Cosmetology Teacher

Qualifications

• New York State Cosmetology License. *(In addition-Barbering License if applicable)
• Minimum of four years of recent, full-time industry experience in cosmetology.
• Strong knowledge of current beauty trends, techniques, products, and safety regulations.
• Experience mentoring, supervising, or training others is preferred.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to creating an inclusive, engaging, and supportive learning environment.

Skills & Abilities

• Innovative, collaborative, and committed to continuous improvement.
• Focused on building positive relationships with students, families, and industry partners.
• Passionate about teaching and mentoring young professionals.
• Dedicated to preparing students for college, careers, and lifelong success.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver engaging, standards-based instruction in all areas of cosmetology.
• Provide hands-on laboratory experiences in a salon-like learning environment.
• Prepare students for the New York State Cosmetology Licensing Examination.
• Integrate employability skills, customer service, communication, and professionalism into daily instruction.
• Differentiate instruction to meet the diverse learning needs of students.
• Absess student performance through practical demonstrations, written assessments, and competency-based evaluations.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized instructional salon that models industry standards.
• Build partnerships with local salons, spas, beauty professionals, and community organizations to support internships, work-based learning, guest speakers, and career opportunities.
• Participate in curriculum development, professional learning, and school initiatives.
• Maintain accurate student records and communicate regularly with families and district partners.