Cosmetology Instructor - Esthetics

Salary : See Position Description

Location : Lakewood, CO

Job Type : Instructor

Job Number : 00924

Division : Academic Affairs

Department : Workforce Services

Opening Date : 06 / 05 / 2025

Closing Date : 6 / 26 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Mountain

To Apply : All applicants must submit : 1.Resume2.Detailed letter of interest (cover letter) addressing the job announcement

Red Rocks Community College exemplifies extraordinary. We are dedicated to our which promote student achievement, staff empowerment, and community engagement. We live our values : Integrity, Collaboration, Learning, Inclusiveness, and Communication.

RRCC seeks applicants who understand and have first-hand experience working with diverse populations, which may include but are not limited to, historically marginalized populations such as people of color, LGBTQ+ community members, veterans, first generation graduates, and people with disabilities.

Summary of Position

The Workforce Services Division at RRCC is seeking a Cosmetology Instructor - Esthetics for our Adult Night School Program to instruct, support, and prepare students for entry-level employment and state licensure in the esthetics and cosmetology industry. The instructor is responsible for delivering engaging classroom and clinical instruction, maintaining a safe and clean working environment, ensuring compliance with industry and state board standards, and continuously updating curriculum to meet current industry needs.

This position reports to the Director of Workforce Services. The course schedule for this position is Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday evenings from 4 : 00 pm - 8 : 00 pm at the Warren Tech Central Campus location. May require hours outside of normal course schedule.

This position may work up to 28 hours per week, depending on budget and need.

Qualifications

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to provide effective classroom and clinical instruction in esthetics and cosmetology.
• Knowledge of Colorado State Board of Cosmetology regulations and CTE credentialing.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Skill in maintaining client / student safety, sanitation practices, and customer service operations.
• Ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders, including industry partners, students, and staff.
• Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and modern esthetic techniques and equipment.
• Proficiency with basic computer applications and office technology.
• Ability to assess and track student learning and clinical progress.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and equity-minded instruction.

Required Qualifications

Must have a minimum of

Preferred Qualifications

Physical & Cognitive Demands

The following are some of the physical and cognitive demands commonly associated with this position.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

Red Rocks Community College provides reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities on a case-by-case basis. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process and / or during the course of employment, please contact Jennifer Matthews, Executive Director of Human Resources, at (303) 914-6298 or

Advertised Pay

The pay for this position is $1,149.00- $1,263.00 per credit hour, commensurate with education and experience. This is a part-time, FLSA exempt position and may work up to 28 hours per week, depending on budget and need.

This position has been exempted from the State Classified System.

Candidates will be evaluated based on their qualifications as related to the duties and responsibilities of the position. Candidates may redact any personally identifiable information on their materials including but are not limited to age, date of birth, and dates of attendance and date of graduation for educational institutions. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

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If you have questions regarding this position, please contact Matthew Sweeney, Dean of Workforce Services, at [email protected]

Notice to all Applicants

RRCC / CCCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Red Rocks Community College and Colorado Community College System believes when all human qualities are regarded with dignity and respect and when everyone has access to the individualized support they need, all will have the opportunity to thrive. In all aspects of the employment process, decisions are made based on merit, competence, performance and business need without regard to sex, gender, race, color, age, creed, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, familial status, veteran or military status, pregnancy status, marital status, religion, genetic information, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law. Our Accommodations and Non-Discrimination policies, plus other helpful information, can be found publicly at

We also believe in going further. At RRCC we have a focus on equity and belonging. We strive to create a community in which everyone feels respected and valued for their unique talents and contributions, and where people from all backgrounds are able to achieve their goals. Red Rocks Community College acknowledges that inclusion and equity are multifaceted and complex concepts, and that our efforts in these areas will require innovation, intention, and an institutional commitment to these principles, across our entire college community.

Red Rocks Community College is an emerging Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). As we move toward full HSI status, we are focused on servingness and are committed to creating a learning environment where equity is expected and our Latinx students thrive.

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Medical insurance is offered to instructors and other variable hour employees who have worked, on average, at least 30 hours per week in a 12-month period. RRCC / CCCS uses an initial 12-month measurement period to determine medical benefit eligibility, and a 12-month standard measurement period. Student employees are limited to working no more than 20 hours a week when classes are in session, and may work up to 28 hours a week, during academic breaks or breaks between terms at the discretion of the college, and non-classified hourly and temporary staff are limited to 28 hours in a workweek, depending on budget and need. Additional information about medical insurance, and Life and Disability benefit information can be found at the site under "Instructor & Variable Hour Employee Benefit Information."

Sick leave is granted in accordance with , accrued at one hour of paid sick leave for every 30 hours worked, up to a maximum of 48 hours per year.

Instructors and non-student hourly are required to contribute to at a fixed percentage of their salary and do not contribute to Social Security. RRCC / CCCS student employees are not eligible to participate in PERA. RRCC / CCCS offers three tax-deferred investment plans, including 401(k), 403(b) and 457. Employee assistance services such as counseling, professional coaching, financial planning, and more, are available to you and members of your household at no cost through the Colorado State Employee Assistance Program State employees are eligible to participate in which offers discounts for retailers and services and other benefits resources. Employees may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Additional information about this program can be found on the website.

Do you have an Associates Degree in Cosmetology, Salon Management, or related field AND Current Colorado Cosmetology License ANDCurrent Colorado Cosmetology Instructor License, AND Has, or qualifies for, postsecondary CTE credential including 4000 non-teaching occupational hours within the last 7 years (2000 hours if at a Bachelor's Degree or higher OR High School Diploma or GED, Certificates of completion of training programs in Cosmetology, Nail Technician, or Esthetician, ANDCurrent Colorado Cosmetology License, ANDHas or qualifies for, postsecondary CTE credentials including 4000 non-teaching occupation hours within the last 7 years?

Required Question