Cosmetology Instructor

Job Description

The positions at Toni&Guy Hairdressing Academy will be fulltime and/or part-time. Positions include Cosmetology, Esthetics, and Nail Tech. Day/Evening available.

Objectives

Provide quality course information by planning, preparing, and delivering quality classroom instruction.
Implement the TONI&GUY HAIRDRESSING ACADEMY curriculum.
Provide guidance and academic support to students to facilitate course completion.
Maintain a high student retention rate based on organizational and regulatory expectations.
Evaluate and answer student inquiries and ensure appropriate action is taken to resolve issues.
Deliver the TONI&GUY Spotlight Experience to all Academy students with a commitment to student success and overall positive educational experience at the Academy.
Maintain a professional and positive demeanor at all times.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate upbeat, professional conduct towards students, co-workers, and school patrons at all times.
• Begin class on time; maintain punctual arrival 30 minutes prior to start of class to ensure absolute preparedness.
• Ensure that students and clients receive the TONI&GUY Spotlight Experience in all dealings with school personnel.
• Comply with all Academy dress code and company policies at all times.
• Support the school Administration and Director as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Students/ Student Education/Administration

• Academy Activities: Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
• Prepare and deliver lecture and lab demonstrations as outlined in curriculum; administer grades weekly.
• Demonstrate understanding of and encourage all learning styles and temperaments.
• Conduct tutorial sessions, as needed.
• Organize and monitor field trips, guest speakers, and other approved curriculum enhancements; coordinate with Education Director.
• Seek alternatives to improving student outcomes, reducing attrition, and increasing retention.
• Track and advise students of their academic and attendance progress.
• Identify students with possible challenges and collaborate with faculty and staff to generate possible solutions; Seek administrative council when dealing with students who need additional support.
• Supervise student duties to ensure a clean, safe work and learning environment.
• Continually identify areas needing self-improvement and advance own training by implementing and completing additional training programs.
• Support the school Administration and Director(s) as needed.
• Aid in maintaining back bar, floor products and color inventories.
• Comply with all Federal, State, accreditation and institutional policies and procedures.
• Maintain awareness of all Academy activities by referring to Academy calendars.
• Cookordination of student Test-Outs with the Education Director.
• Aid in producing the Annual Student Soiree.
• Attend and actively participate in scheduled faculty staff meetings and occasional special events.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Strong leadership skills and the ability to solve problems
• Flexibility and open-mindedness
• Strong retail skills and product knowledge
• Engaging, supportive, positive personality
• Ability to deliver outstanding customer experiences and feedback to students
• Knowledge of State Board procedures
• Excellent group / classroom management skills

Preferred Minimum Requirements

• State Cosmetology License and State Cosmetology Instructor License.
• Three years’ experience as a hairdresser, hairdresser training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Cosmetology School experience.