Part Time Nail Instructor

The Nail Technician Instructor will be responsible for providing technical instruction for students enrolled in the cosmetology program. Course content areas may include: nail care, manicure, pedicure, acrylic, gel, fiberglass, front desk operations and related theory required to obtain a state license. Additional responsibilities include verifying student competencies, student advisement and retention, maintaining student records, and maintaining contact with area employers. This position works under the direction of the Nail Tech Coordinator and Cosmetology Manager. 

1. Provide students with technical instruction in a safe, clean and productive learning environment.

2. Administer and correct tests; annotate progress on students tracking records.

3. Advance the retention of students in support of achieving program membership hour goals.

4. Assist students with job placement and applicable industry or state certifications/licenses in support of meeting program placement and certification goals.

5. Develop annual professional development plan and participate in professional development activities.

6. Motivate and advise students in the areas of appropriate work behavior, training, or study habits. Assist counselors, supervisor, and other staff as necessary to resolve issues affecting student training.

7. Encourage and exemplify professionalism and good work habits.

8. Support programmatic and College marketing activities.

9. Work cooperatively within the College community.

10. Control the use of equipment and supplies; recommend purchases.

11. The incumbent shall perform other duties as assigned. 

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

1. High school diploma or equivalent. 

2. Current Nail license required. Preference will be given to those individuals who hold a Nail Tech instructor license.

3. Minimum of one year of documented practical nail experience or required on the job training to obtain instructor license.

4. Preference will be given to those individuals who have salon/teaching experience.

5. Familiar with Microsoft word, email and can operate a Windows-based personal computer.

6. Spanish-speaking proficiency desirable. 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

1. Work requires physical exertion. May require the ability to stand long periods, bend, crouch, stoop, stretch, reach, lift moderately heavy items (up to 20 lbs.) when doing inventory or receiving supplies.

2. Risks which require the use of special safety precautions and/or equipment, e.g., clippers, cleaning Chemicals, etc.

HOURS: Day and Evening hours candidates will need to be flexible for scheduling

CONDITIONAL OFFER:

A conditional offer of employment will be made pending satisfactory completion of a background investigation.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and qualified applicants from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER