Instructional Lab Technician - Cosmetology

Laredo College•Laredo, TX

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for providing instructional, laboratory, dispensary, and clerical support to the Cosmetology Program. This includes assisting faculty and students with instructional materials, learning activities, equipment, supplies, and records. The role also involves providing classroom, laboratory, and student supervision coverage during instructor absences, and assuming instructional responsibilities as needed to ensure continuity of instruction and program operations.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent.
Minimum of two years of experience in the cosmetology profession, including employment in a salon, cosmetology school, instructional laboratory, or clinic floor setting.
Must possess and maintain a current Texas Cosmetology Operator License issued by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR).

Nice To Haves

Associate Degree.
3 years of experience in the cosmetology profession, including employment in salon, Cosmetology school, instructional laboratory, or clinic floor setting.
Ability to communicate in Spanish.
Knowledge of Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) rules and requirements, including safety and sanitation standards.
Familiarity with the Student Hour and Enrollment Automated Reporting System (SHEARS), including procedures for registering students, processing adds/drops, and submitting credit hours.

Responsibilities

Assist cosmetology instructors in preparing classroom, laboratory, and clinic instructional materials and teaching aids.
Assist instructors in training students in the proper use, care, sanitation, and maintenance of cosmetology tools, implements, equipment, and supplies.
Provide instructional support to students as directed by instructors and assist with educational activities that promote student learning and skill development.
Monitor and supervise student activities in the dispensary, laboratory, and clinic areas to ensure compliance with safety, sanitation, and program procedures.
Maintain a safe and organized learning environment and ensure the proper care, security, and availability of instructional materials, supplies, and equipment.
Coordinate the dispensing, tracking, and retrieval of materials, supplies, and equipment used by students and faculty.
Maintain inventory records and assist with ordering and replenishing instructional and expendable supplies.
Provide instructional, laboratory, clinic, and classroom coverage during instructor absences, vacancies, or periods of transition.
Assume instructional responsibilities, including student supervision, skills demonstration, laboratory instruction, and related educational activities, as assigned and in accordance with institutional policies and applicable credentialing requirements.
Assist students, faculty, and staff with accessing instructional materials, equipment, and resources needed for classroom, laboratory, and clinic activities.
Answer telephone calls, greet visitors, provide information, and direct inquiries to the appropriate personnel.
Support recruitment, outreach, and community engagement activities, including career days, program demonstrations, and special events.
Assist with the preparation, review, and updating of program materials, including college catalogs, handbooks, and related documents.
Demonstrate professionalism, positive interpersonal skills, and a commitment to student success while working collaboratively with students, faculty, staff, and community partners.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Department Chair, Dean, Provost/Vice President of Academic Affairs, and/or President.