Harlem Children's Zone (HCZ) is a world-renowned education and poverty-fighting organization based in New York and is seeking an enthusiastic, dedicated, mission-aligned Cosmetology Specialist with our High School After-School program.

The Cosmetology Specialist will bring a passion for the mission of Harlem Children’s Zone: break the cycle of intergenerational poverty with comprehensive, on-the-ground programming that builds up opportunities for children and families to thrive in school, work, and life.

We are seeking a Cosmetology Specialist with expertise and an understanding of how to adapt a cosmetology curriculum to an after-school setting. The ideal candidate will be able to teach students to present. They will be able to expose students to available technologies and programming through a designed curriculum and through a series of projects designed by students. The Cosmetology Specialist must be able to motivate and maintain the interest of students while setting a positive example. Additionally, the Cosmetology Specialist must take a sincere, active, and appropriate interest in the well-being and success of all students.

Minimum Requirements

• High School Diploma required

 Who you are

• A commitment to the mission and programs of HCZ
• Expertise in Cosmetology
• Create basic lesson plans
• Familiarity with electronic attendance tracking
• Ability to document and maintain student progress notes
• Ability to effectively engage students
• Patient, motivated, well organized, with exceptional communication skills
• Dedicated to providing positive outcomes for children and families residing in Harlem

What You’ll Do

• Engage a group of 15-20 students in a curriculum exploring Cosmetology as a tool for project-based learning
• Design a curriculum to introduce students to the world of Cosmetology and a variety of forms such as esthetics, makeup, and hairstyling.
• Coordinate Cosmetology based trips, special events, student showcases, and other activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Schedule

• Ability to work Monday through Friday, 4 pm – 8 pm. 

Benefits

As a member of the Harlem Children's Zone team, you will join a supportive and inclusive community dedicated to helping children, families — and our staff — thrive. 

Please take a look at our Part-Time benefits below. 

Our exceptional Part-Time benefits include: 

• Career advancement
• Paid sick leave
• Employee referral bonus 
• Physical wellness discounts
• Commuter benefits
• Additional Benefits (Discounts on flights, hotels, theme parks, concert tickets, and more.)

The hourly rate for this position is $25-$30. To be considered, interested applicants can submit a cover letter and resume to hczcareers@hcz.org. No telephone inquiries or recruiters, please. Replies will only be sent to qualified applicants. HCZ is an EOE.