Evening Massage Therapy Instructor

Hand & Stone - 10 N Nansemond St - Richmond, VA; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free uniforms

Health insurance

Paid time off

Signing bonus

Training & development

Vision insurance

401(k)

Bonus based on performance

Company parties

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Job summary

H&S School of Massage in Richmond, VA is seeking a dedicated instructor to teach in-person lab and clinical sessions during weekday evenings. You will coach massage techniques, supervise student clinics, and mentor learners while tracking progress and preparing them for the MBLEx.

The role requires a Virginia massage therapy license in good standing, at least 3 years of professional massage experience, and teaching or mentoring experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Virginia massage therapy license in good standing.
• At least 3 years of professional massage therapy experience.
• Teaching, training or mentoring experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach in-person lab, practical and clinical sessions on weekday evenings.
• Demonstrate and coach massage techniques, body mechanics, draping, client communication and ethics.
• Supervise students in the student clinic and give feedback.
• Mentor students and build confidence and professional habits.
• Track attendance, hours and progress in the records system.
• Prepare students for the MBLEx.
• Suggest curriculum improvements.
• Keep classroom and treatment areas clean and professional.
• Coordinate with School Director on scheduling and student support.

Skills

Teaching experience

Excellent communication

Team player

Patient and encouraging

Education

Virginia massage therapy license

Tools

Online learning platform

Job description

Benefits:

• Free uniforms
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Signing bonus
• Training & development
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Bonus based on performance
• Company parties
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule

Are you a licensed massage therapist who loves sharing your skills? H&S School of Massage is a SCHEV-certified school in Richmond with a hybrid program: online coursework plus in-person lab, practical and clinical training. We're launching an evening class in March 2027 and are looking for a dedicated instructor to help our students build the skills and confidence to pass the MBLEx and start successful careers.

What you’ll do

• Teach in-person lab, practical and clinical sessions on weekday evenings, following the school's approved curriculum and syllabus.
• Demonstrate and coach massage techniques, body mechanics, draping, client communication and professional ethics.
• Supervise students in our student clinic and give clear, constructive feedback.
• Mentor students and help them build confidence and professional habits.
• Track attendance, practical hours and student progress in our student records system.
• Help prepare students for the MBLEx.
• Suggest improvements to the curriculum so it keeps meeting industry standards.
• Keep the classroom and treatment areas clean, safe and professional.
• Work with the School Director on scheduling, student support and program improvements.

What you bring

• A current Virginia massage therapy license in good standing.
• At least 3 years of professional massage therapy experience.
• Teaching, training or mentoring experience is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of Swedish and deep tissue techniques, anatomy and physiology, and ethics.
• A real enthusiasm for teaching and a patient, encouraging approach.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• A team player who works well with staff and colleagues.
• Commitment to keeping up with industry rules and teaching methods.
• Experience with an online learning platform is a plus.

Schedule and pay

• Monday-Friday evenings, 4:00-10:00 p.m., starting March 2027.
• $25-$30 per hour, depending on experience.
• Benefits include sick days, vacation and an employee discount.
• Work is in person in Richmond, VA.

This description isn't exhaustive and may change based on the school's needs.