Barber Instructor

Douglas J Institutes & Salons • Knoxville, TN

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About The Position

Douglas J is seeking a licensed barber and instructor to teach and mentor aspiring barbers. The instructor demonstrates classic and modern barbering techniques and provides hands-on instruction, constructive feedback, encouragement, and individualized guidance. The role models professionalism, client service, sanitation, safety, and industry best practices while maintaining a structured, engaging, and supportive learning atmosphere. The instructor also maintains educational records, collaborates with fellow educators, and supports the daily needs of the school.

Requirements

• Active Tennessee Barber License.
• At least two years of professional barbering experience working behind the chair.
• Current Tennessee Barber Instructor License.
• Passion for barbering, teaching, mentoring, and helping others succeed.
• Strong communication skills and ability to demonstrate techniques clearly.
• Willingness to hold students accountable while providing support to help them improve.
• Professional, dependable, and adaptable approach to a structured, fast-paced learning environment.
• Open availability for daytime hours, Monday through Friday.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate classic and modern barbering techniques, including fades, clipper work, beard design, and straight-razor shaves.
• Provide hands-on instruction to develop students' technical skills and professional habits.
• Give constructive feedback, encouragement, and individualized guidance to help students build confidence and improve.
• Model professionalism, client service, sanitation, safety, and industry best practices.
• Maintain a structured, engaging, and supportive atmosphere that challenges students to grow.
• Maintain accurate attendance, grades, and educational records.
• Collaborate with fellow educators to provide a consistent, high-quality student and client experience.
• Support the daily needs of the school and help create an environment where students and educators can thrive.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed