Instructor, Cosmetology

Caldwell Community College & Technical Institute; Hickory (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Caldwell Community College & Technical Institute invites applications for an Instructor, Cosmetology. The candidate will plan and deliver accessible, quality instruction across classroom, lab, clinical, and distance settings while maintaining records and advising students.

The role requires a cosmetology diploma, NC instructor license, and three years of experience. Full-time, on-site position with professional development and college-wide collaboration.”

Qualifications

• Three years of cosmetology experience.
• Prior post-secondary teaching preferred.
• Diploma in Cosmetology or closely related field; current cosmetology license; NC instructor license.

Responsibilities

• Plans and delivers accessible, quality cosmetology instruction.
• Instructs 15–22 contact hours per semester.
• Maintains office hours and timely assessment records.
• Advises students on academics and career pathways.
• Develops/courses and revises content as needed.

Skills

Cosmetology industry experience

Student advisement

Curriculum delivery

Education

Cosmetology diploma

Tools

Cosmetology license

Cosmetology instructor license (NC)

Job description

Instructor, Cosmetology

Salary
$4,936.00 - $5,669.00 Monthly

Description

Instructor, Cosmetology provides accessible, quality learning experiences within the classroom, laboratory, clinical, and/or distance learning settings; facilitates the learning process to help students be successful; provides accurate, quality academic and career advisement for students; seeks professional development opportunities to implement best practices in teaching within their discipline area; maintains office hours according to institutional policy; completes required course assessments and documentation in an accurate and timely manner; attends college meetings, student activities, institutional functions; and contributes to the development of curriculum courses and programs.

Examples of Duties

Job Duties:

Essential responsibilities and other duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

Essential Functions:

• Plansanddeliversaccessible, quality instructionthatenhancesstudent learningandensures students understandingof courseoutcomes.

• Instructs 15-22 contact hours, in either curriculum, non-curriculum, or business and industry, each semester; preparesobjectives, assignments,assessments,instructional and supplemental materials,grading standards,andattendance policiesin accordance with college and department policies; developscourse syllabito be distributed;keeps online courses regularly updated;andbegins and ends class as scheduled.

• Ensures the classroom environment(seated, online, or hybrid)is appropriate for all student learners.

• Ensures availability for all students, in the classroom and through distance learning, by maintaining established office hours, offering availability by appointment, and by responding to electronic communication in an appropriate, timely manner.

• Maintains and completes accurate records of student attendance andgradesas indicated by institutionalpolicy, andsubmits all final reports in an accurate and timely manner.

• Remains knowledgeable with program and/or transfer requirements to deliver accurate, quality academic and career advising to students.

• Develops new courses and/or revises course content and outcomes inareaas needed; recommendsappropriate coursetextbooks, supplies, software, and equipment; provides input into the development of the programs course sequence and the course schedule.

• Participates in institutional effectiveness processes, including program review, courseoutcome assessment,and grants; contributes to the development of the divisions plans of action as needed.

• Participates in the academic programsrecruitment and retentionefforts; reviews and provides recommendations fortheprogram publications, webpage, publicity,and other community relations activitiesand events.

• Collaborates with colleaguesto ensure quality instructionand the successful implementation of department, division, or college-wide goals.

• Supports collaborationwith other divisions and departments toaligncomprehensive credit and non-credit courses and programswhere appropriate.

• Attendsworkshops,seminars,and conferences; makes presentations to outside agencies as a representative of the college;researchesand implementsbest practicesinteaching inthe assigned areaof study; participatesin twenty(20) hours ofprofessional development activitieseach academic year,includingrequired employee trainingoffered by the college.

• Mentorspart-time instructors toensure quality instruction, assisting with measuringcourse outcomes,developingoutlinesand assessments, and completingforms, grades, and attendance reports,ifneeded.

• Actively supportsthecollegesinitiatives of retention, progression, and completion, leadingtothe success of all studentlearners.

• Supports the mission, vision, and values of the collegeby adhering to all policies, procedures, and faculty guidelines.

Marginal Functions:

• Serves onstanding and ad hoccommittees andfocusgroups;researchesand developsrecommendations related to academic and instructional programs; maintains contacts with business, industry, and professional organizations for the purpose of keeping instructional programs current.

• Participatesin the development and delivery of public information efforts; supports college functions and cultural activities.

• Assists withinventory of programmatic equipment;assumes responsibility for labs and other facilities designated primarily for the assigned program.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

This position description covers the most essential functions and duties associated with this position. The President or appropriate supervisory personnel mayassign additional duties. The college reserves the right to alter duties, responsibilities, conditions, working hours, and job title with or without notice.

Qualifications and Working Conditions

Knowledge of:

• Principles and procedures of record keeping.

• Principles and techniques involved inassessment.

• Safe work practices and procedures.

• Operational characteristics of equipment and tools used in the area of work assigned.

• The mission, goals and objectives of CCC&TI.

• Current trends, research and development in the area of assignment.

• Pertinent federal, state and local laws, codes and regulations.

Ability to:

• Interpret and apply college and assigned division goals, objectives, policies, procedures, rules and regulations.

• Contribute to the teaching and learning of mission, goals and objectives which complement those of the college.

• Interpret and apply Federal, State and local policies, laws, and regulations.

• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

• Work independently in the absence of supervision.

• Follow all safety rules and regulations of the department.

• Understand and follow oral and written instructions.

• Operate a variety of mechanical equipment in a safe and effective manner.

Environmental Conditions:

The instructor should have the ability to effectively handle a work environment and conditions which involve an office and classroom workspace, working closely with others, and periodically working irregular hours.

The instructor must maintain the office and teaching environments by maintaining equipment and supplies, ensuring overall cleanliness, functionality, and conformance to OSHA standards to provide a safe work environment.

PhysicalConditions:

Physical and marginal functions require the ability to maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities, which may include the following; standing, walking or sitting for extended periods, moderate lifting and carrying, general manual dexterity, operating assigned equipment, and extended exposure to computer screens.

The instructor is required to maintain effective audio-visual discrimination and perception needed for making observations, reading and writing, operating assigned equipment, communicating with others, and handling varied tasks simultaneously.

Additionally, the instructor must maintain mental capacity, which permits making sound decisions and using good judgment, demonstrating intellectual capabilities, and evaluating the effectiveness of programs and personnel.

Scheduling Conditions:

This is a full-time, 9-month position. This position requires a minimum of 36 hours weekly in direct service to the institution. The instructor must be on campus or at an approved alternate location for 27 hours per week, Monday through Friday, and allows flexible scheduling for the remaining nine hours.

Traveling Conditions:

Local travel between theCaldwell campus, Watauga campus, or any off-campus sitesmay be needed.Out of state travel islimited, butmay be required for training and conferences.

Experience and Training

Three years of increasingly responsible experience in cosmetology. Prior post-secondary teaching preferred.

Training

A diploma in Cosmetology or a closely related field, a current cosmetology license, and a current cosmetology instructor's license issued by the NC State Board of Cosmetic Art are required.

License or Certificate

Possession of both a valid cosmetology license and a cosmetology instructor's license issued by the North Carolina State Board of Cosmetic Art are required.