Rachel Allen

My extensive experience as a training director, administrator, instructor, and massage therapist positions me to excel in a wide array of roles, offering a unique blend of professionalism, exceptional organization, teaching proficiency, and leadership acumen. I bring a wealth of expertise, a commitment to excellence, and the adaptability and drive to tackle any new challenge.

Lead Hands-On Instructor and Administrator The DEEP ACADEMY

January 2022 - Present

Lead Hands-On Instructor

• Design and deliver practical massage therapy lessons, providing students with comprehensive training in various massage techniques, including Swedish, deep tissue, prenatal, hydrotherapy, etc.
• Provide clear demonstrations of massage techniques, explaining proper body mechanics, hand positioning, and pressure application.
• Supervise and mentor students during hands-on practice sessions, offering constructive feedback to help them improve their massage skills
• Create a supportive, safe learning environment that fosters student confidence and competence

• Processing applications and interviewing applicants online and in-person
• Enrolling students by guiding them through the required paperwork, enrollment agreements and payment arrangements
• Maintaining and organizing applicant records and documentation
• Invoicing and processing tuition payments
• Tracking and submitting hours to the massage licensing department

AustinDEEP

January 2021 - Present

• Training new hires in our proprietary, fascia-focused massage technique
• Designing and implementing advanced CE trainings for existing therapist
• Develop and update training materials, manuals, and resources for massage therapy training programs
• Oversee the onboarding process and mentor new therapists during their initial stages
• Establish performance assessment criteria and conduct regular evaluations of massage therapists
• Provide constructive feedback and support to therapists to help them improve their skills and meet performance goals

AustinDEEP

January 2018 - Present

• Conduct assessments of clients to understand their specific needs, pain areas, medical history, and treatment goals
• Educate clients on the benefits of deep tissue massage and the expected outcomes of the treatment
• Keep accurate and confidential client records and treatment notes

Milk + Honey Spa

May 2015 - December 2015

• Conduct assessments of clients to understand their specific needs, pain areas, medical history, and treatment goals
• Learn and promote proprietary spa treatments and packages
• Keep accurate and confidential client records and treatment notes

Lawson Chiropractic

December 2010 - June 2014

• Collaborate with chiropractor to develop individualized treatment plans that integrate massage therapy with chiropractic care
• Provide therapeutic massage treatments tailored to meet the specific needs and goals of each patient
• Maintain accurate and detailed patient records, including treatment notes & progress reports

Education

January 2009 - December 2009

Certifications

October 2010 - Present

Massage Therapy Instructor License

January 2021 - Present

Continuing Education Provider

January 2021 - Present