Cosmetology Instructor

Job Description

Job Description

Salary : Starting at $40-$50k per year

Are you passionate about inspiring the next generation of beauty and wellness leaders? Would you love to be part of those light bulb moments with students? From the classroom to the clinic floor, our educators make a lasting impact every day. At Aveda Fredrics Institute, we teach more than just skills - we're committed to developing future leaders in the world of beauty and wellness!

Who We Are :

Do What You Love Love What You Do. Founded in 2004, Nurtur Aveda is a community of professionals dedicated to environmental responsibility and developing future leaders in the world of beauty and wellness.

Responsibilities :

• Uphold the Nurtur Core Values and Behaviors and Aveda Success Factors
• Demonstrate a strong understanding that the salon / spa industry is high touch and requires strong interpersonal skills and attention to the needs of others
• Provide ongoing recognition, support, and motivation for students and peers
• Serve as a role model by communicating and enforcing policies and procedures, safety, sanitation and security standards, the Code of Conduct, and the dress code
• Help maintain a cohesive, cooperative work environment through team building and motivation
• Work continuously to create and nurture strong working relationships with others
• Effectively implement and sustain Aveda curriculum initiatives in course curriculum and service cycle on the clinic floor
• Prepare lesson plans in advance, in a way that reflects current industry standards and is in line with approved education materials
• Actively engage students in their education through demonstrations, activities and interactive teaching
• Continually check with students for understanding of subject matter and adjust teaching methods to ensure all students are active participants
• Coach students to meet service and retail goals; educate students on products
• Utilize clinic floor and classroom processes according to Institute guidelines and timeframes; ensure safe and sanitary practices by students when practicing or demonstrating technique
• Ensure that all waste materials are recycled in the proper fashion as dictated by local laws and Company guidelines
• Consistently apply Aveda technical standards at all times
• Partner with Director and Education Manager to ensure compliance with all NACCAS and State Board regulations
• Assist with ensuring strong student outcomes including graduation 90%, licensure 95% and placement 90%
• Maintain academic records consistent with Institute guidelines and ensure all grades are recorded and turned into the Student Success team within each phase of the program; ensure continuous evaluation is given to students regarding performance in theory, practical, clinic floor experiences, etc.
• Ensure you communicate all student challenges to all members of leadership, collaborate and work towards a solution
• Enforce policies and procedures set forth in the Student Handbook; ensure that students comply with Institute set directives; follow and help implement all branded visual presentation standards and guidelines
• Address student challenges in an effective and timely manner; counsel and assist students in resolving issues
• Ensure Aveda Rituals are performed on every guest; demonstrate an understanding of the actions, values, and behaviors that constitute a strong guest care culture
• Identify and resolve guest and student issues and / or requests in an efficient and timely manner
• Schedule and pre-book guest appointments as needed
• Work closely with other team members and students to achieve service and retail sales goals; take initiative and accountability for the accuracy of information and for achieving results
• Motivate self and others to overcome obstacles and achieve goals
• Actively participate in Institute events and encourage participation from team members, guests, and students in all Institute events
• Attend conference calls, meetings, and training sessions as required
• Attend at least four (12) hours of continuing instructor education every year, which includes 4 hours of teaching methodology
• Perform duties as assigned and / or required to meet business needs
• Abide by all other Nurtur policies and procedures as outlined in the Team Member Handbook and Code of Conduct

Requirements :

Physical Demands and Work Environment :

Perks and Benefits :

Travel Requirements : The team member in this position must be able to travel locally to events and for out-of-state training and events as necessary.

Equal Opportunity Employer :

Nurtur Holdings LLC (including its affiliated organizations) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employees and applicants are covered by federal and state laws designed to safeguard employees and job applicants from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military service, or other non-merit-based factors. Consistent with these obligations, Nurtur also provides reasonable accommodations to employees and applicants with disabilities and for sincerely held religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

If you've ever thought about sharing your skills and experience with others, here's your opportunity. Apply today!