Instructor, Salon and Spa Management (Posting Revised on November 4, 2026)

ENTERPRISE STATE COMMUNITY COLLEGE; Taylorville (AL); On-site; USD 44,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

Shelton State Community College seeks an instructor for salon and spa management courses. You will teach across formats (day/evening/online), design course plans, and use current instructional tech to enhance the learning experience.

Collaboration with divisions and ongoing curriculum improvement are expected. Requirements include an associate degree in cosmetology (or equivalent), 3 years of full-time cosmetology practice, and a current Alabama Cosmetology Instructor license.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in cosmetology is required or an associate degree plus certificate of completion from a private school regulated by the Alabama Board of Cosmetology and Barbering.
• Three (3) years of full-time cosmetology practice experience.
• Current Cosmetology Instructor license in Alabama.

Responsibilities

• Teach salon and spa management courses on day, evening, weekend or online across campuses.
• Develop and submit a course plan for each course taught.
• Utilize current technology in instructional areas and inform students of requirements.
• Evaluate learning experiences and maintain attendance and scholastic records.
• Assist with budget planning and class scheduling; participate in college committees.

Skills

Cosmetology

Cosmetology Instruction

Teaching

Education/Training

Education

Associate degree in cosmetology (regionally accredited)

Bachelor's degree (preferred)

Job description

Salary Schedule Placement:

$43,792 - $98,138, based upon the 2026-2027 Alabama Community College System and Shelton State Community College Salary Schedule D-1 to be determined by the applicant’s education and years of applicable experience. This is a nine-month position with summer teaching availability dependent upon enrollment. The salary schedule for faculty requires 169 duty days for the academic year (fall and spring semesters) and, if employed for the summer, 56 duty days for the summer term.

Applicant acknowledges that if selected for the position that applicant’s placement on the applicable salary schedule will be dependent upon the verified information provided by the applicant in accordance with the applicable work experience verification requirements stated herein.

Primary Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to the mission and goals of the community college as well as the Salon and Spa Management Department
• Demonstrate and maintain a high level of competence and expertise in the teaching field and subject area
• Teach courses as assigned by the Division Chair, and design and deliver each course ensuring an effective learning experience in accordance with state approved course outlines
• Submit to the Division Chair a course plan for each course taught
• Provide instruction for salon and spa management courses in the day, evening, weekend, or online on any Shelton State campus or instructional site
• Implement effective and comprehensive use of current technology in all instructional areas
• Inform students concerning course requirements, evaluation procedures, attendance requirements, and academic progress
• Provide for effective evaluation of the learning experience of each student
• Maintain necessary attendance, scholastic, and personnel records and submit them according to announced deadlines
• Participate in annual planning and evaluation sessions in support of the College's vision, mission, and institutional goals and objectives
• Demonstrate effective people skills, communication skills, and work ethic
• Participate in recruiting for the Salon Spa and Management Department
• Assist Division Chair with developing and managing of the departmental budget and class schedule in support of institutional goals and mission
• Demonstrate ability to use the computer effectively for word processing, electronic communication, maintaining online instructional resources, and for appropriate computer applications in the teaching discipline
• Seek continuous improvement of the salon spa and management curriculum, instruction, and resources
• Prepare coursework, grade assignments, projects, and examinations as required
• Advise students regarding academic course offerings, job placement opportunities, program completion and progression
• Participate in college events and functions
• Determine and order materials needed for class labs

Secondary Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Post and maintain regular office hours in accordance with prevailing policy
• Participate in faculty meetings, division/department meetings, and discussions about curriculum, teaching-learning techniques, teaching materials, and other instructional related activities
• Actively participate on division/college teams and task forces
• Demonstrate commitment to:
  • student retention and success
  • challenging and cultivating student achievement beyond the classroom
  • supporting a diverse population of learners
  • working in a participatory and collegial setting
  • supporting continuous improvement of curricula and services
  • participation in professional growth activities relative to subject area

Other Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Comply with policies of the Alabama Community College System and the College
• Participate on division/college committees, teams, and task forces
• Participate in professional development, compliance, performance excellence, and training activities as required
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor

Required:

• Associate degree in cosmetology from a regionally accredited institution OR Associate degree AND certificate of completion from a private school regulated by the Alabama Board of Cosmetology and Barbering.
• Three (3) years of successful full-time experience as a practitioner in the cosmetology field.
• Current Cosmetology Instructor license in the State of Alabama.

Preferred:

• Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution.
• Teaching experience at the college level.
• Experience in developing/teaching courses via distance learning technology.
• Experience in teaching Esthetics.

EEOC, E-VERIFY, BACKGROUND CHECK STATEMENTS:

Shelton State Community College is an equal opportunity employer. It is the official policy of the Alabama Community College System, that no person shall, on the grounds of race, color, disability, gender, religion, creed, national origin, or age, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity, or employment.

Shelton State Community College will make reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled applicants or employees.

Shelton State Community College reserves the right to withdraw this job announcement at any time prior to the awarding.

More than one position in the same job classification may be filled from the applicants for this position should another vacancy occur during the search process.

Any offer of employment is contingent upon a satisfactory criminal background investigation.

This employer participates in E-Verify.