Cosmetology Lab Assistant, College Laboratory Asst 1

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities

Winona (MN)

On-site

USD 29,000 - 40,000

Part time

14 days+

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Job summary

Minnesota State College Southeast is seeking a Cosmetology Lab Assistant to support faculty in the Cosmetology, Nail Technician, and Esthetician programs in the clinical salon at the Winona campus. This part-time, day-shift role involves guiding student skill development, ensuring safety, and assisting with demonstrations.

Qualified applicants will hold a Cosmetology credential, have teaching or tutoring experience, and be able to manage supplies and equipment.

Qualifications

Post-secondary certificate/diploma/degree or license in Cosmetology.
6 months teaching/tutoring cosmo at high school level or above.
2 years cosmetology work experience if no degree.
Equivalent combination of education and work experience.

Responsibilities

Live Minnesota State College Southeast Cosmetology's mission and values to support students and stakeholders.
Adhere to Cosmetology laws, rules, and statutes.
Provide orientation on tools, equipment, and materials.
Demonstrate safe use of lab tools and equipment for student safety.
Tutor students, answer questions, and suggest alternative methods.
Monitor student progress and proctor tests as requested by faculty.
Supervise student performance on a daily basis.
Ensure lab equipment safety and preparation.
Regularly inventory supplies and equipment on hand.
Discuss supply and equipment needs with instructors.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Lab safety

Tutoring

Education

Cosmetology credential

Teaching/tutoring exp.

Cosmetology work exp.

Equivalent education/experience

Job description

Telework Eligible: No

Working Title: Cosmetology Lab Assistant, College Laboratory Asst 1

Job Class: College Laboratory Assistant 1

Agency: Minnesota State

Job ID: 97179
Location: Winona
Telework Eligible: No
Full/Part Time: Part-Time
Regular/Temporary: Unlimited
Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted: 09/22/2026
Closing Date: 10/14/2026
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: MN St Colleges & Universities / RedWng/Winona TC Winona-AFSCME
Division/Unit: MnSCU Southeast Winona TC / MnSCU Southeast Winona TC Clas
Appointment Type: Limited, Part-time
Work Shift/Work Hours: Day hours - 16 hours/per week
Days of Work: Monday-Friday (3 days a week)
Travel Required: No
Salary Range: $21.26 - $29.28 / hourly
Classified Status: Classified
Bargaining Unit/Union: 207 - Technical/AFSCME
Work Area: Winona Campus
FLSA Status: Nonexempt
Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well‑being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

This position exists to provide support to the Cosmetology faculty directly related to learning, reinforcement, or guiding new technical skills to students in the Cosmetology, Nail Technician, and Esthetician programs in the clinical salon.

Responsibilities And Results

On a daily basis, live the mission, vision and values of Minnesota State College Southeast Cosmetology to ensure a positive experience for all students and stakeholders. Service to Minnesota State College Southeast Cosmetology students and stakeholders is a core component of the position and work responsibilities.
Adhere to Minnesota Board of Cosmetology Law and Rules regulations and statutes
Provide students or student groups’ orientation on tools, equipment, materials, or supplies.
Demonstrate the proper and safe use or necessary steps to complete a task when using lab tools, equipment, materials, or supplies to ensure student and client safety and avoid equipment mishandling.
Assist or tutor students in order to answer questions by providing examples to clarify the tasks, coaching the students on concepts or rules, suggesting alternative methods or techniques to problem solving.
Monitor student progress as requested by faculty by proctoring placement and progress tests, and observing students’ work.
Supervise student performance on a daily basis
Lab Equipment safety and preparation
Regularly inventory supplies and equipment on hand.
Discuss supply and equipment needs with instructor(s).
Ensure that sufficient quantities of supplies are available and prepared to perform proper skills for demonstrations, student practices, and tests.

Minimum Qualifications

Post‑secondary or industry certificate/diploma/degree or relevant licensure in Cosmetology, OR
6 months of teaching/tutoring experience in cosmetology at the high school level or above, OR
2 years of work experience in cosmetology where no degree/certificate/diploma/licensure is required, OR
An equivalent combination of education and work experience.

Preferred Qualifications

A Minnesota State Cosmetology Instructor's License is required for the position. If successful applicant does not possess a license, the successful applicant must acquire the license within 30 days of hire.
Customer service skills sufficient to actively listen to and understand customer needs and provide accurate information and appropriate alternatives in a timely, thorough, courteous, respectful, and professional manner.
Salon Manager’s License from Minnesota Board of Cosmetology Examiners or 3 or more years full‑time industry experience as a licensed cosmetologist.
Knowledge of:
- The particular subject matter presented within the college lab sufficient to respond to conceptual questions raised by students.
- Laboratory equipment sufficient to instruct others in its proper use and to perform routine maintenance.
- Lab practices, techniques and safety standards sufficient to determine the physical layout of a lab and to prepare various lab materials and experiments.
Ability to:
- Communicate orally with students and instructors through short lectures, demonstrations, or discussions.
- Develop and maintain lab records and reports.
- Observe the progress of the student and prepare written and verbal evaluations to the student's instructor.

Physical Requirements

Ability to physically perform and demonstrate program skills, the use of fine motor skills, and standing for long periods of time.
Ability to move supplies, lift and carry at least 15 lbs.

Benefits

Paid vacation and sick leave
12 paid holidays each year
Low‑cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
- Fertility care, including IVF
- Diabetes care
- Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children
6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children
Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)
Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death
Short‑term and long‑term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury
Tax‑free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well‑being

Support to help you reach your career goals:

Training, classes, and professional development
Tuition reimbursement
Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.gov)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support:

A voluntary confidential program that helps employees and their families with life challenges that may impact overall health, personal well‑being, or job performance
Common sources of stress can be addressed through the EAP: mental health, relationship challenges (personal and work), grief and loss, finances, and legal issues
Daily Living/Convenience Services: Chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care

Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies

based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.

Other Information

Employment information for this position can be found in its collective bargaining agreement or its plan document at http://mn.gov/mmb/employee-relations/labor-relations/Labor/.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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 actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

About Minnesota State

Minnesota State College Southeast is an open‑access, public, not‑for‑profit comprehensive technical and community college. Our campuses are located in the historic river towns of Red Wing and Winona, set sixty miles apart along the Mississippi. The two campuses have distinctive characteristics but are one college in structure, policies, procedures, and mission.

Working together to improve the state we love.