Cosmetology Faculty

Title: Cosmetology Faculty

Employee Classification: Faculty

Institution: TCAT Murfreesboro

Department: Cosmetology

Campus Location: TCAT Murfreesboro, 1303 Old Fort Parkway, Murfreesboro, TN 37219

Hours: 7:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, and as needed to fulfill duties of the position

Salary: $49,159 - $64,259 commensurate with Tennessee College of Applied Technology salary guidelines

Supervises: N/A

Reports to: Vice President for Instruction and Accreditation

Job Summary

The Tennessee College of Applied Technology is seeking to fill the position of Cosmetology Full-Time Day Faculty. Faculty report to the Vice President of Instruction and Accreditation for the development, implementation, evaluation, modification, and operation of the Cosmetology program.

Job Duties

• Develop, teach, and update the theory and practical instruction of the curriculum.
• Perform assigned responsibilities, duties, and tasks according to established practices, procedures, techniques, and standards in a safe manner and with minimal supervision.
• Effectively apply a multi-method approach to enhance student understanding of materials, including demonstrations, lectures, hands-on activities, and experience in live works to provide the student with the knowledge to gain employment and licensure in the cosmetology industry.
• Monitor, grade and evaluate individual student progress; accurately maintain student records for grades and attendance and enter into Banner system. Maintain accurate and timely records mandated by the Tennessee State Board of Cosmetology.
• Build and maintain relationships with area employers to facilitate the referral and employment of career and technical students.
• Cooperate with outside agencies; work with program advisory committees; conduct visits to business and industry; establish and maintain good public relations with the school's general public.
• Work in cooperation with other departments and the community to enhance employment opportunities for students.
• Complete surveys, records, and reports of students and program graduates in a timely manner.
• Communicate effectively in a professional, tactful, and courteous manner with students, employees, faculty, and the general public.
• Ensure that all activities are conducted within the established guidelines of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA).
• Hold program advisory board meetings twice a year and record meeting minutes.
• Assist with student job placement and follow-up information.
• Assist with post-secondary student recruitment. Recruit high school students and develop support from high school instructors.
• Continue personal training and professional development to stay abreast of changes within the industry.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Active Tennessee State Board of Cosmetology Instructor's License.
• Minimum of three (3) years of current work experience in the Cosmetology profession.

Preferred Qualifications

• Teaching, training, or salon management experience
• Experience in higher education.
• Possess valid TN driver's license.
• Willing to travel as needed.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Must possess solid computer skills, including Microsoft Office programs, audio/visual equipment, and related software.
• Must be proficient in oral and written communication with a heavy emphasis on the ability to formulate and communicate ideas to individuals and/or groups.
• Must have the knowledge and ability to instruct, analyze, and solve student concerns.
• Ability to understand which teaching methods best serve the student's needs, interests, and ability to learn.
• Ability to develop accurate and objective standards to measure learning or administer testing or other evaluations to determine effectiveness and ensure a high level of comprehension has been achieved.
• Ability to teach all courses within the Cosmetology curriculum.

Physical Requirements:

• Work performed in office, lab and classroom environments. Position requires the use of a computer.
• Walking or standing to a significant degree; sitting for brief periods of time; be able to bend, stoop and squat in order to demonstrate skills; use body members (arms, hands, fingers).
• Communicating for extended periods while lecturing.

• Must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.
• Must be able to access and navigate all areas of the campus.

In order to be considered for this position, applicants must click the APPLY button on this page and complete the application process.

Applications accepted through September 11, 2024.

Salary Range:

This is a full-time, exempt position. Salary range $49,159 to $64,259, commensurate with qualifications, education, experience and in accordance with the guidelines established by the Tennessee Board of Regents.

Human Resources Office

Tennessee College of Applied Technology Murfreesboro

Telephone (615) 898-8010 x145

E-mail: HR@tcatmurfreesboro.edu

Website: www.tcatmurfreesboro.edu

Tennessee College of Applied Technology Murfreesboro is an EEO/AA/Title VI/Title IX/Sections 504/ADA Employer

The Tennessee College of Applied Technology Murfreesboro does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity or national origin, sex, disability, age status as a protected veteran or any other class protected by Federal or State laws and regulations and by Tennessee Board of Regents policies with respect to employment, programs, and activities.