Cosmetology/Barber/Esthetics/Manicure Instructor - Gould's Salons

At our Gould's Academy we connect with each student, striving to make their school experience spectacular in every way. We operate two locations in Memphis and Bartlett.  Our mission is to prepare students with the artistic, technical, guest service, and business skills to become licensed and placed in the cosmetology, cosmetology education and guest service fields.  We have a passion and reputation for excellence in all that we do, and truly believe that what we do every day can help to improve someone's life through education.   Reporting to the Lead Instructor or Director.  Instructors contribute to the overall success of the company. 

Responsibilities

• Understand that our student is your product, and their success, is the measurement of your teaching
• Provide a positive and inspiring learning experience for all students by using a variety of teaching methods
• Cultivate the student's job readiness by making every learning situation relevant to career preparation
• Prepare lesson plans and teaching aids prior to each class taught
• Update and continually improve your own teaching techniques and Cosmetology/Barber skills being dedicated to your own personal and professional development
• Participate in school activities including staff meetings, promotions, continuing education and trainings
• Adhere to compliance regulations for all Federal and State guidelines related to professional licensing

QualificationsTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• 1 to 2-year experience preferred
• Possession of an active Tennessee Instructors/Cosmetology/Barber license
• Strong Leadership skills
• An ability to adapt to changing work environment/responsibilities
• Ability to analyze client needs and hair to select the best product & style, as well as market the chosen products
• Active listening skills and high attention to detail
• Previous beauty industry work experience is a plus