Part-time Instructor, Natural Hair Care (Continuing Education)

Wake Technical Community College; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Wake Technical Community College is seeking part-time adjunct faculty to teach Cosmetology within Workforce Continuing Education Services. Courses focus on theory and clinical instruction, with supervision by the Instructor/Director and a focus on safe, sanitary practices.

Candidates should have an Associate's degree and applicable licenses, plus two years of salon and teaching experience. These openings are posted as part-time adjunct positions and may not exist at present; qualified applicants

Qualifications

• Knowledge of technology and software including computers and Moodle.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrates resourcefulness, initiative and enthusiasm to help students succeed.

Responsibilities

• Instructs and guides the class in theory and clinical instruction.
• Prepares thoroughly for each instructional hour.
• Maintains a safe and sanitary environment for cosmetology and related sciences.
• Guides students on clinic floor, counseling students, and resolving issues.
• Oversees daily operations with the Instructor/Director.
• Maintains accurate records of student work and attendance.
• Coordinates reporting of student hours and student projects.
• Designs curriculum and schedules of instruction.
• Maintains regular office hours and keeps courses up-to-date.

Skills

Technology & Moodle

Written & verbal communication

Student support & motivation

Education

Associate's degree

Job description

Wake Technical Community College is seeking to expand our pool of part-time faculty to teach courses in Workforce Continuing Education Services for Cosmetology. Openings for these positions may not exist at the present time; however upon review of your qualifications, you may be contacted directly by the department on an as needed Part time (adjunct) faculty positions provide quality, effective instruction in assigned courses on a part-time, temporary basis.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described.

• Instructs and guides the class in an efficient and effective manner including theory and clinical instruction
• Prepares thoroughly for each instructional hour
• Guarantees safe and sanitary practices by both students and instructors when practicing cosmetology and related sciences
• Ensures client satisfaction by effectively managing clinic floor, counseling and guiding students, and assisting in resolving students issues

Works closely with Instructor/Director to assist with overseeing daily operations and activities

Maintains a safe and orderly learning environment

Grades and returns student work in a timely manner

Counsels students regarding their grades and progress in the course

Constructs classroom materials that support the goals of the course

Maintains accurate records of student work and attendance

Coordinates and administers reporting of student's hours and student projects

Designs curriculum and a schedule of instruction

Maintains regular office hours

Stays abreast of most current teaching methods and technology in the classroom

Uses assessment techniques to improve learning and teaching

Serves on college or department committees as needed

Attends professional development opportunities when possible and attends meetings and conferences as assigned by administration

Assists with establishing goals and objectives for the course, selecting text and constructing a syllabus

Maintains communication with instructors from other divisions in order to keep courses up-to-date and appropriate

Contacts students when class is canceled or postponed

Locates a substitute instructor for requested time off,

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Knowledge of and facility with technology and software including, computers, and web-based resources such as Moodle

Able to perform normal duties with minimal supervision

Excellent communication skills both written and verbal

Demonstrates resourcefulness, initiative, enthusiasm, and a sincere interest in helping students reach their maximum potential

Requirements

• Associate's degree
• Current NC Natural Hair Care License or NC Cosmetology License
• Current NC Natural Hair Care Instructor License or NC Cosmetology Instructor License
• Two years salon experience in Natural Hair Care or Cosmetology
• Two years teaching experience in Natural Hair Care

Unofficial transcripts must be attached with your online application prior to submission or submitted to Human Resources immediately upon completing the application. If your transcripts are not submitted, your application may not receive full consideration.

Preferences

Associate's degree in Cosmetology or Natural Hair Care

Essential Personnel

TBD