Adjunct Cosmetology Instructor

mnstate.edu; Austin, Northern (MN, KY); Hybrid; USD 44,000 - 102,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Low-cost insurance

Paid holidays

Pension plan options

Professional development

Job summary

Riverland Community College seeks an Adjunct Cosmetology Instructor for the Austin Campus. The part-time position involves teaching in a traditional classroom and lab format, with duties including instructional planning, delivering lessons, and assessing student outcomes.

The candidate must hold a cosmetology diploma and valid instructor license; experience preferred. The role requires collaboration in department activities and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Diploma in cosmetology is required.
• Experience with teaching in cosmetology or related field preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to assess student learning outcomes and adapt instruction.

Responsibilities

• Instructional planning and delivery.
• Teaching and facilitating student learning.
• Curriculum planning and development.
• Assessment of student performance.
• Classroom management.
• Maintenance of professional skills and credentials.
• Participation in department meetings, coordination activities, and college-wide committees.

Skills

Instructional planning

Curriculum development

Student assessment

Classroom management

Professional development

Meeting participation

Education

Cosmetology diploma

Job description

Position Details

• Working Title: Adjunct Cosmetology Instructor
• Institution: Riverland Community College
• Classification Title: Community College Faculty
• Bargaining Unit / Union: 218: Non-Unit
• City: Austin
• FLSA: Job Exempt
• Full Time / Part Time: Part time
• Employment Condition: Unclassified - Limited Academic (Fixed Term)
• Salary Range: $44,359.00 - $101,620.00

Job Title and Location

We are seeking an instructor dedicated to excellence in teaching who desires to make a difference in the lives of our students. This teaching assignment is located on the Austin Campus. The instructor will be assigned to teach in a traditional classroom and lab format.

Candidate Responsibilities

• Instructional planning and delivery
• Teaching and facilitating student learning
• Curriculum planning and development
• Assessment of student performance
• Classroom management
• Maintenance of professional skills and credentials
• Participation in department meetings, coordination activities, and college-wide committees

The candidate must be able to work cooperatively with faculty and staff, demonstrate knowledge of and experience in assessing student learning outcomes, participate in department meetings and college-wide committees, and maintain ongoing professional development activities.

Work Shift

Part-time; varies based on student need

Telework: No

Salary Information

Part-time faculty members are paid by number of credits taught each semester, and the amount per credit ranges from $775.00-$2,396.43 (depending on education and experience).

Minimum Qualifications

• Diploma in cosmetology

Occupational Experience Requirement

• Four full-time years (or equivalent) of verified related paid work experience as a cosmetologist

Recency Requirement

• One year of this work experience shall be within the five years immediately preceding the date of application for the credential field.
• The recency requirement shall be waived if the individual has two years of successful full-time (or equivalent) postsecondary teaching experience in the credential field within the last five years.

Professional Requirement

• Cosmetology instructor license from the Minnesota Board of Cosmetology Examiners

Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual/multilingual fluent in Spanish, Karen, Karenni, Somali, Pohnpeian, French, Nuer, Anuak, or other languages that reflect our student body, workforce, and communities.
• Demonstrated experience working with multicultural and underserved populations.

Benefits Information

• Low-cost medical and dental insurance with affordable deductibles
• Employer-paid life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability
• Pre-tax healthcare and dependent care accounts with a roll-over option
• Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health, legal, and financial counseling
• 12 paid holidays
• Generous vacation and sick time
• Six weeks of Paid Parental Leave
• Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement accounts
• Investment options
• Dedicated professional development and tuition waivers for both employees and dependents

Please note that specific benefit eligibility and coverage levels may vary depending on the type of position, employee classification, and collective bargaining agreements.

Start and Closing Dates

• Desired Start Date: 09-17-2026
• Position End Date: Open
• Open Date: 08-28-2026
• Close Date: 06-30-2027

Equality and Diversity Statement

Minnesota State is an equal opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status. All applicants must be able to lawfully accept employment in the United States. Diverse Workforce Information: Connect 700 and Veteran's Preference Minnesota State Colleges and Universities are military friendly campuses and recognized Beyond the Yellow Ribbon organizations. Beyond the Yellow Ribbon is a comprehensive community and corporate support network that connects and coordinates agencies, organizations, and resources to the veterans, service members, and families.