Teacher - Barbering

General Description:

The Barbering role prepares students with hands-on learning activities and meaningful instruction. Students are assisted with developing competencies that allow them to successfully enter a post-secondary school to further their skills and training or entry to the job market. This position involves coordinating programs and educating students in preparation to take the Board for Barbers and Cosmetology licensing examination. Students receive comprehensive training and skills necessary for their future roles as Barbers, contributing directly to the development of competent Barbering professionals. Upon successful completion of the program, students may earn the Virginia Board for Barbers and Cosmetology license.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Employs a wide variety of teaching methods designed to create opportunities for deep understanding and differentiated instruction for all levels of ability within a class
• Develops lesson plans, organizes teaching materials, creates assessments, and delivers instruction aligned with the course curriculum
• Coordinates all aspects of the training lab and manages program logistics
• Works cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curricula as needed for special education students according to guidelines established in Individual Education Plans (IEP)
• Collaborates with school administration and regulatory agencies to ensure compliance with program requirements and regulations
• Maintains accurate records of student attendance, skills, and performance in accordance with state-approved competency evaluation programs
• Maintains current and comprehensive curricula, utilizing appropriate methods to assess student performance in the classroom and laboratory, ensuring alignment with state standards and industry best practices
• Prepares a syllabus for each assigned course which meets VDOE content requirements
• Ensures students acquire the necessary knowledge and skills to successfully obtain state certification and effectively prepare for employment as a Barber.
• Serves as an advisor for SkillsUSA, student-led organization
• Assumes responsibility for own professional growth and development by attending workshops, lectures, and institutes on specific subjects to enhance job performance
• Maintains confidentiality of work-related information and materials
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Must hold or be eligible for a Virginia professional teaching license with an endorsement in Trade and Industry - Barber
• Currently hold a Virginia Barber license
• Minimum of two (2) years of industry experience as a licensed Barber.

• Bilingual skills including Spanish are a plus. 

HOW TO APPLY: All applicants (including RPS employees) must submit an online application. Please access website at: www.rvaschools.net

Please upload the following information with your application: a current resume, transcript and license if applicable.  Three references names and contact information will be required if you progress to the interview step of the selection process.  Richmond Public Schools will conduct a background investigation, fingerprinting, and tuberculosis screening as a condition of employment. EOE.

PAY SCALE: Teacher's salary scale

START DATE: Based on School Board approval

Salary : $58,674 - $109,165