Dog Grooming Instructor-Part-time (Community and Continuing Education)

Moraine Valley; Palos Hills (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

Moraine Valley Community College – Community and Continuing Education seeks a Dog Grooming Instructor to teach non-credit courses for continuing learners.

The instructor will provide hands-on instruction in grooming techniques, breed-specific styling, safety, sanitation, equipment use, and customer service while creating an engaging learning environment.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of professional dog grooming experience.
• Must own a grooming facility with appropriate licensure/insurance.
• Demonstrated expertise in grooming techniques and animal handling.
• Previous teaching, training, coaching, or instructional experience required.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to develop lesson plans and provide hands-on demonstrations.

Responsibilities

• Teach non-credit dog grooming courses for continuing learners.
• Provide hands-on instruction in grooming techniques.
• Cover breed-specific styling, safety, and sanitation.
• Incorporate equipment use and customer service into lessons.
• Create an engaging learning environment.

Skills

Dog grooming

Teaching experience

Communication skills

Animal handling

Job description

Job Title:

Dog Grooming Instructor-Part-time (Community and Continuing Education)

Position Type:

Faculty

Department:

Community Education

Work Location:

ALL SITES

Duties:

Part-time, non-credit Continuing Education instructor
Moraine Valley Community College – Community and Continuing Education is seeking an experienced Dog Grooming Instructor to teach non-credit courses for continuing learners. The instructor will provide hands-on instruction in grooming techniques, breed-specific styling, safety, sanitation, equipment use, and customer service while creating an engaging learning environment.

Education/Experience:

• Minimum of 3-5 years of professional dog grooming experience.
• Must own a grooming facility for hands on learning with appropriate licensure/insurance.
• Demonstrated expertise in grooming techniques and animal handling.
• Previous teaching, training, coaching, or instructional experience required.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to develop lesson plans and provide hands-on demonstrations.

Please include a history of qualifications in the field that you are applying to, industry related references should accompany the resume.

Qualifications:

Experience in the classroom or teaching setting, ability to teach diverse learners in the topic.
Demonstrate a shared value in the college’s core mission and vision.

Position Status:

Part Time Temporary

Hours:

Evening and/or weekend classes based on enrollment and program needs. Instructors can create their own schedule

Salary/Wage:

$40–$60 per hour

Hourly/Salary:

Hourly

Benefits:

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