Salon and Spa Management Instructor

Gadsden, AL - USA

Yearly Salary: USD 42108 - 94363

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Position Summary

The Salon and Spa Management Instructor is responsible for delivering high-quality instruction and hands-on training in cosmetology and related salon management practices. This position includes classroom laboratory and clinic instruction; curriculum development; student advising; and participation in program improvement activities. The Instructor supports the mission of Gadsden State Community College by preparing students for successful employment in the cosmetology and salon management industry.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

DUTIES:

Carry out teaching responsibilities and other activities expected of Salon and Spa Management faculty
Assist in the planning for instruction--prepare course materials objectives syllabi and curriculum design
Prepare semester class schedules and textbook requisitions and submit them to the Division Chair for approval
Responsible for student advisement registration progression and graduation requirements for students enrolled in the Salon and Spa Management program
Plan and participate in program faculty meetings and coordinate program activities with college administration and other support areas
Assist with the completion of the Unit Strategic Plan
Assist with the assessment and revision of student learning outcomes and evaluation in the classroom and laboratory
Assist or be responsible for the budget management of the program and adherence to fiscal policies and procedures
Recommend yearly budgetary expenditures ensuring adequate program resources
Maintain inventory and equipment assigned to the Salon and Spa Management program
Ensure that all learning environments (e.g. classroom shop and/or lab facilities) are maintained in a safe and orderly manner
Recruit students and develop strategies to assist them to persist to graduation.
Serve as an active member of your program division and college and serve on committees as assigned
Prepare reports each semester annually and as needed to adhere to institutional and accrediting agency requirements
Comply with all policies of the Alabama Community College System and the College
Perform other duties as assigned

Note: The intent of this description is to provide a representative summary of the essential functions that will be required of positions given this title and should not be construed as a declaration of specific duties and responsibilities of any position. Employees will be assigned specific job-related duties through their hiring departments. Specific job-related duties assigned by hiring departments shall be consistent with the representative essential functions listed above and shall not be construed as expanding a particular positions role scope FLSA status or grade.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS:

Associate degree with twenty-seven (27) semester hours in Cosmetology from an approved U.S. Department of Education accredited institution required
Three (3) years of successful full-time experience as a practitioner in the cosmetology field required
Cosmetology License from the Alabama Board of Cosmetology required
Instructor License from the Alabama Board of Cosmetology required
Bachelors degree preferred

DESIRED KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Competency in the use of current educational technologies
Experience with internet courses
Excellent oral written and interpersonal skills
Successful problem-solving skills
Commitment to the community college mission
Experience with diverse populations
Ability to work independently
Ability to travel between campus locations
Ability to deal effectively with students other employees and the public

Application Procedures/Additional Information

PROJECTED STARTING DATE:
January 2026
SALARY:Salary Schedule D1- ($42108-$94363). Salary will be based on VERIFIED education and years of VERIFIED related experience that is stated on the initial job application only.
APPLICATION DEADLINE:
November 6 2025 4:00 P.M.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
Only complete application packages will be given consideration for employment.Complete package consists of (a) Gadsden State Community College application (b) letter of interest (c)current resume; and(d)copies of transcripts of post-secondary education.
Application materials must provide documentation that the applicant meets all minimum qualifications.
APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE AT: AT ANY POINT YOU HAVE PROBLEMS COMPLETING YOUR APPLICATION CONTACT THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT AT GADSDEN STATE ().

Salary Calculation:For all positions on all Salary Schedules the salary amount for the selected applicant is determined by step placement on the applicable schedule. Step placement is dependent upon the following: (a) all work experience in public education in Alabama and (b) all other work experience outside of public education in Alabama that in the sole judgment of the College directly relates to the requirements of the position. The applicant selected for the position must provide written verification(s) of this work experience within the time provided herein if such experience is to be considered in determining their initial step place on the Salary Schedule.
Format for Work Experience Verifications: Work experience verifications should be in the form of verification letters from employers and must include complete employment dates job title(s) job duties and an indication whether such employment was full-time or part-time and if part-time the average number of hours worked each week. The letters should be on official letterhead and contain an authorized personnel signature. The Colleges official employment verification form is also acceptable and is available upon request. If an employment verification cannot be obtained due to a legitimate reason for purposes of meeting minimum requirements an applicant may submit copies of other trustworthy documentation such as appointment letters contracts pay stubs or W-2 forms documenting the term of employment. However such documentation is generally insufficient for salary calculation purposes if job duties and dates of employment are not self-evident in the documentation.
Please Note: ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS MUST BE ELECTRONIC- It is recommended that you have digital (such as pdf) copies of your cover letter resume employment verification documents (if applicable) ALL required transcripts and any other document identified in the vacancy announcement ready when you begin the on-line application process. You will be given the opportunity to upload these during the process.
When you finish the steps to apply you will receive an on-screen notice that you have successfully applied. HOWEVER this notice does not mean your application materials are complete in accordance with the vacancy announcement.

All correspondence with applicants regarding the Colleges search process will be sent via e-mail. If you need technical assistance such as resetting your password or browser access issues after reviewing the instructions please contact:

NEOGOV Customer Service:
Monday-Friday
8:00 am - 5:00 pm PST

Applicants must adhere to the Colleges prescribed interview schedule and must travel at their own materials are considered privileged and confidential and will be used for employment purposes only.
Gadsden State Community College is an equal opportunity employer. It is the official policy of the Alabama Community College System including postsecondary institutions under the control of the Board of Trustees that no person in Alabama shall on the grounds of race color disability sex religion creed national origin age or other classification protected by Federal or State law be excluded from participation in be denied the benefits of or be subjected to discrimination under any program activity or employment. Gadsden State will make reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled applicants or employees. More than one position in the same job classification may be filled from the applicants for this position should another vacancy occur during the search process. The College reserves the right to withdraw this job announcement at any time prior to the awarding.Any offer of employment is contingent upon a satisfactory criminal background investigation. This employer participates in E-Verify.

Position SummaryThe Salon and Spa Management Instructor is responsible for delivering high-quality instruction and hands-on training in cosmetology and related salon management practices. This position includes classroom laboratory and clinic instruction; curriculum development; student advising; an...