Service
- Bilingual-Conversational (Spanish)
- Adaptability
- Integrity
- Time Management
- Sales
- Colorist
- Classroom management
- Interactive teaching
- Client consultation
- Appointment scheduling
- Student motivation
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Instructor/Educator -
IBMC College
08.2025 - 10.2025
Instructor/Educator
IBMC College
08.2025 - Current
Instructor/Educator -
Empire Beauty Schools
10.2023 - 08/2025
Instructor/Educator
Empire Beauty Schools
10.2023 - 08.2025
Hair Stylist/Owner
Salon Eclipse
07.2018 - 03.2025
Cosmetology License -
Artistic Beauty College
10.2003 - 01.2005