Dawna Salkiewicz

Dawna Salkiewicz

Professional Summary

Over the past eight years, I have had comprehensive training in several coaching modalities. I am certified with Coach Training Alliance, Coaching Emotional Intelligence, Wellness Coaching, Nero-Linguistics Programing (NLP) and Hypnosis. I have studied Natural Health and I am currently working on my psychology degree at Walden University. I am conscientious and client-focused by helping people live healthier lifestyles by coaching from center resulting in masterful coaching sessions.

Core Qualifications

•Strong verbal communication •Computer proficient •Client needs assessment •Excel in relationship building •Group facilitation, presentation, and organizational skills •Interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills

Experience

Proficiency in getting to the core issue by using a holistic approach, able to participate in multidisciplinary team approach, comfortable with diverse populations, ability to de-escalate clients in vulnerable emotional state

04/2010 - 2012

Lead Cosmetology Instructor/Assistant Director of Education, Toni & Guy Hairdressing Academy – Worcester, MA

•Maintain responsibility for all levels of instruction. •Commitment to student success and an overall professional and positive demeanor at all times. •Work as a team member to keep Spotlight Experience Culture alive. •Demonstrate leadership by taking responsibility for actions. •Coach students around life skills by helping them set attainable goals.

Lead Cosmetology Educator, 01/2008 - 04/2009 Empire Beauty School – Framingham, MA

Responsible for students in the classroom as well as clinic. In charge of fund raising events for Future Professional Expo. Able to maintain a positive yet challenging, creative environment for learning. Increased student attendance by 11% within six-weeks.

District Leader, 01/2006 - 04/2007 Hair Cuttery – Worcester, MA

Assessed profit and loss of 12 salons in the Worcester County and Boson areas. Created, implemented and trained instructors and students on Professional Development that included communications, rebooking, retailing and problem solving. Utilized coaching skills to help redirect behavior.

Education

2012 Walden University – Minneapolis, MD Bachelors of Science Psychology/Health/Wellness Promotion

Coursework includes: Communication, Sociology, Leadership, Interdisciplinary Studies and Psychology. Nutrition, Stress Management, Fitness, Motivational techniques, Deans List, All semesters

1998 Clayton College of Natural Health – Birmingham, Alabama 

Bachelor of Science Natural Health Holistic course work on natural health and healing

1993 Becker College – Worcester, MA Associates of Science Liberal Studies Liberal Studies

Professional Affiliations

Member, Alumni Association Member, National Cosmetology Association, Harrington Hospital Auxilliary

Additional Information

•Referrals Available upon request.