Instructor, Barber/Cosmetology (Part-time)

Milwaukee Area Technical College; Oak Creek (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 96,000; Part time

Job summary

Milwaukee Area Technical College (MATC) invites applications for a part-time faculty pool in cosmetology education. Responsibilities include delivering in-person, online, or hybrid instruction, managing labs, and maintaining curriculum relevance.

Candidates should have a Wisconsin instructor credential and a cosmetology license with substantial teaching or industry experience. Assignments vary by semester across day, evening, or weekend slots in Wisconsin, with compensation per course hour and

Qualifications

• Requires: Associate degree or higher in any field or educational equivalency.
• Must have a minimum of 5 years of full-time or equivalent (10,000 hours) experience as a licensed cosmetologist.
• Two additional criteria: 3 years related work in last 5 years, or 2 years teaching barbering/cosmetology at post-secondary level in last 5 years.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver instruction per curriculum guidelines.
• Manage classroom and lab environments to support learning.
• Develop, monitor, and revise curriculum for relevance and effectiveness.
• Assess student performance and provide feedback.
• Advise students on academic matters and career paths.
• Collaborate with advisory committees, colleagues, and industry partners.
• Participate in departmental and institutional meetings and planning.
• Promote programs and recruit students; support retention initiatives.
• Support student organizations and activities.
• Engage with business and industry partners for opportunities and program growth.
• Complete program evaluations and engage in professional development.

Skills

Teaching

Student Advising

Curriculum Development

Classroom Management

Collaboration

Education

Associate degree or higher

Wisconsin Barbering/Cosmetology Instructor Certificate

Wisconsin Barber/Cosmetologist license

Tools

Blackboard

INFOnline

Technology-based Instruction

Job description

Milwaukee Area Technical College (MATC) is Wisconsin's largest and most diverse technical college, offering 170+ high-quality programs that connect students to a career in as little as one to two years. The college also offers a less expensive path to a four-year degree. MATC is transforming lives, industry and our community by preparing students today for the careers of tomorrow. Together, we are meeting the needs of the community we share and are focused on students with the greatest needs. We are seeking passionate individuals to join our team who shares the same passion in serving this purpose. Learn more about MATC at www.matc.edu.

Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities

• Instructional Delivery: Prepare and deliver engaging instruction in accordance with established curriculum guidelines.
• Classroom/Laboratory Management: Manage classroom/laboratory environments to ensure a conducive learning atmosphere.
• Curriculum Development and Design: Develop, monitor, and revise curriculum to maintain course effectiveness and relevance.
• Resource Management: Manage equipment, supplies, and materials necessary for instructional activities.
• Student Assessment: Assess student performance and provide constructive feedback to support their academic growth.
• Student Advising: Advise students on academic matters and provide guidance to support their educational journey.
• Collaboration: Collaborate with advisory committees, colleagues, and industry partners to enhance program effectiveness.
• Meeting Participation: Attend departmental and institutional meetings to contribute to academic planning and decision-making.
• Promotion and Recruitment: Promote educational programs, participate in student recruitment efforts, and support initiatives to retain students.
• Student Support: Support student organizations and activities to enrich their educational experience.
• Industry Engagement: Develop and maintain relationships with business and industry partners to facilitate student opportunities and program growth.
• Evaluation and Professional Development: Complete program evaluations, engage in continuous professional development, and stay current in the field.
• Additional Duties: Perform other related duties as assigned to support the overall mission and objectives of the institution.

Qualifications

Educational requirements Associate degree or higher in any field or educational equivalency*
Occupational experience Must have a minimum of 5 years of full time or equivalent (10,000 hours) experience as a licensed cosmetologist.
In addition one of the following must be met:

1. At least 3 years of related work experience in the last 5 years, or
2. Two years of teaching barbering or cosmetology coursework at the post‑secondary level within the last 5 years at an accredited school of Barbering and/or Cosmetology

Certification & License:

• State of Wisconsin Barbering Instructor Certificate or State of Wisconsin Cosmetology Instructor Certificate.
• Must have a valid State of Wisconsin Barber or Cosmetologist license.

Standards of Teaching Excellence Understanding Students and Fostering Student Success, Classroom Management, Planning/Organization, Content Mastery and Currency, Teaching Methodology, and Assessment of Student Learning Professional Contributions

Essential Supportive Technology Experience with or willingness to learn the following supportive technologies:

• Online Information Management Systems - Experience with INFOnline or other online information management systems used for student advising, student programs, grading, class schedules and rosters
• Blackboard - Experience with Blackboard or other web‑based course‑management systems
• Technology-based Instruction - Experience with technology-based instructional delivery systems including SMART symposium, interactive touch screen monitors, LCD projectors, DVD players and/or other classroom technology
• Emerging Technologies - Experience with emerging technologies (eg. social networking applications)

Supplemental Information

This is a part‑time faculty pool position. We are seeking candidates with flexibility to teach assignments to include any combination of the following:

• Instructional Modality: In‑person, online, and/or hybrid.
• Teaching Times: Daytime, evening, and/or weekend classes.

Assignments are temporary, not guaranteed, can vary in hours/days, and will depend entirely on course availability and department needs each semester. All work must be performed in the state of Wisconsin.

Salary The hourly wage for all part‑time faculty is $40 per course hour of teaching. Part‑time faculty are also compensated for an additional 45 minutes of time for each hour of instruction to cover office hours and prep time which is equivalent to $70 per hour. This starting hourly wage of $40 an hour is non‑negotiable.

EEO

Milwaukee Area Technical College will not discriminate against any employee, applicant for employment, student, or applicant for admission on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, creed, religion, political affiliation, marital status, parental status, pregnancy, disability, age, membership in any reserve component of the armed forces, union affiliation, arrest and conviction record, or any other protected category under applicable local, state or federal law.

Milwaukee Area Technical College is an Equal Opportunity/Access Educator. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and need special accommodation for the application process, please contact our office at 414‑297‑6529 (Wisconsin Relay System: 711) or email [e-mail].