Activity Instructor; Master Barber

Position: Activity Instructor (Master Barber)
The Activity Instructor
- Master Barber plans and implements a Barbering curriculum that will prepare students to pass the Barber Apprentice examination and work as a barber in a local shop.

Reports To:

Program Director

Location:

Hours:

Up to 10 hrs per week;
Non Exempt

Major Duties:

* Create and facilitate robust curriculum in Barbering

* Develop partnerships with local organizations to provide free student haircuts so the class gets to practice the craft.

* Teach students the etiquette and professionalism of barbering.

* Responsible for the setup, operation and clean up of activities and the organization, inventory and storing of relevant supplies and equipment.

* Articulate expectations to students and colleagues on what aspect of the class work needs to be strengthened and practiced in preparation for the next class.

* Participate in staff trainings, meetings and development activities as specified

* Attend all staff meetings and staff development training sessions, as specified.

* Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

* High School Diploma or GED required; licensed Master Barber with a minimum of 5 years experience required

* Bilingual Spanish preferred.

* Experience in developing group lesson plans and leading group activities preferred.

* Must be able to engage young people and set structure and limits in a group setting.

* Demonstrated written, verbal, organizational, and prioritization skills.

* Capability to transition easily between working independently with a high degree of self- initiative and working a part of a team.

* Proven participant sensibility and ability to communicate with staff on all levels.

* Prior experience teaching preferred

* Must have a commitment to work from a trauma-informed, strength-based and youth and family development perspective.