Part-Time Cosmetology Electives Instructor (Pool)


FLSA Status: Exempt

Salary Schedule: Placement on the adjunct faculty salary schedule is based upon education and credited experience. Pending any course assignment, initial placement can range as follows: Lab Course (Salary Schedule HB) - $89.20 up to $130.94 per hour. Lecture Course (Salary Schedule AJ) - $103.85 up to $151.07.

Months Per Year: Semester assignments as needed

Mandated Reporter: Yes

Campus Security Authority: No

The duties below are representative of the duties of the classification and are not intended to cover all of the duties performed by the incumbent(s) of any particular position. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the scope of work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to this classification.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Teach classes as assigned from the Cosmetology Department curriculum in one or more of the following areas:
   • Fundamental and advanced skills involved with becoming an entry-level make-up artist, including high-fashion make-up skills, special-event make-up, corrective make-up, and editorial make-up
   • Technique and maintenance for wigs and extensions

A valid California State Board of Cosmetology License is required for the Duties and Responsibilities listed below:

1. Instruction designed for students who have completed or are currently enrolled in the Cosmetology program:
   • Advance natural hair care skills and discuss career opportunities in natural hair care. Topics include: history of natural hairstyling, disinfection and sanitation, hair types, basic anatomy, and natural hair and braid sculpting techniques
2. Instruction designed for current and former students of the Esthetics Program and estheticians licensed by the State of California:
   • Focuses on the advancement of esthetic procedures. Topics include: chemical and mechanical peels, electrical modalities, body waxing, and speed waxing. Also, an introduction to medical esthetics and an exploration of career opportunities in this field.
3. Instruction designed for students enrolled in or graduates of a cosmetology or esthetician program and/or licensed cosmetologists and estheticians
   • Introductory skills for creating semi-permanent eyelash enhancements. Will include types of eyelash extensions, eyelash perms, eyelash tinting, and techniques for application, client services, and career exploration
4. Consult with students during regularly scheduled office hours
5. Maintain expertise in current teaching and discipline technologies
6. Perform other duties required by contract, collective bargaining agreement, and general institutional needs. The College offers day and evening classes

Employment Standards (acquired through education, training, and/or experience)

Knowledge of:

1. And currency in all phases of salon work and advanced teaching techniques related to cosmetology
2. The use of technology in teaching
3. Theoretical and practical applications of the subject matter and the ability to organize and teach in ways appropriate to students' abilities

Skills and Abilities:

1. Experience teaching or preparation to teach college-level courses in basic and advanced hair styling, chemical reformation, hair coloring, salon management, competition hairstyling, cosmetician science, manicure science, and fashion concepts
2. Successful industry work experience related to the teaching assignment.
3. Experience in teaching or preparation to teach college-level courses in cosmetology
4. Understanding and commitment to the role and purpose of the community college
5. Use and develop teaching methods that emphasize cooperation and collaboration, and engage students actively in learning, encouraging them to become independent, creative learners with higher-order thinking skills
6. Organize and explain materials in ways appropriate to students with different abilities, levels of preparation, and cultural experiences
7. Develop instructional learning outcomes and develop methods for assessing students' achievement of these outcomes
8. Acceptance of the division's commitment to established academic standards

Job Requirements:

• Any bachelor's degree or higher and two years of related professional experience, OR any associate degree and six years of related professional experience OR the equivalent (see below). Professional experience is required when the applicant possesses a master's degree.
• Demonstrated cultural competence, sensitivity to, and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, ethnic, neurodivergent, and LGBTQIA+ backgrounds of community college students, faculty, and staff as these factors relate to the need for equity-minded practice both within and outside of the classroom.

Note: If you believe your degree, academic background, or professional achievements are equivalent to the stated minimum qualifications, please complete the Application for Equivalence - For Faculty Positions (you may choose more than one category), which is available as an option during the application submission process. Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications as outlined above do not need to complete this form.

a) Degree Equivalence
The employee or applicant possesses a degree(s) with similar content to those listed for the relevant discipline. The name of the degree is close to that specified on the Disciplines List but the degree either has a different title or area of expertise or the coursework is slightly different. Equivalence is established through analysis of transcripts and coursework.

b) Academic Background Equivalence
Related to disciplines in which a Master's degree is not generally expected or available. The employee or applicant must have completed at least 24 semester units (or equivalent) of coursework in the academic field being applied for, and must possess at least the equivalent level of achievement and the equivalent in breadth, depth of understanding, and rigor in each of the following:

i. a broad cultural education usually met by the general education requirements for any Bachelor's or Associate's degree, and

ii. a detailed study of the discipline in breadth, depth, and rigor, usually met by coursework required for the degree major.

c) Professional Achievement Equivalence
The employee or applicant must have completed the general education requirements for any Bachelor's or Associate's degree, and show evidence of outstanding professional achievement and/or substantial training in the requested field. The employee or applicant must submit substantial evidence, which demonstrates that their preparation, teaching experience, work experience, and ability are equivalent to those expected from a person who meets the minimum qualifications.

Additional Information:
Safety: to promote a safe working and learning environment employees must report any unsafe working conditions or practices, as well as any near-miss incident to their supervisor.

• Position is designated as a Mandated Reporter under the Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act
• Position is a Responsible Employee under the Equity in Education Act and Title IX

Work Demands

The environmental, physical, and mental demands described here are representative of those that an employee must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

Environmental: typical on-site office environment; in-person work expected with potential to participate in the District's telework program, as available.

• Frequent hearing and speaking to exchange information in person and online
• Comprehend speech at normal levels
• Upper limb dexterity to operate computers and peripheral equipment
• Vision sufficient for daily and frequent use of computers, databases, and written materials
• Sitting for extended periods of time
• Frequent bending at the waist
• Physical presence at on-site locations
• Communicate and interact with others
• Observe and interpret people and situations
• Learn and apply new information or skills
• Perform highly detailed work on multiple concurrent tasks
• Perform highly detailed work under changing priorities and deadlines on multiple concurrent tasks
• Work with frequent interruptions
• Self-regulate emotion and behavior

Benefits: Academic employees participate in the State Teachers' Retirement System (STRS), a defined-benefit retirement plan through the State of California or they may choose to participate in the STRS Cash Balance program or Social Security.

EEO Statement: San Mateo County Community College District is an Equal Opportunity, Title IX, and Section 504 employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment based on race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, medical condition, physical or mental disability, or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law. We seek to employ individuals who reflect our community's diversity of cultures, languages, and abilities.

Our EEO Plan, grounded in Title 5 regulations, is developed and monitored by an EEO Advisory Committee, reviewed at least every three years, and supported by regular training for all members of selection and screening committees. We collect and analyze recruitment and retention data to measure progress and identify barriers.

Annual Security Report

San Mateo County Community College District's (SMCCCD) 2024 Annual Security Report (ASR), required by the Clery Act, includes statistics for the previous three years (2021-2023) concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus; in certain off-campus buildings owned or controlled by SMCCCD; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from SMCCCD. The 2024 Annual Security Report also outlines various campus safety and security policies concerning crime reporting, prevention and response to sexual and gender violence, alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, emergency response and evacuation procedures, and other matters. The Annual Security Report also includes important tips to help every community member remain safe and avoid becoming a victim of crime. The 2024 Annual Security Report is now available on the Public Safety website. You can also obtain a copy of this report by contacting the Department of Public Safety at the District Office or any of the three Campuses (650) 738-7000. The report includes information about criminal activity on our campuses, emergency procedures, and resources.


Closes: 6/30/2026

To apply, visit http://smccd.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=191460





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