Professor of Cosmetology

Professor of Cosmetology

Reports to:

Director of Cosmetology.

Under general direction of the Director of Cosmetology, provides coordination, oversight, instruction for courses offered through the Cosmetology program. Also responsible for assisting the director in planning, budgeting, course scheduling, evaluation of instructors, and recruiting.

• Teach Cosmetology classes each semester, as assigned.
• Provide instructional lab and salon supervision for NMJC students.
• Prepare pertinent lessons and demonstrations for all assigned classes.
• Prepare/update a detailed course syllabus for Cosmetology classes each semester.
• Instruct, lecture, or guide each class meeting in an organized manner.
• Provide appropriate curriculum assessment of each student.
• Assign and document all grading procedures for each class participant.
• Maintain required Cosmetology certification(s) and professional development currency in all subject matter taught.
• Submit all assigned paperwork properly and within assigned deadlines.
• Have current knowledge of the Cosmetology industry.
• Model professionalism and good human relations skills for students.
• Attend departmental advisory board meetings.
• Maintain appropriate state licensure.
• Accept other duties as assigned.
• The President may assign the employee to other college activities for which the employee is qualified to meet the needs of New Mexico Junior College.

• A minimum of one year of experience working in the field of Cosmetology.
• Must hold a current New Mexico Cosmetology Instructors license or be immediately eligible for a provisional instructor's license upon hire.
• Associate's degree from an accredited institution preferred.
• Candidate should have good human relation skills, knowledge of the state board requirements, and current knowledge of the Cosmetology service industry.
• Must possess the ability to instruct a diverse student population and be comfortable with a range of instructional technology.

• Knowledge of college, departmental, and standard office policies and procedures.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
• Knowledge of the principles, theories, practices, methods and techniques used in curriculum development, lesson planning and classroom instruction.
• Skill in proficient operation of a personal computer.
• Skill in English composition, grammar, spelling and punctuation.
• Ability to meet assigned course and departmental deadlines.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.

This is a nine-month faculty position. Salary is based on the NMJC faculty salary schedule and is commensurate with education and experience for a nine-month position. Standard benefits apply.