Adjunct Instructor - Cosmetology of Wilkes Campus

Wilkes Community College; Wilkesboro (NC); On-site; USD 20,664 - 36,341; Part time

Job summary

Wilkes Community College is seeking an Adjunct Instructor for the Cosmetology program at the Wilkes Campus. The role involves teaching a range of cosmetology courses, maintaining student records, and supporting program goals through professional development and committee work.

Required credentials include current NC State Board of Cosmetic Arts license and an Instructor License from the NC Board of Cosmetic Art Examiners.

Qualifications

• Current North Carolina State Board of Cosmetic Arts license is required.
• An Instructor License issued by the NC Board of Cosmetic Art Examiners is required.

Responsibilities

• Teach cosmetology courses including basic and advanced hairstyling, salon management, cosmetician science, nail technology, esthetics, instructor training, and fashion concepts.
• Model student expectations and professional behavior.
• Assist coordinator with salon retail operations, payments, deposits, and supply management.
• Enforce NC Board of Cosmetic Arts safety regulations.
• Contribute to curriculum improvements through assessments and development.
• Facilitate theory classes and safety and infection control instruction.
• Provide practical demonstration and instruction.
• Maintain student records (practice, grades, evaluations, attendance).
• Maintain a secure testing environment and inventory of supplies and equipment.
• Travel to local high schools and community events to present the program.
• Facilitate high-school theory, practice, and evaluations.
• Evaluate student progress and support curriculum improvements.
• Assist with state board test instruction and mock testing.
• Ensure procedures follow evaluation plans.

Education

North Carolina State Board of Cosmetic Arts license

Instructor License issued by NC Board of Cosmetic Art Examiners

Job description

Adjunct Instructor - Cosmetology of Wilkes Campus

Application Instructions: Applicants must complete the Wilkes Community College online application process which includes a cover letter, a resume, three professional references, and unofficial college transcripts (if hired, official transcripts will be required).

Contact: Tonya Watson, [e-mail], [phone].

Job Description

An instructor’s primary responsibility is to maintain excellence in instructing students in the cosmetology program to attain student learning outcomes. In addition to primary responsibilities, instructors will complete classroom administrative duties and support the goals of WCC through committee service and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in the cosmetology program, including basic and advanced hairstyling, salon management, cosmetician science, nail technology, esthetics, instructor training, and fashion concepts.
• Model student expectations such as effective communication, dependability, critical thinking, positive customer service, and leadership.
• Assist the coordinator with salon retail operations, including payment transactions, deposits, and supply management.
• Enforce safety regulations and North Carolina Board of Cosmetic Arts policies.
• Support the college’s commitment to enhancing student learning by encouraging critical thinking skills through professional development activities.
• Facilitate scheduled theory classes and safety and infection control instruction.
• Provide practical demonstration and instruction.
• Maintain student records, including practice completion, grades, evaluations, and attendance.
• Maintain a secure testing environment and inventory of supplies and equipment.
• Travel to local high schools and community events to present the program.
• Facilitate high‑school theory, practice, and evaluations.
• Evaluate students’ learning progress and contribute to curriculum improvements.
• Assist the coordinator with state board test instruction and mock testing.
• Ensure all procedures are completed safely and according to evaluation plans.
• Maintain a clean working environment and attend scheduled professional development activities.
• Maintain current knowledge of NC Board of Cosmetic Arts rules and regulations.

Required Qualifications

• Current North Carolina State Board of Cosmetic Arts license.
• Instructor License issued by the NC Board of Cosmetic Art Examiners (for more information visit https://www.nccosmeticarts.com).

Preferred Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience as a licensed cosmetologist.
• Prior classroom teaching experience.

Physical Demands

Work is performed primarily under general supervision in an office or classroom with appropriate climate controls. Travel, early morning, evening, and weekend work may be required.

Essential functions: lifting, manual dexterity, communication, ability to sit/stand for long periods, mobility between classrooms and buildings, expression of ideas, good eye/hand coordination.

Light work: lifting or carrying up to 10 pounds, frequent lifting up to 20 pounds, walking, standing, and some pushing/pulling of arms or legs.

Mental application: utilizes memory for details and content, verbal instructions, emotional stability, critical thinking, adaptability, and creative problem-solving skills.

Salary Grade

$15 per hour without instructor course, $26.38 per hour for Associates Degree.