Cosmetology Instructor​/Program Manager

Position: Cosmetology Instructor/Program Manager - South Florida State College
Job Description:

Full-time (11-month) faculty position to teach Cosmetology and related specialty courses beginning Fall (August 2026). Position oversees the operation of the Cosmetology program.

Duties and Responsibilities:

* Guides learning in the teaching discipline and related courses at various campuses and centers.

* Assists in curriculum development, creating learning activities and implementing assessment and planning.

* Works a basic work week of forty (40) hours which includes classroom instruction, office hours for student conferences, preparation/research and other professional activities.

* Attends and participates in departmental meetings, college-wide academic meetings, and official functions scheduled by the administration. Serves on college committees as assigned.

* Evaluates student learning outcomes and objective achievement, maintaining and reporting information as prescribed by college policies and procedures; supervises students and resolves classroom problems.

* Maintains appropriate credentials and current knowledge of developments and teaching strategies in the discipline/program areas taught. Participates in professional development activities including, but not limited to: workshops and conferences; membership in professional organizations; self-improvement course work and activities.

* Participates in and supports faculty and student activities. Maintains good relationships with community agencies and groups, participating when appropriate.

* Contributes to unit planning, assessment, and college institutional effectiveness efforts.

* Acts in accordance with local, state, and federal laws/regulations as well as College policies and procedures.

* Performs other duties as assigned.

SFSC is strongly committed to diversity and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates

Requirements:

Educational:
Vocational certificate in Cosmetology and a minimum of two (2) years of experience as a licensed cosmetologist required.

Experiential:
Teaching or cosmetology operations management experience required. Current cosmetology license required.

Additional Information:

Classification:
Faculty

Instructional Supervisor:
Professor/Chair, Business and Technology

Work Schedule:

Monday - Thursday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm;
Friday hours vary based on college activities and office needs.

Posting Date:
May 12, 2026

Starting Annual Salary Range: with a Bachelor's degree (or less) $54,559-$58,755; with a Master's degree $58,797-$63,320; with a Master's degree + 30 GSH $60,805-$65,482; with a Doctorate $64,516-$69,479

Application review begins:
June 10, 2026

SOUTH FLORIDA STATE COLLEGE IS AN EQUAL ACCESS/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY INSTITUTION

Applicants with disabilities who need assistance in the application or hiring process should contact:
Human Resources, , or send written request to:

South Florida State College

ATTN:
Director, Human Resources

EA/EO & ADA Officer

600 West College Drive

Avon Park, FL 33825

Application Instructions:

To apply for this position please click the "Apply Now" button and complete the online application process. To be considered for this position you must complete the EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION in its entirety. Resumes and transcripts are required as well for this position. (Please be prepared to upload unofficial copies of your transcripts). If you experience trouble with the application process, please  to contact the help desk.

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