Cosmetology Instructor - Continuing Education (Part-Time)

The part-time Cosmetology Instructor will support primary instructors in teaching manicurist and cosmetology classes. Instructors may teach theory, labs, and practicals and instruct students by using mannequins and live models. Lenoir Community College is a comprehensive institution which places primary emphasis on excellence in classroom instruction. Continuing Education instructors are expected to demonstrate and maintain competence in each of the following areas throughout their employment at the College: Mastery of Subject Matter - Demonstrate a thorough and accurate knowledge of their field or discipline - Display an ability to interpret and evaluate the theories of their field or discipline - Connect their subject matter with related fields - Stay current in their subject matter through professional development; through involvement in professional organizations; and attending professional meetings, conferences or workshops - Use technology to enhance teaching and the educational experience when appropriate Teaching Performance - Plan and organize instruction in ways that maximize student learning (This includes lesson plans for each class meeting.) - Employ appropriate teaching and learning strategies to communicate subject matter to students - Modify, where appropriate, instructional methods and strategies to meet diverse students needs - Employ available instructional technology, i.e. the Internet, tele-course, interactive technology, when appropriate - Encourage the development of communication skills and higher order thinking skills through appropriate assignments - Contribute to the selection and development of instructional materials in accordance with course objectives - Maintain accurate student rosters and attendance Evaluation of Student Learning - Establish and follow meaningful learning objectives - Develop and explain methods that fairly measure student progress toward course objectives - Evaluate student performance fairly and consistently and return student work promptly to promote maximum learning - Maintain accurate records of student progress and submit final grade rosters to division administrator each semester according to established deadlines - Demonstrate sensitivity to student needs and circumstances - Conduct laboratory/clinic/practicum activities - Assign laboratory activities that coincide with the material presented in lecture sessions as appropriate - Preside over all scheduled laboratory activities and hours - Ensure that time is spent productively by students working on appropriate assignments - Provide the opportunity for individual student attention - Evaluate students and provide them specific feedback - Provide additional assignments/projects as student progress dictates - Order supplies as needed by following school procedure - Assist in maintaining a clean lab and clean equipment - Conduct initial troubleshooting measures on equipment and promptly label and report all equipment in need of repair Qualifications: - NC Cosmetology Instructor license is required - Current license and experience as a nail technician/cosmetologist and/or a NC Cosmetology Instructor credential is needed for this instructor to teach lessons and labs on client services for manicures and cosmetology services according to NC Cosmetology Board guidelines - Applicant should have at least two years of work experience as a licensed cosmetologist - Knowledge of current NC Cosmetic Board regulations and requirements for educational institutions is required - Bilingual English/Spanish preferred - Teaching experience at a community college preferred - Must have excellent organizational and communication skills - Working knowledge of Microsoft Office is preferred Working Conditions - Day/evening/weekend hours are requ red Notice of Nondisrimination Lenoir Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The College complies with existing federal, state, and local laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination. The College prohibits discrimination against and/or exclusion from participation in any benefits or activities by any person, either on the staff and faculty or in the student body, on the grounds of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, age, political affiliation, or disability.