Cosmetology teacher. Sollers Point Technical High.1274

Under the direction of the school principal, plans and provides for appropriate learning experiences for students. Instructs and supervises students in a variety of school-related settings. Monitors and evaluates student outcomes.

About the role

Provides instructional and leadership services that prepare students with the related academic critical thinking, computer technology, work place readiness, and technical skills essential to pursuing career pathways in cosmetology and related services.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction and course/program management at the high school level in the overall knowledge and application of cosmetology and business skills, resulting in students receiving 1500 training hours required to sit for and pass the Maryland Board of Cosmetology License Examination.
• Demonstrate knowledge and implement a "hands-on" approach to critical thinking and problem-solving skills needed for current and future cosmetology employment standards.
• Provide instruction in teamwork, communications, problem-solving, decision-making, and computer technology related to workplace and higher education skills needed in the industry.
• Work with staff and post-secondary institutions to develop and maintain career pathways preparing students for apprenticeship, licensure, community college, or university degree programs.
• Prepare instructional materials, maintain equipment, and manage materials of instruction to maximize resources for delivering a diverse instructional program.
• Effectively manage school/program shop accounts and procedures essential to operating a school-based cosmetology facility.
• Lead student experiences in related student organizations.
• Contribute to the school’s mission by striving to attain school improvement plan and career completer goals.
• Work with employers and community groups to promote and advance technical skills.
• Participate in recruitment and selection of students.
• Create an instructional environment conducive to the intellectual, physical, social, and emotional development of students.
• Communicate standards, achievements, and deficiencies to students and parents; meet with students and parents as needed.
• Maintain complete and accurate student academic, attendance, and disciplinary records.
• Monitor and assess students' academic progress.
• Collaborate with school administrators, other teachers, paraeducators, parents, and community members in the education of students.
• Attend staff meetings and serve on various committees.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Three to five years of cosmetology operation and/or other industry-related work experience.
• Teaching experience preferred (student teaching acceptable).
• Possession of a Maryland Educator Certificate or eligibility for a Maryland Educator License appropriate to the area of assignment.
• Current Maryland Cosmetologist License.
• Knowledge of curriculum, effective instructional techniques, instructional materials, and equipment.
• Skills in preparing, implementing lesson plans, and instructing students.
• Skill in communicating with students, parents, administrators, and others.
• Skill in supervising students and managing behavior.
• Knowledge of and skill in using database, internet, spreadsheet, word processing, and related applications.
• Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with students, parents, and staff.
• Ability to effectively maintain confidential information.
• Ability to bend, stand, and walk in a large cosmetology services laboratory for extended periods daily.
• Attendance at after-school and evening meetings and events required.
• Citizenship, residency, or work VISA in the United States required.

Pay

Salary range: $62,252 - $121,924.

Position may be eligible for relocation bonus, extra duty activities pay, or other student activities pay as defined in the applicable Bargaining Unit Agreement.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Life insurance, flexible spending accounts, and disability coverage.
• 403(b)/457 retirement plans.
• Paid holidays, sick leave, personal business days, and bereavement leave.
• Flexible leave options such as FMLA, sick bank, and board-approved leaves.
• Eligible for the Maryland State Retirement System.