Cosmetology Instructor

Job Description

Job Description

The Evening Cosmetology Instructor teaches beginning students in a combined classroom and salon setting. Reporting to the school administrator, this role provides cosmetology instruction and demonstrations, administers theory and practical assessments, grades student work, and mentors students with patience and understanding while supporting advising and retention.

Responsibilities

• Teach beginning students foundational cosmetology skills and techniques.
• Deliver instruction and demonstrate cosmetology procedures in classroom and salon settings.
• Administer theory and practical tests and assessments.
• Evaluate and grade student performance.
• Provide student advising and support retention.
• Mentor students with patience and understanding.
• Manage the classroom and maintain a productive learning environment.
• Follow sanitation and safety requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Entry-level experience in cosmetology instruction.
• Cosmetology diploma or certificate from an accredited program.
• Ohio cosmetology instructor license.
• Knowledge of cosmetology techniques, practical assessment, and theory assessment.
• Classroom management skills.
• Knowledge of sanitation and safety practices.
• Student mentoring and communication skills.
• Patience when supporting beginning students.