We are currently hiring a Night Instructor for Manicuring/Nail Technician Tech for our PM classes.
Tuesday - Friday 8:30am-2:30pm
Job Description:
In this role, the Instructor will maintain, and supervise all education operations. Such including supervision of effective instruction in the classroom, supervision of proper curriculum application, formulation of strategic planning, curriculum, and updating operational policies and procedures for the institution in accordance, and compliance with the Department of Education, BPPE (Bureau for Private Post Secondary Education), NACCAS (National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts & Sciences) , and BBC (Board of Barbering and Cosmetology).
Qualifications
- Proven teaching experience, particularly in adult education
- Strong knowledge of manicuring techniques and cosmetology
- Familiarity with anatomy and trigger point therapy
- Proficiency in computer skills and accounting
- Experience with various beauty treatments including hair extensions, body waxing, and eyelash extensions
- Classroom management skills and ability to engage students effectively
AMERICAN BEAUTY COLLEGE INSTRUCTORS
INSTRUCTOR JOB DESCRIPTION
MAJOR GOAL: To instruct students effectively and prepare them for successful employment in their chosen field which helps assure the school achieves its mission and educational objectives.
JOB DUTIES:
Teaching Responsibilities (90% or more of daily scheduled work time)
1. Gain a working knowledge of the school’s satisfactory academic progress policy, the standards of conduct, practical course requirements, grading policies and criteria, and state regulations within 30 days of employment.
2. Teach and follow the school’s published curriculum, using all teaching aids and handouts provided unless deviations are approved.
3. Learn any new course or teaching methods introduced during employment and follow them consistently.
4. Maintain a thorough knowledge of the school’s mission and educational objectives and strive to attain them at all times.
5. Prepare for and participate in new student orientation as assigned.
6. Organize and prepare for each class presentation. Organize the necessary handouts, teaching aids, and equipment prior to starting the class.
7. Follow and supplement published lesson plans. Present the information without reading from the text or lesson plan.
8. Project enthusiasm and excitement. Practice proper grammar and pronunciation. Be careful of tone, volume and clarity of expression.
9. Maintain a thorough, accurate and current knowledge of the subject matter taught.
10. Vary the stimuli for learners during presentations. Use body movement and gestures effectively.
11. Prepare practical and/or written assignments daily.
12. Inspire pride in workmanship and a professional attitude in your students toward their training and work responsibilities by your example.
13. Be fair and impartial in your dealings with all students.
14. Practice active listening skills when interacting with students. Listen carefully to their comments and questions.
15. Stimulate students to think for themselves and research the answers to questions for themselves. Use examples for clarification.
16. Use effective review questions and activities.
17. Ensure tests are graded promptly and give immediate feedback to students whenever possible.
18. Control argumentative or disruptive students by getting them involved. Assign leadership tasks and praise accomplishments.
19. Perform zone supervision when assigned to the student salon.
20. Conduct practical evaluations and grade practical skills according to established grading criteria and record grades as required.
21. Explain and clarify grading criteria as needed.
22. Ensure that Freshman students complete the required academic learning and practical skills training prior to advancing to the student salon and serving clients.
23. Complete and conduct progress evaluations and perform academic counseling for students. Discuss areas needing improvement as well as areas of accomplishment. Identify a plan of action for improvement as needed. Follow up on plans for improvement during subsequent evaluations.
24. Properly prepare graduating students for the applicable state licensing examinations.
25. Monitor and fairly enforce the school’s policies, standards of conduct and state regulations.
26. Never release private information on any student without obtaining written authorization from the student (or parent/guardian if applicable) on the designated form.
27. Conduct evaluations for all transfer and re-entry students according to published policy and document results.
28. Assign students who are not working with a guest other program-related activities that do not disrupt other student salon activity.
29. Be readily available for students at all times.
Other Duties (never more than 10% of scheduled work time)
1. Read, understand and follow the responsibilities and policies outlined in the school’s written operating procedures.
2. Attend staff meetings as scheduled and participate in discussion of all required agenda items.
3. Provide employment assistance for graduating students as needed. Document placement efforts and strive for a rate of 85% placement or better. Post job openings found in area newspapers and other publications on the Jobs bulletin board.
4. Monitor dispensary and laundry activities and ensure that there is never a shortage of supplies or towels.
5. Monitor inventory needs according to policy and report needs to administration.
6. Monitor reception desk activities when supervising the student salon.
7. Monitor bathrooms throughout the day to ensure cleanliness and sufficient supplies are available.
8. Complete any administrative tasks as assigned in a timely and accurate manner.
Instructor Meeting Policy
Instructor/Staff meetings take place at least once a year. Additional meetings may be called by the School Director usually on Mondays or Saturdays.
If an instructor has a topic that s/he would like to discuss at the meeting, s/he can contact the School Director and request the item be placed on the agenda.
Appropriate arrangements should be made for all staff and instructors to be in attendance for meetings.
Continuing Education Policy
Each Instructor is required to complete a minimum of 12 hours of continuing education each calendar year. At least 4 of those hours must be in teaching methodologies. Copies of all certificates should be submitted to the School Director as soon as the hours have been completed. If hours include attendance at trade shows, copy the registration form or ticket, the program and any sessions that you attended.
VOCATIONAL EDUCATION TEACHERS, POSTSECONDARY JOB DESCRIPTION
Teach or instruct vocational or occupational subjects at the postsecondary level (but at less than the baccalaureate) to students who have graduated or left high school. Includes correspondence school, industrial, and commercial instructors; and adult education teachers and instructors who prepare persons to operate industrial machinery and equipment and transportation and communications equipment. Teaching may take place in public or private schools whose primary business is education or in a school associated with an organization whose primary business is other than education.
Here at American Beauty College we strive to provide students with the knowledge necessary in order for students to accomplish receiving their license and be able to apply their knowledge once graduated.
Basic Skills**
- Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching new things.
- Talking to others to convey information effectively.
- Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
- Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
- Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
Social Skills**
- Teaching others how to do something.
- Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
- Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
- Actively looking for ways to help people.
- Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
Complex Problem Solving Skills**
- Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
Technical Skills**
- Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
- Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance.
- Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
- Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.
- Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
System Skills**
- Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
- Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed to improve or correct performance, relative to the goals of the system.
- Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, and the environment will affect outcomes.
Resource Management Skills**
- Managing one's own time and the time of others.
- Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best people for the job.
- Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materials needed to do certain work.
- Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for these expenditures.
Desktop Computer Skills**
- Databases**- Using a computer application to manage large amounts of information, including creating and editing simple databases, inputting data, retrieving specific records, and creating reports to communicate the information.
- Graphics**- Working with pictures in graphics programs or other applications, including creating simple graphics, manipulating the appearance, and inserting graphics into other programs.
- Internet**- Using a computer application to create, manipulate, edit, and show virtual slide presentations.
- Navigation**- Using scroll bars, a mouse, and dialog boxes to work within the computer's operating system. Being able to access and switch between applications and files of interest.
- Presentations**- Navigating the Internet to find information, including the ability to open and configure standard browsers; use searches, hypertext references, and transfer protocols; and send and retrieve electronic mail (e-mail).
- Spreadsheets**- Using a computer application to enter, manipulate, and format text and numerical data; insert, delete, and manipulate cells, rows, and columns; and create and save worksheets, charts, and graphs.
- Word Processing**- Using a computer application to type text, insert pictures, format, edit, print, save, and retrieve word processing documents
Task**
- Supervise and monitor students' use of tools and equipment.
- Observe and evaluate students' work to determine progress, provide feedback, and make suggestions for improvement.
- Corrective action as necessary, in order to maintain organization, and fluidity in day to day actions.
- Determine training needs of students or workers.
- Administer oral, written, or performance tests to measure progress and to evaluate training effectiveness.
- Prepare reports and maintain records, such as student grades, attendance rolls, and training activity details.
- Conduct on-the-job training classes or training sessions to teach and demonstrate principles, techniques, procedures, or methods of designated subjects.
- Integrate academic and vocational curricula so that students can obtain a variety of skills.
- Develop curricula and plan course content and methods of instruction.
- Develop teaching aids, such as instructional software, multimedia visual aids, or study materials.
- Participate in conferences, seminars, and training sessions to keep abreast of developments in the field, and integrate relevant information into training programs.
- Present lectures and conduct discussions to increase students' knowledge and competence using visual aids, such as graphs, charts, videotapes, and slides.
- Supervise independent or group projects, field placements, laboratory work, or other training.
- Select and assemble books, materials, supplies, and equipment for training, courses, or projects.
- Prepare outlines of instructional programs and training schedules and establish course goals.
- Provide individualized instruction and tutorial or remedial instruction.
Work Activities**
- Training and Teaching Others
- Performing for or Working Directly with the Public
- Coaching and Developing Others
- Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates
- Making Decisions and Solving Problems
- Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings
- Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
- Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People
- Handling and Moving Objects
- Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge
Detailed Work Activities**
- Administer tests to assess educational needs or progressusing pivot point LAB system.
- Advise students on academic or career matters, via advising/counseling reports.
- Apply multiple teaching methods.
- Assess educational needs of students.
- Attend training sessions or professional meetings to develop or maintain professional knowledge.
- Create technology-based learning materials.
- Develop instructional objectives.
- Evaluate student work.
- Maintain inventories of materials, equipment, or products.
- Maintain student records.
- Monitor student performance.
- Perform student enrollment or registration activities.
- Attend Community Events.
- Plan educational activities.
- Prepare reports detailing student activities or performance.
- Schedule instructional activities.
- Select educational materials or equipment.
- Serve on institutional or departmental committees.
- Supervise laboratory workensure rules of the Board of Barbering and cosmetology are being maintained.
- Supervise student research or internship work.
- Teach vocational courses.
- Sanitize and Disinfect work stations Daily.
- Dispose of Waste, sanitize and disinfect classroom, break room, restroom as necessary.
- Enforce school rules and regulations as well as rules of the Board of Barbering and cosmetology.
- Teach all prescribed barber requirements mandated by the state of California.
- State Board Exam Preparation - Requirements for State Board of Barbering and Cosmetology
- Tutor students who need extra assistance.
- Additional duties by management request
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $23.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Experience:
- Higher education teaching: 3 years (Preferred)
- Salon: 3 years (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Palmdale, CA 93551 (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
- Palmdale, CA 93551: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Willingness to travel:
Work Location: In person
