Massage Therapy Program Director

Job Description

Job Description

Are you passionate about inspiring the next generation of beauty and wellness leaders? Would you love to be part of those “light bulb moments” with students? From the classroom to the clinic floor, our educators make a lasting impact every day.  At Nurtur Aveda Institute Wilmington, we teach more than just skills - we're committed to developing future leaders in the world of beauty and wellness!

Who We Are:

Do What You Love – Love What You Do. Founded in 2004, Nurtur Aveda is a community of professionals dedicated to environmental responsibility and developing future leaders in the world of beauty and wellness.

Responsibilities:

• Uphold the Nurtur Core Values, Core Behaviors, and Aveda Success Factors
• Actively teach and facilitate classes
• Oversee the development, implementation, and evaluation of the Massage Therapy Program curriculum
• Provide ongoing recognition, support, and motivation for team members and students
• Lead and mentor a team of educators, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional development
• Actively engage students in their education through demonstrations, activities, and interactive teaching
• Continually check with students for understanding of subject matter and adjust teaching methods as-needed
  
• Organize and oversee student assessments, ensuring a fair and effective evaluation
  process
• Ensure all students fulfill the regulatory requirements set by the NC Board of Massage &
  Bodywork Therapy for licensure application
• Serve as a role model by communicating and enforcing policies and procedures, safety and security standards, the Code of Conduct, and the dress code
• Partner with Director and Education Manager to ensure compliance with all NACCAS and State Board regulations
• Partner with Institute & Regional Directors to ensure smooth operation of the educational
  programs
• Partner with Institute leadership on hiring and training for the education team
• Conduct regular weekly/monthly check-ins, quarterly touchbases and annual
  reviews
• Ensure compliance with accreditation standards, state regulations, and institutional
  policies
• Oversee team organization and effectiveness, including scheduling and Educator/Student
  Ratio
• Effectively implement and sustain curriculum initiatives in course curriculum and service
  cycles
• Willing to work a flexible schedule; including evenings and weekends
  
• Participate in Aveda and Nurtur corporate events including career fairs, marketing events,
  Earth Month, Beauty for a Cure, etc.
• Perform duties as assigned and/or required to meet business needs
• Abide by all other Nurtur policies and procedures as outlined in the Team Member Handbook
  and Code of Conduct 

Requirements:

• High School diploma or GED equivalent
• A valid, state-issued Massage Therapy license and maintenance of such license 
• Experience in a salon/spa setting 
• Ability to work independently and with others in a fast-paced environment
• Exhibit leadership qualities, time-management abilities, organizational skills, self-direction, and initiative 
• Ability to set and achieve goals, implement decisions, and work under strict deadlines
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Strong commitment to customer service excellence and to the Company's mission and vision
  

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

• Walk, stand up, and/or sit for up to twelve (12) hours per day
• Use hands to handle objects and reach with hands and arms
• Walk, sit, stand, balance, stoop, speak, and hear
• See a computer screen and read paper and electronic documents
• Occasionally lift and/or move objects up to 30 pounds
  
• Tolerate a minimal to moderate noise level typical of a school environment

Perks and Benefits:

• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life
  
• 401(k)/match
• PTO (paid time off)
• EAP (employee assistance program)
• Short-term disability 
• Employee discount on products and services
• Growth Opportunities

Travel Requirements: The team member in this position must be able to travel locally to events and for out-of-state training and events as necessary. 

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Nurtur Holdings LLC (including its affiliated organizations) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employees and applicants are covered by federal and state laws designed to safeguard employees and job applicants from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military service, or other non-merit-based factors. Consistent with these obligations, Nurtur also provides reasonable accommodations to employees and applicants with disabilities and for sincerely held religious beliefs, observances, and practices. 

If you've ever thought about sharing your skills and experience with others, here's your opportunity. Apply today!