Instructor, CC (Cosmetology, 0083825)

Description

Title: Instructor, CC (Cosmetology)

Position Number: 0083825

Hiring Unit: Communication & Services (Tech II)

Location: Honolulu Community College

Date Posted: April 27, 2026

Closing Date: May 27, 2026

Salary: Commensurate with Education and Experience; Minimum $5,537 / month

Monthly Type: 9-month

Tenure Track: Tenure

Full Time/Part Time: Full Time

Temporary/Permanent: Permanent

Funding: General

Other Conditions: General funds to begin approximately Fall 2026, contingent on operational and program needs, actual staffing requirements, and availability of funds. Positions may be changed from 9-month to 11-month or 11-month to 9-month as operational needs are required.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Instruction
   1. Teach courses in hairdressing, nail technology, and skin/esthetics in accordance with program standards and industry practices.
   2. Develop, revise, and deliver curriculum in various instructional formats, including in-person, modularized, video-based, hybrid, and distance-education modalities.
   3. Prepare course materials, syllabi, lesson plans, assessments, and laboratory activities.
   4. Evaluate student performance, maintain accurate records, and submit required reports.
   5. Ensure safe and sanitary practices in all instructional settings, including proper use of equipment, chemicals, and salon procedures.
2. Program Responsibilities
   1. Participate in program planning, assessment, accreditation, and continuous improvement activities.
   2. Attend department meetings and serve in assigned departmental leadership or coordination roles.
   3. Engage in professional development to maintain currency in the cosmetology field and instructional best practices.
   4. Collaborate with campus units, community partners, and industry stakeholders to support student learning and workforce pathways.
3. Student Support
   1. Maintain at least one office hour per week for each class taught.
   2. Provide academic support, advising, and guidance to students as appropriate.
   3. Be available for evening, weekend, and off-campus instructional assignments as required.
   4. Maintain a professional appearance and leadership presence that clearly distinguishes faculty from students.
4. Compliance & Licensing
   1. Observe and implement all Hawai‘i State Board of Barbering and Cosmetology laws, rules, and regulations.
   2. Maintain current Hawai‘i Instructor and Beauty Operator (BEO) licenses; renewal is mandatory and the responsibility of the instructor. A signed wallet copy must be available at all times.
   3. Ensure compliance with college, UH, UHCC, and state policies and procedures.
5. Administrative Support
   1. Complete related administrative support tasks for instructional duties such as in-service training, data collection, report preparation, and curriculum updates.
6. Miscellaneous
   1. Maintain strict separation between college responsibilities and any external professional work to ensure program integrity and student-centered focus.
   2. Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

1. Associate Degree in Cosmetology plus five years related work experience and current State of Hawaii Board of Cosmetology Instructor Certification: or
2. Fifteen (15) college credits plus seven years of related work experience including training and current State of Hawaii Board of Cosmetology Instructor Certification.

Minimum qualifications must be met by the effective date of appointment.

Desirable Qualifications

1. Experience teaching at the Community College level.
2. Ability to work with community college students at a multi-cultural institution as an instructional team member.
3. Experience in developing/modifying college courses.
4. Experience In a facial and esthetic salon.
5. Knowledge of the Pivot Point technique system.
6. Documentation of advanced education in esthetics.
7. Knowledge of cosmetology resources in the community.

To Apply

Click on the "Apply" button on the top right corner of the screen to complete an application and attach required documents. Required Documents include:

1. Resume.
2. Cover letter explaining how you meet the minimum and desirable qualifications of the position.
3. Names and contact information (including e-mail address) of at least 3 professional references.
4. Graduate and undergraduate transcript(s) from a regionally accredited institution of higher education showing degree(s) and relevant coursework. Copies of official transcripts are acceptable; however, original official transcripts will be required at the time of hire. Academic record/grade summaries and diplomas will not be accepted. Transcripts issued outside of the United States of America require a course-by-course analysis with an equivalency statement from an agency having membership with the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services, Inc. verifying the degree equivalency to that of an accredited institution within the USA. Expense of the evaluation shall be borne by the applicant.

Note:

1. Late, incomplete, or unreadable applications will not be considered.
2. Minimum qualifications must be met by the effective date of employment.
3. Separate documents and application materials must be submitted for each position.
4. Do not include self-identifying photos and redact all references to confidential information on submitted documents, including Social Security numbers and dates of birth.
5. Letters of recommendation are optional.
6. If you have not applied for a position before using NEOGOV, you will need to create an account.

Inquiries

Honolulu Community College

Human Resources Office

HonCCHR@hawaii.edu

808-845-9144

EEO, Clery Act, ADA

The University of Hawai'i is an Equal Opportunity Institution and is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in employment, including on the basis of veteran and disability status. For more information, visit: https://www.hawaii.edu/offices/eeo/policies/

Employment is contingent on satisfying employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986; reference checks of previous employers; and for certain positions, criminal history record checks.

In accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, annual campus crime statistics for the University of Hawai'i may be viewed at: https://www.hawaii.edu/titleix/help/campus-security/, or a paper copy may be obtained upon request from the respective UH Campus Security or Administrative Services Office.

Accommodation Request: The University of Hawai'i complies with the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the EEO coordinator directly. Determination on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. For further information, please refer to the following link: https://www.hawaii.edu/offices/eeo/accommodation-request/