Cosmetologist

IntelliTec College - Grand Junction; Colorado; On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

HSA with company matching

401(k) with company match

Long-term disability

Life insurance

Job summary

IntelliTec College in Grand Junction, CO is seeking a dedicated Cosmetology Instructor to bring real-world salon experience into the classroom and mentor students. The role focuses on delivering established curriculum, maintaining a professional learning environment, and guiding students through assignments, attendance, and safety procedures.

No teaching experience is required—we will train you. The position offers a supportive, growth-oriented workplace and opportunities for ongoing

Qualifications

• Cosmetology license in the field to teach
• 3+ years of cosmetology experience (minimum 4,000 hours)
• Ability to train, mentor, and manage students
• Willingness to train with no prior teaching experience

Responsibilities

• Deliver established curriculum to students in a professional manner
• Instruct and assess student assignments and attendance
• Ensure safety policies are followed in the classroom and salon area
• Maintain classroom professionalism and coaching on student conduct
• Manage classroom activities including lectures, labs, and student support
• Record attendance and grades in student files and databases

Skills

Cosmetology

Classroom management

Curriculum delivery

Student mentorship

Education

Cosmetology license

Cosmetology program

Job description

Job Description

IntelliTec College

Grand Junction, Colorado

No teaching experience necessary; we will train you!

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Cosmetology Instructor to join our team and help shape the future of the beauty industry. In this role, you will bring your real-world salon experience into the classroom, combining technical expertise with a passion for teaching, mentorship, and student success.

What is it like to work at IntelliTec College? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8o76FXsIBxM

Benefits:

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you personally and professionally, including:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with company matching up to $187 monthly
• 401(k) retirement plan with annual company match (based on company performance)
• Company-paid long-term disability (LTD) coverage
• Company-paid life insurance

What We Offer:

• Supportive and growth-focused work environment
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on students’ careers
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities

Job Summary:

The Instructor is responsible for delivering established curriculum to students in a professional and proficient manner. This position also assigns and grades assignments, inputs attendance records, and ensures an effective learning environment through classroom management.

Essential Duties:

• Prepare for and instruct established and approved curriculum and lesson plans to students in a professional manner
• Review and discuss syllabi requirements at the start of each term with students
• Answer all student questions as they arise to ensure student understanding and completion of material
• Ensure students are aware of safety policies and monitor for correct procedures
• Maintain professionalism within the classroom and coach students on their professionalism
• Manage and resolve student issues in the classroom as necessary
• Manage all classroom activity including lecturing, student assistance, and lab instruction
• Ensure students are attending class and arriving on time, and resolve attendance issues as needed
• Record student attendance, grades, and all student interactions in student files and on database in a timely manner
• Collect all outside work from 25% of the students in a class to meet ACCSC requirements
• Attend weekly and annual trainings to maintain currency in the field and continual improvement of personal teaching strategies
• Work closely with the Program Supervisor to manage student issues that could potentially lead to low retention rates
• Advise students on issues affecting their education and provide guidance as needed
• Setup lab area for daily instructional activities including equipment setup
• Recognize need for and initiate student support plans, warning, and tutoring as needed
• Assist in the maintenance of quality equipment and tools for program use
• Ensure safety of clients and students on salon floor and resolve issues and/or report them to program supervisor as needed

Secondary Duties:

• Maintain industry-specific community relations in order to secure guest speakers and assist students in gaining employment
• Other duties as assigned

Working Hours

Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM or 10:30 AM – 7:00

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: Successful completion of an educational Cosmetology or related program

Experience: 3+ years (minimum 4,000 hours) of experience in Cosmetology or related field

License(s)/Certification(s): Active Cosmetology-related license within the field(s) the position is required to teach