Associate Instructor, Evening Barbering Clks

Tennessee Board of Regents; Clarksville (TN); On-site; USD 51,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Grant-funded position

Job summary

The Tennessee College of Applied Technology - Dickson is seeking an Associate Instructor for the Evening Barbering Program at our Clarksville Campus. This full‑time position focuses on both theory and hands-on barbering instruction, delivering a complete, progressive course with detailed lesson plans and student assessments.

Ideal candidates hold a high school diploma, Barbering or Cosmetology instructor licensure, and at least three years of related experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical barbering diploma preferred.
• Active Barbering Instructor license OR active Cosmetology Instructor license with willingness to obtain Barbering Instructor license.
• Minimum of three years of full-time Barbering experience with instructor license OR Cosmetologist with instructor license OR Master Barber with ability to obtain instructor license.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized theory and hands-on instruction in barbering.
• Develop and implement a progressive course of study with lesson plans and instructional aids.
• Monitor and evaluate student progress and maintain records.
• Assist with recruitment, placement, and follow-up of students.
• Maintain good relations with industry and advisory committees.
• In-person instruction, Monday–Friday, 1:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.; class 2:45 p.m. to 9:15 p.m.

Skills

Organization

Communication

Public relations

Computer skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma

Technical Barbering diploma

Tools

Student records system

Barbering equipment

Job description

The Tennessee College of Applied Technology - Dickson is accepting applications for the full-time position of Associate Instructor in the Evening Barbering Program at our Clarksville Campus. This is a grant-funded position.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical diploma from accredited Barbering program preferred.
• Active Tennessee Barbering Instructor license OR active Tennessee Cosmetology Instructor license and willingness/ability to successfully complete a 300-hour Barber training program and obtain Barbering Instructor license.
• Minimum of three years of full-time Barbering experience with Barbering Instructor license OR three years of full-time Cosmetologist experience with active Cosmetology Instructor license OR three years of full-time Master Barber experience and willingness/ability to successfully complete a 300-hour Barber Instructor training program and obtain Barbering Instructor license.
• Teaching, training or management experience preferred.
• Must possess a high degree of knowledge in all areas of the instructional field.
• Must commit to remain licensed and maintain program accreditation(s).

SKILLS

• Must possess the organization and communication skills necessary to be an effective teacher and interact with all students.
• Must show evidence of good character, organizational skills, and mature attitude.
• Must be willing to remain current in the Barbering profession.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees.
• Computer skills required.

GENERAL DUTIES

The Evening Barbering Associate Instructor is responsible for providing individualized theory and hands‑on instruction to prepare students for employment as Barbers. The Barbering Associate Instructor will develop, plan, and prepare a complete and progressive course of study including lesson plans, assignments, and instructional aides; monitor, grade and evaluate individual student progress; enter and maintain student records on a regular basis in the college’s student records management system; assist with recruitment, placement, and follow‑up of students; and other duties as assigned. This position must also maintain good public relations with business and industry, maintain an active advisory committee and cooperate with outside agencies. This is not a remote position; all instruction is delivered in‑person. Scheduled work hours are Monday through Friday from 1:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Class schedule is Monday through Friday from 2:45 p.m. to 9:15 p.m. This is a grant‑funded position.

SALARY

$51,149-$61,379 per year ($26.23-$31.47 per hour). Commensurate with Tennessee Colleges of Applied Technology salary guidelines and directly related experience.

Applications received by September 1, 2026, will be assured full consideration.

EMPLOYMENT DOCUMENTS

Current federal law requires identification and eligibility verification prior to employment. Only U.S. citizens and aliens authorized to work in the United States may be employed. A criminal/financial background check will be required for applicant selected.

TCAT Dickson does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity or national origin, sex, disability, age, status as a protected veteran or any other class protected by Federal or State laws and regulations and by the Tennessee Board of Regents policies with respect to employment, programs and activities. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies: Corey Choate, Vice President of Operations, [e-mail], 740 Hwy 46 S, Dickson, TN 37055, 615-441-6220. The TCAT Dickson policy on nondiscrimination can be found at https://www.tcatdickson.edu/about/non-discrimination-statement. 8/25/26