Cosmetology Instructor - Esthetics
Company:
Red Rocks Community College
Job Location:
Lakewood, 80228
Category:
Cosmetology
Type:
Adjunct/Part-Time
Salary: See Position Description
Location: Lakewood, CO
Job Number: 00924
Division: Academic Affairs
Department: Workforce Services
Closing Date: 6/26/2025 11:59 PM Mountain
To Apply
All applicants must submit:
1.Resume
2.Detailed letter of interest (cover letter) addressing the job announcement
Red Rocks Community College exemplifies extraordinary. We are dedicated to our Vision and Mission, 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
Must have a minimum of
Preferred Qualifications
The following are some of the physical and cognitive demands commonly associated with this position.
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 Jennifer.Matthews@rrcc.edu.
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.
Visit our Careers website to submit your application.
If you have questions regarding this position, please contact Matthew Sweeney, Dean of Workforce Services, at Matthew.Sweeney@rrcc.edu
Notice to all Applicants
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 https://www.rrcc.edu/disclaimers-and-legal-notices.
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.
For information regarding Red Rocks Community College Security, including Clery Act/Crime Statistics for the campuses and surrounding area, please see the https://www.rrcc.edu/sites/default/files/2025-03/Clery-Security-Doc-RRCC-2020.pdf
Location: Lakewood, CO
Job Number: 00924
Division: Academic Affairs
Department: Workforce Services
Closing Date: 6/26/2025 11:59 PM Mountain
To Apply
All applicants must submit:
1.Resume
2.Detailed letter of interest (cover letter) addressing the job announcement
Red Rocks Community College exemplifies extraordinary. We are dedicated to our Vision and Mission, 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.
Must have a minimum of
- Associates Degree in Cosmetology, Salon Management, or related field AND
- Current Colorado Cosmetology License AND
- Current 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
- High School Diploma or GED
- Certificates of completion of training programs in Cosmetology, Nail Technician, or Esthetician, AND
- Current Colorado Cosmetology License, AND
- Has or qualifies for, postsecondary CTE credentials including 4000 non-teaching occupation hours within the last 7 years
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- Experience teaching in a postsecondary or CTE environment
- Bilingual or multilingual communication skills
- Experience advising or mentoring students
- Experience participating in advisory committees or industry collaboration
The following are some of the physical and cognitive demands commonly associated with this position.
- Occasionally moves, positions, and transports instructional materials and supplies weighing up to 25 lbs.
- This role frequently involves standing, walking, bending, and reaching in a classroom or lab setting.
- Dexterity required for operating esthetic tools, salon equipment, and handling fine instruments.
- Constant verbal and written communication with students, faculty, and clients to exchange accurate information.
- Cognitive demands include teaching, assessing, adapting instruction, maintaining records, coordinating services, and fostering collaboration.
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 Jennifer.Matthews@rrcc.edu.
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.
Visit our Careers website to submit your application.
If you have questions regarding this position, please contact Matthew Sweeney, Dean of Workforce Services, at Matthew.Sweeney@rrcc.edu
Notice to all Applicants
- Final candidate will be subject to successful completion of a background check, and, if applicable, a motor vehicle record review.
- Former employees of the Colorado Community College System, or one of its 13 colleges, who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination, must disclose this information in their application material.
- Final candidates are required to submit unofficial transcripts for non-instructional positions and official transcripts for instructional positions to Human Resources within thirty (30) days of hire.
- Direct deposit of payroll is a condition of employment.
- Red Rocks Community College participates in E-Verify.
- Red Rocks Community College is a tobacco and smoke-free campus.
- All RRCC employees, except student employees, contribute to Colorado PERA at a fixed percentage of their earnings and do not contribute to Social Security.
- Finalist must be willing to make Colorado their primary workplace.
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 https://www.rrcc.edu/disclaimers-and-legal-notices.
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.
For information regarding Red Rocks Community College Security, including Clery Act/Crime Statistics for the campuses and surrounding area, please see the https://www.rrcc.edu/sites/default/files/2025-03/Clery-Security-Doc-RRCC-2020.pdf
