Adjunct Instructor- Cosmetology/Barber Program

WEATHERFORD COLLEGE; Weatherford (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

WEATHERFORD COLLEGE is seeking part-time faculty for an Adjunct - Cosmetology position at their Weatherford Campus. Responsibilities include teaching courses, mentoring students, and maintaining a learning environment in various formats. Candidates must have a minimum of five years of salon experience and three years of teaching experience, alongside a valid Cosmetology Instructor license.

The college emphasizes continuous recruitment for this role, allowing applicants to be considered for potential openings throughout the academic year. Application requirements include transcripts and proof of licenses.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of salon experience required.
• Minimum three years instructor experience required.
• Current Cosmetology Instructors license is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in Cosmetology.
• Assess student performance and provide feedback.
• Maintain current license status.

Skills

Cosmetology expertise

Teaching experience

Salon operations

SHEARS and TDLR knowledge

Education

Associate degree or higher in Cosmetology

Licensed Cosmetology Instructor

Tools

SHEARS

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

This position is designated as a security sensitive position and requires a satisfactory criminal history background check.

Males between the ages of 18 through 25 must be properly registered with the Selective Service System to be eligible for employment.

Weatherford College is an Equal Opportunity institution that provides educational and employment opportunities on the basis of merit and without discrimination regardless of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation or gender identity.

Position Information

Requisition Number P0025914

Open Date 06/15/2026

Close Date Open Until Filled No

Campus Weatherford Campus [10]

Faculty Type Part-time

Job Type Part-time Faculty

Title Adjunct - Cosmetology

Term 12-month

Grant Funded No

Position Summary

Weatherford College occasionally has openings for adjunct instructors. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply for this continuous recruitment adjunct faculty position within the department. Applying for an adjunct appointment adds the applicant to a pool which is available to the departmental search committee for consideration in case a need arises for the academic year. When an opening occurs, the hiring manager will draw from the pool of applicants on an as needed basis. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Primary duties of adjunct faculty include teaching courses in the approved discipline, providing instruction to facilitate student acquisition of the specific learning outcomes identified for the assigned courses, as well as mentoring students in and outside of the classroom. The adjunct faculty member creates and maintains an effective learning environment in the modalities of the courses assigned, be they face-to-face, hybrid, online, or within the context of dual credit instruction. All faculty members are expected to maintain familiarity with and adhere to College policies and procedures.

Faculty are expected to provide instruction in both traditional and non-traditional learning modes and engage in instructional preparation. Provide timely feedback to students and respond to student communications in a timely manner. Assess student performance, including submission of final grades in a timely fashion. Maintain ethical and professional behavior. Be available to students by appointment. Attend adjunct faculty meetings. Assess courses on departmental and institutional levels. Complete any required training. Other related duties, as assigned.

Applicants are required to maintain current license status. Applicant is required to stay up to date with TDLR Administrative rules, regulations and laws.

Required Education

All faculty members must possess minimum Southern Association of Colleges and Schools credential standards for faculty teaching courses designed for workforce certificate or degree completion. These standards include an appropriate academic degree and demonstrated competencies in the teaching discipline. Transcripts, certificates, and/or license must be submitted with application.

Associate degree and/or 2-5 years work experience in the field of study; Bachelor’s degree and/or 6-10 years work experience in the field of study and/or credentialed in the field of study; Master’s degree and/or 11-15 years work experience in the field of study and/or credentialed in the field of study; Doctorate degree and/or 16+ years work experience in the field of study and/or credentialed in the field of study.

Required Experience

All Applicants must provide current Cosmetology Instructors license. Minimum five years of salon experience required. Minimum three years instructor experience required. Must have experience with SHEARS, online services and TDLR. Must be experienced in everyday operations within the salon as well as the classroom. Copies of certificates/license must be submitted with application.

Special Instructions to Applicants

This position is designated as a security sensitive position and requires a satisfactory criminal history background check.

Males between the ages of 18 through 25 must be properly registered with the Selective Service System to be eligible for employment.

Weatherford College is an Equal Opportunity institution that provides educational and employment opportunities on the basis of merit and without discrimination regardless of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation or gender identity.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
  • Weatherford College website
  • Higheredjobs.com
  • Fort Worth Star Telegram
  • CareerBuilder.com
  • Weatherford Democrat
  • Mineral Wells Index
  • Denton Record Chronicle
  • Wise County Messenger
  • Weatherford College employee
  • Friend
  • Other
• * Do you qualify for Veteran's Employment Preference per Chapter 657 of the Texas Government Code?
  • Yes
  • No

Required Documents

• Resume/vitae
• Certifications/Licenses
• Cover Letter

Optional Documents

• Other
• Transcript 1
• Transcript 2
• Letter of Recommendation 1
• Letter of Recommendation 2

Weatherford College is an Equal Opportunity College. Weatherford College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, national origin, religion, disability, age, veteran status or genetic information in educational programs, activities, admission or employment practices.