Cosmetology Instructor

County of Culpeper • County of Culpeper, VA

6d

About The Position

The Cosmetology Instructor teaches students to prepare them for employment in cosmetology or barbering and helps the school meet its educational objectives. The instructor follows the school’s published curriculum and lesson plans, prepares and delivers classes, assesses student progress, and supports students’ professional development and readiness for state licensing and employment. The role also includes maintaining knowledge of relevant subject matter, training practices, school policies, and applicable regulations. The instructor must hold a Virginia Department of Professional & Occupational Regulation license for instruction and have at least two years of experience as a licensed hair stylist. The role uses the Milady Cosmetology course management guide to sequence, pace, and implement curriculum and uses varied assessments and appropriate learning materials to address student needs. Employment offers are contingent on satisfactory completion of required verification and screening checks.

Requirements

• Hold a state license for instruction from the Virginia Department of Professional & Occupational Regulation.
• Have a minimum of two years’ experience as a licensed hair stylist.
• Working knowledge of the subject area sufficient to accurately convey curriculum content.
• Working knowledge of training methods, practices, and delivery techniques that promote adult learning.
• Working knowledge of the County’s and Culpeper Cosmetology Training Center’s policies, procedures, and activities as they relate to the position.
• Knowledge of practices, methods, and procedures relating to the subject areas being taught.
• Knowledge of developing training curricula and materials.
• Knowledge of relevant terminology, principles, and methods used within the department.
• Knowledge of laws, regulations, standards, policies, and procedures relating to training activities.
• Meet local vehicle insurance requirements.
• Satisfactory results on employment verification, reference checks, education verification, DMV/driving record check, Central Registry check, and criminal history check to evaluate for barrier crime as described in Code of Virginia §63.2-1719.

Responsibilities

• Learn and follow the school’s satisfactory academic progress policy, standards of conduct, practical course requirements, grading policies, and state regulations; complete the NACCAS SAP webinar and obtain a completion certificate.
• Teach and follow the published curriculum, using provided teaching aids and handouts unless deviations are approved.
• Prepare for and participate in new student orientation according to school policy.
• Organize class presentations and prepare handouts, teaching aids, and equipment before class.
• Follow and supplement published lesson plans, presenting material without reading directly from the text or lesson plan.
• Maintain current subject-matter knowledge and deliver instruction with enthusiasm, proper grammar, and pronunciation.
• Prepare practical and/or written assignments daily.
• Model professional attitudes and pride in workmanship; treat students fairly and impartially and listen actively to their comments and questions.
• Encourage students to think independently and research answers; use effective review questions and activities.
• Grade assignments promptly and provide timely feedback when possible.
• Engage argumentative or disruptive students by involving them in class activities, assigning leadership tasks, and recognizing accomplishments.
• Conduct zone teaching when assigned to supervise the student salon.
• Conduct practical evaluations, grade skills according to established criteria, record grades as required, and explain grading criteria to students.
• Ensure beginning students complete required academic learning and practical work before working with clients.
• Conduct progress evaluations and academic counseling, identifying improvement plans as needed.
• Prepare graduating students for the state licensing examination.
• Provide employment assistance to graduating students.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the administrative team.
• Use the Milady Cosmetology course management guide to sequence, pace, and implement the curriculum.
• Use assessments to diagnose individual, group, or program needs and select suitable materials and resources for students’ abilities and needs.

What This Job Offers

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