Barber Instructor

Job Description

The Elaine Sterling Institute is seeking a licensed Barbering Instructor to join our team and support the next generation of barbers. Our mission is to be the global leader in spa and beauty education by blending classical European traditions with modern American scientific technologies. We pursue this mission by delivering educational excellence and maintaining a long-term commitment to each student’s personal and professional growth.

Barber Instructor

As a Barber Instructor, you'll play a direct role in bringing that mission to life every day.

We are growing and ready to hire immediately!

$1,000 sign on bonus!

A day in the life of an ESI Barber instructor:

• Prepare and deliver approved daily lesson plans, curriculum, and hands-on demonstrations in modern and classical barbering techniques.
• Provide meaningful daily instruction through lectures, technical demos, practical applications, skills assessments, and testing.
• Conduct monthly academic reviews, evaluate student performance, and maintain accurate classroom and attendance records.
• Enter grades, credit hours, and work-based learning assignments promptly and accurately.
• Serve as a knowledgeable industry resource and mentor, supporting student development in both skill and professionalism.
• Monitor student attendance and encourage student success.
• Review and approve student time-sheets and earned credits.
• Collaborate with fellow instructors and staff to support a unified, high-quality learning environment.
• Incorporate school technology, digital tools, and media resources into instruction.
• Follow all GA State Board of Cosmetology and Barbers safety and sanitation procedures.

What you bring to the table:

• Maintain a current Georgia Barber Instructor License.
• Stay current with industry trends and best practices in barbering and cosmetology.
• Uphold our institutional mission by being a positive role model and mentor to every student.

What ESI delivers:

• Full-time instructors are offered a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and much more!
• Two beautiful, well-equipped locations in Buckhead and Dunwoody.
• An organization built on a teamwork driven atmosphere.
• An internal support team for our instructors so they can focus on their role which is to inspire and teach.

The Elaine Sterling Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applicants of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, or any other protected status.

Join The Elaine Sterling Institute (ESI). We are Atlanta’s leading beauty and wellness school dedicated to empowering students through excellence in education, innovation, and hands-on learning. We prepare future professionals for rewarding careers in barbering, massage therapy, esthetics, cosmetology, and nail care by blending real-world experience with expert instruction.