THS Hairdressing Instructor; Endorsement

Introduction

Are you an experienced hairdresser or education professional who is passionate for educating the 'future of the field' and looking to transform the lives of CT's youth population? If so, we could have just the opportunity you've been looking for! The Connecticut Technical Eduaction and Career System (CTECS) is hiring for a Hairdressing Instructor (THS Instructor) to join our team in Groton.

To be considered for this position, the incumbent must hold a 090 certification. You may verify your credentials are up-to-date here. Through exemplary trade and academic programming, CTECS prepares trade-bound students to meet the skilled workforce needs in Connecticut. We invite you to explore our CTECS Instructor Information webpage for more information.

• SCHEDULE:
  
  first shift, full time (7 hours/day) Monday through Friday.
• LOCATION:
  
  Ella T. Grasso Technical High School (Groton, CT)
• SALARY: VS01 or VS02, derived from the State Vocational Federation of Teachers
• ACADEMIC CALENDAR: CTECS follows a ten-month academic calendar (188 days per year.)

• Option to maintain State of Connecticut Teacher Retirement Plan or enroll in the State Employee Retirement System;
• A variety of medical and dental plans;
• Sick and personal leave;
• The State of CT is an eligible Public Services Loan Forgiveness employer, meaning you may be eligible to have qualifying student loans forgiven after 10 years of service.

As a CTECS employee, you may also benefit from:

• Tuition Reimbursement;
• Extra Income Opportunities;
• Professional Development; and,
• Career Growth within our System.

Visit the CTECS Employee Benefits page to learn more!

In addition, the State puts an emphasis on:

• Providing limitless opportunities;
• Hiring for diverse and fresh perspectives;
• Performing meaningful work, and;
• Encouraging a healthy work/life balance!

For over 100 years, CTECS has been the leading force in Career Technical Education (CTE) in the State of Connecticut. CTECS operates 17 diploma-granting technical high schools, one technical education center and two airframe mechanics and aircraft maintenance programs. The school system provides a direct employment pipeline for high school students and adult learners.

Our Mission:
Through exemplary trade and academic programming, CTECS prepares trade-bound students to meet the skilled workforce needs in Connecticut. Become inspired to join our educational workforce!

Cosmetology instructors are expected to be capable of teaching all aspects of the Cosmetology curriculum. The Cosmetology program is a mixture of theoretical and hands-on training. The theoretical training will require instructors to plan and deliver information, and then assess the student’s competency. This will be done in a variety of methods, some will include the use of educational technology. Instructors need the basic computer skills to access online curriculum/resources and present lessons to students.

The hands-on portion of the Cosmetology curriculum will require instructors to possess the technical skill and physical ability to complete various Cosmetology tasks. Standing and moving around can be expected for a majority of each shift. While working in the shop atmosphere, the Cosmetology instructor will be required to instruct students individually and in groups, using various teaching methods, such as lectures, discussions, and demonstrations.

Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among students. Instructors will be expected to establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among students. This position will require the instructor to observe and evaluate students' performance, behavior, social development, and physical health. The instructor will also be expected to prepare objectives and outlines for courses of study following district curriculum guidelines, as well as following the guidelines set forth by the Department of Public Health for salon settings.

A majority of the 11th and 12th grade curriculum consists of performing On-Campus Production in the salon. The instructor will be responsible for assisting students in providing beauty services such as cutting, coloring, and styling hair; massaging and treating the scalp; shampooing hair; applying makeup; removing hair; and providing nail and skincare services. Participating in building and district level professional development and…