Cosmetology Trainer (ADM3045)

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Essential Functions –

• Maintain facilities and compliance with all requirements of the Kansas Board of Cosmetology (KBOC).
• Teach courses (lecture, lab and clinical) in Cosmetology. Teaching assignments may include day and/or evening courses.
• Plan, implement, and sponsor appropriate activities to supplement instruction. 
• Assist in selecting textbooks, developing/revising/updating curricula, completing reports, tracking, and entering assessment data.
• Maintain evaluation and attendance records as requested by the department and/or Vice President of Academic Affairs.
• Maintain skills in teaching methods and course development as recommended by HutchCC.
• Participate, as possible, in faculty development activities at the college and within state and regional organizations.
• Maintain records, attendance, and files as requested by the department and/or Vice President of Academic Affairs.
• Maintain confidentiality in a student-centered environment.
• Incorporate study skills, adult learning theory, and teaching/learning strategies to improve student persistence and retention. 
• Develop and implement effective plans for recruitment and retention of cosmetology students.
• Assist with organization and implementation of clinical experiences including reception, promotions and marketing, and student contests/activities in collaboration with other facility trainers/instructors and cooperating agencies.
• Participate in program advisory committee meetings (at least twice per year) with area employers. Strengthen partnerships with advisory board members and community businesses to promote the program, seek input and meet workforce needs. 
• Arrive on time for work, attend work regularly, and successfully complete the responsibilities of the position.
• Comply with HutchCC policies, procedures, and practices.

Secondary –

• Establish and maintain effective professional relationships with staff, students, faculty and other HutchCC stakeholders.
• May advise prospective and enrolled students in the appropriate curricula.
• Remain current with trends and developments in cosmetology. Pursue, promote and monitor professional development opportunities for continuing education while maintaining KBOC licensing requirements.
• Serve actively on institutional committees.
• May mentor honors students.
• May sponsor co-curricular activities such as SkillsUSA.
• Perform other responsibilities as assigned by the Department Chairperson or the Vice President of Academic Affairs.

QUALIFICATIONS (Essential):

• KBOC-Cosmetology and Instructor for the Cosmetology Profession licenses are required.
• Evidence of effective teaching experience at the collegiate level preferred.
• Associate or baccalaureate degree preferred.
• Work experience in the cosmetology field.
• Communicate effectively with individuals from diverse ethnic, racial, socioeconomic, gender and disabilities populations.
• Follow written and oral instructions accurately, be attentive to detail, and work independently.
• Collaborate and possess excellent organizational skills.
• Physical requirements include excellent written, verbal and listening communication skills; understand words and respond effectively and appropriately; visual acuity to view a computer terminal; use appropriate judgment and to apply tact and courtesy in difficult situations; light/indoor work environment.
• Mental requirements include the ability to learn and comprehend basic instructions about the position.
• Physical and mental qualifications must be performed with or without a reasonable accommodation. 
• The qualifications listed are guidelines for selection purposes; alternative qualifications may be substituted if sufficient to perform the duties.

SALARY and STATUS:

Salary is commensurate with qualifications as determined by HutchCC administration. This full-time administrative staff position is 12-months annual, benefit eligible, at-will, and exempt.

APPLICATION:

The hired candidate will be required to submit official, non-issued to student, transcripts and KBOC License(s).

Start date: 2025 January