SUMMARY
This position will deliver education and training to students in cosmetology courses through effective instruction. The
instructors promote student success by demonstrating and maintaining instructional excellence and currency in the field
throughout their employment at the college, through virtual, online, and classroom instruction.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE
* Instruct cosmetology courses.
* Promote optimum student learning and continuous quality improvement of curriculum and program operations to
increase program effectiveness.
* Work cooperatively with current Southwest Tech staff & variety of business customers to customize training and
provide a quality-learning environment for students.
* Use evidence-informed instructional approaches.
* Prepare and deliver student support activities.
* Continuously evaluate student progress, providing informative and summative feedback through formal and
informal means.
* Provide applications-based learning activities that accommodate a variety of learning styles.
* Pursue and maintain appropriate certifications, qualifications, and licensure to maintain a high level of technical
competency.
* Maintain applicable salon equipment.
* Monitor training areas to ensure compliance with safety requirements.
* Provide service-learning opportunities through salon management.
* Other duties as assigned.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE
* Two-year associate degree or Technical Diploma in cosmetology and minimum of 3 years of related work
experience required, of which at least 1 year shall be within 5 years prior to the date of appointment.
* Cosmetology license required.
* Ability to work with a diverse student population and implement a student-focused instructional approach.
* Teaching/presentation experience preferred.
* Computer knowledge of Microsoft Office, email, and internet.
* Must possess a valid driver's license.
* Various certifications as required by subject area and/or the College.

COSMETOLOGY ADJUNCT INSTRUCTOR KNOWLEDGE
* Cosmetology subject area.
* Cosmetology Technology.
* Applicable laws, rules, and regulations.
* Teaching methods and principles.
* Budget principles.
* Curriculum principles.
* Current trends in cosmetology.

SKILLS
* Development of teaching plans.
* Delivery of instruction.
* Developing curriculum.
* Managing classrooms.
* Demonstrating mastery in subject area(s).
* Assessing student and cohort progress.
* Utilizing communication and interpersonal skills as
applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor,
the general public, and others sufficient to
exchange or convey information.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS STATEMENT
* Southwest Tech is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace. While certain job roles may
require physical capabilities, we welcome applicants of all abilities and are committed to providing reasonable
accommodations throughout the hiring process and in the workplace.

APPLICATIONS
Internal and External applicants complete and submit the online employment application at www.swtc.edu/jobs
For questions regarding the application process, or if you need an accommodation, please email Human Resources at
humanresources@swtc.edu or 608.822.2314. (TDD: 608.822.2072).

SALARY RANGES
Bachelor's (BS): $45,518 - $55,467
Advanced (AS) & Master's (MS): $49,792 - $60,677

SELECTION PROCESS
The Review Committee will screen applicants and contact them for an interview. Meeting the minimum qualifications does
not assure the candidate an interview. Final candidate's employment offer may be subject to completion of a criminal
background check and pre-employment drug screening.

Southwest Tech does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs and activities. The Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Officer has been designated to handle inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies. Call 800-362-3322, Ext. 2315 (TDD: 608-822-2072) or write Southwest Tech, 1800 Bronson Blvd., Fennimore, WI 53809.