Cosmetology Instructor

Posting Summary

Working Title
Cosmetology Instructor
Role Title
Education Support Specialist I
Role Code
29142-SW
FLSA
Nonexempt
Pay Band
02
Position Number
279W0503
Agency
Danville Community College
Division
Danville Community College (Div)
Work Location
Danville - 590
Hiring Range
$32 - 34 per hour
Emergency/Essential Personnel
No
EEO Category
7-Skilled Craft
Full Time or Part Time
Part Time
Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs-
No
Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference?
No
Work Schedule

The Instructor may have Day or Evening responsibilities. Day Instructor will work primarily: M-Thu, 9AM – 3PM. The Evening Instructor will work primarily Monday – Thursday, 5:30PM – 9:30PM.

**Commonwealth of Virginia part-time/wage employees are limited to working 1,500 hours per agency per year, which is calculated as the 365-day period from May 1st through April 30th each year. It is the employee and supervisor’s responsibility to manage and maintain the work schedule to ensure the limited 1,500 hours are not exceeded within the May 1 – April 30 365- day period.**

Sensitive Position
No
Job Description

Danville Community College developed from two institutions, Danville Technical Institute and the Danville Division of Virginia Polytechnic Institute opened in 1936 as Danville Textile School, becoming Danville Technical Institute just after World War II. The Danville Division of Virginia Polytechnic Institute first began as an engineering division in 1946 and was later expanded to include the first two years of course work for all engineering, business administration, liberal arts, and science majors. Beginning in the summer of 1966, all programs taught by Danville Technical Institute were brought under the Virginia Department of Community Colleges. Effective July 1, 1968, the Danville Division of Virginia Polytechnic Institute merged with the existing community college providing the comprehensive programs now offered.

Danville Community College is seeking an experienced Cosmetology Instructor to support our growing and progressive Cosmetology program. Successful candidate will be a self-motivated team player with the ability to effectively teach all of the courses within DCC’s Cosmetology curriculum in an organized lab/classroom and utilize proper sanitation and infection control techniques.

• Assists in the recruitment of students and advises about the Cosmetology curriculum.
• Tutors Cosmetology program students as needed.
• Prepares innovative, engaging lectures, lab activities and instructor demonstrations.
• Maintains licensure /certifications and through professional development activities, stays well-informed of advancements and changes within the field of Cosmetology.

Special Assignments

May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.

KSA's/Required Qualifications

* High School Diploma
* Current Cosmetology Instructor License
* Current VA Cosmetologist License
* 5 years’ experience working in a salon environment as a cosmetologist
* Able to manually demonstrate Cosmetology practical skills, and teach all cosmetology topics
* Exhibits excellent written and verbal communication skills
* Able to communicate effectively with a variety of students and community members
* Effectively handles challenging situations with professionalism and patience

**\* Please attach any supporting documents that demonstrate the knowledge, experience, and training required for this role. Applicants must also attach a copy of their current cosmetology license, including a current Virginia cosmetology license, if applicable. .**\*

Additional Considerations

* Teaching experience at the community college level

Operation of a State Vehicle
No
Supervises Employees
No
Required Travel

N/A

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number
WGE\_3481P
Recruitment Type
General Public - G
Number of Vacancies
1
Position End Date (if temporary)
Job Open Date
10/01/2026
Job Close Date
10/14/2026
Open Until Filled
Yes
Agency Website
www.danville.edu
Contact Name
Tracy Vasquez
Email
[email protected]
Phone Number
Special Instructions to Applicants

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth’s Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link: https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155

Additional Information
Background Check Statement Disclaimer

The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link:  <http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/>

EEO Statement

The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.

ADA Statement

The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.

E-Verify Statement

VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.

Quicklink for Posting
<https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/101378>