Cosmetology Instructor; Career and Tech Center: Grades 9-12

Job Title:

Cosmetology Instructor (Career and Tech Center: Grades 9-12)

• Position Type: DCALS Home of Career and Technical Education
• Date Posted: 1/28/2026
• Location:
  
  Dakota County Area Learning School, Rosemount MN
• Date Available:
  
  08/15/2026
• District:
  Intermediate School District 917

Provide instruction to high school students enrolled in our Career and Technical Center located at Dakota County Technical College in Rosemount, MN. Incumbents are responsible for teaching students in assigned disciplines in classrooms, small groups, or at home; adapting teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests; developing individual educational plans designed to promote students' educational, physical, or social development;

establishing and enforcing rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among students; administering tests to help determine students' developmental levels, needs, or potential; and conferring with parents, guardians, teachers, counselors, or administrators to resolve students' behavioral or academic problems.

• Develop lesson plans and instructional materials providing effective teaching strategies while adhering to the District philosophy and vision.
• Create a classroom environment that responds to the needs of individual learners; develop reasonable rules of classroom behavior and appropriate techniques; translate lesson plans into learning experiences in a classroom environment conducive to learning by employing a variety of appropriate teaching strategies; maximize time on task.
• Plan and implements a program of study designed to meet individual student needs including adhering to state and federal requirements; evaluate accomplishments of students on a regular basis using multiple assessment methods; provide progress and interim reports for feedback.
• Encourage student enthusiasm for the learning process; encourage and facilitate the work of other staff members in a collaborative, supportive environment.
• Communicate with parents in a timely manner; maintain positive and constructive communication with students, staff, parents, and community.
• Work collaboratively with parents and other staff members to reinforce the educational program for each student; communicate effectively to meet the needs of students and maintain a positive work environment for all.
• Share responsibility during the school day for the supervision of students in areas of the school.
• Protect students, equipment, materials and facilities by taking necessary and reasonable precautions.
• Uphold and enforce board policy, district goals, administrative procedures, school rules and regulations; adhere to health and safety policies.
• Maintain appropriate work habits, including regular and punctual attendance and appropriate use of conference and planning time.
• Attend workshops, seminars and conferences as well as staff, department, curricular development and committee meetings and staff‑development session, as required.
• Respect the confidentiality of records and information regarding students, parents, and teachers in accordance with accepted professional ethics and state and federal laws.
• Keep current in subject matter knowledge and learning theory and share this knowledge for continual improvement of the school's curriculum.
• Use flexible thinking and adaptability to address student needs and respond calmly during crisis situations, when necessary.
• Other duties, as assigned.

• MN Board of Cosmetology Instructor license.
• Work experience as a cosmetologist in a salon.
• MN Board of Cosmetology Operator/Salon Manager license preferred.
• Teaching experience in a school setting is preferred.
• Previous teaching experience preferred, but recent graduates encouraged to apply.
• Experience working with at‑risk youth.
• Good oral, written, and interpersonal communication. Basic computer and email skills.

• Frequently requires exertion of up to 10 pounds of force, standing, speaking, hearing, sitting, walking, lifting, and repetitive motions.
• Occasionally requires exertion of up to 50 pounds of force, stooping, kneeling, crawling, and crouching.
• Work has standard vision requirements.
• Ability to tolerate sudden jarring movement.
• Work occasionally requires exposure to outdoor weather conditions and exposure to blood borne pathogens and may require wearing of personal protective equipment.
• Locations are generally moderately noisy.

Intermediate School District 917 is an equal opportunity employer.

Contact:
Jesica.

Huss