Cosmetology Instructor

Garden City Community College seeks a skilled and experienced Cosmetology professional who is passionate about helping students start and further their is a full-time faculty position covered by the Negotiated Agreement.

Garden City Community College is a vibrant and dynamic community college located in the heart of the rural Southwest Kansas high plains region. Officially designated as a Hispanic Serving Institution the College serves a student population which reflects the areas rich diversity. The College serves approximately 2000 students across multiple populations including on-campus online and area high schools and has a history of strong program options in both transfer and technical education. The College is located in Garden City a community with a recent history of robust population growth. Garden City has many amenities including arts and culture plentiful shopping and daily jet service to Dallas.

This position is for a full-time faculty member to teach Cosmetology courses leading toward student achievement of college certificates college degrees and industry certifications. These courses/programs may be conducted at the GCCC campus or at a business location and may be held during the day evenings and/or weekends. All candidates interviewed will be required to provide a live teaching demonstration. The college will provide support for teacher training and continued professional development. Valid Cosmetology and Cosmetology Instructor licenses are required. Support for obtaining an Instructor license is available. Interested applicants with this need should reach out to Chuck Pfeifer Dean of Technical Education and Workforce Development ().

Compensation is based on the Negotiated Agreement where the minimum base salary (minimum qualification no years of industry experience) for a Cosmetology instructor would be $52972 for a 9-month 172-day contract. This base pay rate will be adjusted based on educational experience industry credentials and years of industry experience. Cosmetology instructors regularly receive additional compensation for overload courses and there is strong potential for additional off-contract work during the three-month summer break. These are estimates and specific placement can be discussed with the Dean of Technical Education and Workforce Development and/or the Vice President for Instructional Services.

Cosmetology instructors typically work approximately 8 hours Monday through Friday. There are some Saturdays when instructors open additional lab hours for students; these fall outside of the normal contract and are compensated separately. Additionally the regular curriculum extends into the month of June and at least one instructor receives additional compensation to teach this extended curriculum.

In addition to a 9-month 172-day contract for faculty and a substantial benefits package this position receives other benefits such as multiple holiday days. The college is closed for holidays throughout the academic year including several three-day weekends one week at Thanksgiving two weeks at Christmas. Faculty also receive a fall break and spring break off in March.

The successful applicant will be a part of the colleges Technical Education and Workforce Development team a dedicated group of individuals working in a fast-paced rapidly changing environment.

Supervision is provided by an Assistant Dean and the Dean of Technical Education and Workforce Development.

Cosmetology Instructor

This is a full-time 172-day contract position under the direction of the appropriate Division Chair and the Dean of Technical Education & Workforce Development. The primary assignment is to facilitate guide and evaluate learning that leads to licensure by the State of Kansas and employment in the Cosmetology industry.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Teaching assigned day and/or evening courses using lecture lab hands-on demonstration cooperative learning and additional teaching methods including online/hybrid delivery. Courses are offered in accordance with established standards and course syllabi.
• Providing individual and small group learning diagnostic assessment of students and identification of appropriate learning materials.
• Integrating appropriate technology for class demonstrations labs and instruction for all levels of courses taught.
• Participating in course and curriculum design student advisement program review and college committees as required to maintain and improve the learning program.
• Remaining current in subject matter and in the techniques most effective to promote student learning.
• Participating in staff and college meetings and contributing through appropriate committee assignments.
• Assist in the management of the programs budget for supplies.
• Remain involved in the regional Cosmetology workforce needs including: maintaining an active advisory committee presence for the program assessing educational and training needs of the area workforce evaluating the success of graduates. Work to ensure the college has a continued role in the success of the regional workforce.
• Participate in course and curriculum design student advisement program review and serve on college committees as required to maintain and improve student learning.
• Participate in staff and college meetings and contribute through appropriate committee assignment.
• Performing other relevant tasks as assigned.

Performance Measurements:

• Strong commitment to quality teaching student learning and academic excellence.
• A commitment to serve diverse communities including but not limited to socioeconomic cultural disability and ethnic backgrounds.
• Learner-centered able to lead the learning process to inspire motivate and help students to succeed.
• Appreciation and respect for the students role contribution and responsibility in the learning process.
• Commitment to develop learning outcomes and design alternative approaches to learning.
• Ability and willingness to apply knowledge of academic or occupational areas in designing strategies related to learning outcomes.
• Commitment to integrate new technologies and strategies into the learning process.
• Commitment to using technologies and instructional support resources to address unique needs of each learner.
• Intellectual and ethical qualities that evoke confidence and respect.
• Enthusiasm flexibility openness to change and willingness to experiment and innovate.
• Commitment to continuing education and professional development.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and strong interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

Minimum:

• Must meet State of Kansas Board of Cosmetology requirements:
  • Current Kansas Cosmetologist License.
  • Current Kansas Cosmetology Instructor License:
    • Requires 300/450 hours of instructor training. The college can assist interested candidates in obtaining these hours.
      • Contact Brandy Unruh () and Daisy Mastin () for more information.
    • Successfully passed the State Board of Kansas Cosmetology instructor written exam.
• 2 years of experience in industry

Preferred:

• Associate of Applied Science Degree preferred.

Strong preference will be given to candidates who establish the highest level of professional competency as evidenced by:

• Cosmetology teaching experience at multiple skill levels.
• Teaching experience at a rural community college.
• Ability to motivate and teach students of diverse learning styles and backgrounds.
• Knowledge of computer-assisted learning strategies.
• Commitment to the discipline through involvement in professional organizations and activities.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Commitment to the discipline through involvement in professional organizations and activities