Esthetics Instructor

Lamar-Institute-of-Technology; Center (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Lamar Institute of Technology seeks an Instructor of Esthetics to deliver high‑quality instruction to students in the Esthetics program, including dual enrollment students, across on‑campus and alternate locations in Center, Texas. The role requires maintaining office hours, teaching hybrid/online courses, and assisting in curriculum development.

Responsibilities include actively engaging learners, upholding ethical professional standards, coordinating with advisory committees, attending

Qualifications

• Valid Esthetician license.
• 1–3 years of work experience in cosmetology/esthetics.
• Knowledge of teaching methodologies/pedagogical strategies.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work well in a team.
• Good time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Actively engage students in the learning process.
• Maintain ethical and professional behavior.
• Maintain knowledge of TSUS and LIT policies.
• Engage in college service (advising, tutoring, recruiting).
• Teach classes during fall and spring semesters (day/evening/weekend/online).
• Provide mentorship to dual credit partners/mentees.
• Attend Teaching and Learning Center sessions to enhance teaching skills.
• Stay current with national matters and trends in education.
• Participate in curriculum development as needed.
• Perform other related duties.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Teamwork

Time management

Teaching methodologies

Education

Associate degree in Cosmetology/Esthetics

Job description

The Instructor of Esthetics' responsibilities include, but are not limited to, providing instruction for students enrolled in the Esthetics program, including dual enrolled high school students. This individual is also responsible for maintaining office hours; and teaching extended day classes, and hybrid/online courses, as required, both on campus and at alternate locations. This individual helps coordinate and attend advisory committee meetings; attends workshops, seminars, and conferences to upgrade teaching skills; assists in the development of curriculum, as needed; and maintain program computer labs. All LIT faculty are responsible for recruitment and retention as a part of achieving the Institute's Shared Vision of Growth and Excellence.

• Actively engage students in the learning process
• Maintain ethical and professional behavior
• Maintain knowledge of and adherence to the policies and procedures contained in the TSUS and LIT Policies and Procedures Manual
• Participate in college service, which includes but is not limited to, committee work, advising and/or tutoring students, and recruiting
• Teach classes during the fall and spring semesters as required by the department (might include day, evening, weekend, and Early College High School/dual credit); including online courses
• Provide mentorship to dual credit partners/mentees
• Attend Teaching and Learning Center sessions to enhance teaching skills
• Stay abreast of national matters and trends in education
• Participate in assessment activities for the LIT Core Curriculum
• Assist in the development of curriculum as needed
• Perform other related duties, as required

Minimum Qualifications:

• A valid Esthetician license
• One to three years of work experience in the cosmetology/esthetics field
• Knowledge of teaching methodologies/pedagogical strategies
• Possess good verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work well in a team environment
• Possess good time management skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• An Associate degree in Cosmetology/Esthetics or related field from a regionally accredited college
• Related field and/or industry certifications

Physical Requirements:

This position requires the ability to: remain in a stationary position for most of the time; occasionally move about inside an office to access documents, office equipment, etc.; constantly operate a computer or other office equipment, such as a printer or copy machine.