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Cosmetology Aide (Part-time)

Cosmetology Aide (Part-time)
Campus: Skyline College
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Salary Schedule: 60
Bargaining Unit: CSEA
Months Per Year: 10
Hours Per Week: 15
Mandated Reporter: Yes
Campus Security Authority: No
The Cosmetology Aide includes paraprofessional work involving providing instructional and related support services to students in a community college cosmetology program. Under general supervision, the position is responsible for providing input into the development and implementation of cosmetology curriculum, tutoring, teaching, and demonstrating laboratory and classroom procedures, and conferring with faculty regarding student progress. Public contact is extensive, primarily including students and staff, for the purpose of exchanging instructional and related information. A high degree of independent judgment and creativity is required within the scope of the classification to analyze and interpret data and resolve frequent minor problems that arise. Consequences of errors in judgment can be costly in employee time and student learning progress. A Cosmetology Aide can direct the work of student assistants and other staff as assigned.
Duties and Responsibilities:
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.
- Exchanges information with faculty and management staff regarding short- and long-range curriculum planning, instructional and tutorial needs assessment and services, laboratory set-up, laboratory policies and procedures, and related department issues
- Confers with faculty, students, and staff regarding student progress
- Attends workshops, seminars, and other activities to obtain current information
- Assists in the design and development of materials for presentation
- Assists with the planning and/or demonstration of cosmetology subject matter to classes and individual students
- Directs students in practical labs
- Tutors students on problem areas related to classroom and lab procedures; assists in the development of tests and proctors tests as assigned
- Provides technical and other information to clients concerning services offered, costs, appointment schedules, and related matters
- Composes, compiles data for, and prepares reports of laboratory and/or classroom activities and/or student progress
- Researches the background of subject matter to maintain current information
- Uses a database and a variety of computer software to enter, modify, and retrieve data, and to compose and prepare correspondence, memoranda, course materials, and other printed materials
- Oversees the work of clerical and other staff in daily operations of the laboratories and classroom activities
- Makes recommendations for the purchase and/or modification of laboratory and classroom equipment and supplies
- Performs other related duties as assigned
Employment Standards (acquired through education, training, and/or experience)
Knowledge of:
- Procedures, techniques, equipment, and materials used in beauty salons and similar services
- Safety procedures and policies related to storage, use, and disposal of cosmetology products, materials, and equipment
Skill in:
- Teaching and/or tutoring individuals and groups in cosmetology procedures, policies, equipment, materials, safety, salon operations, and other related topics
- Oral communication, including public speaking
- Written communication
- Sensitive, respectful, and effective communication with people from diverse academic, socioeconomic, ethnic, neurodivergent, and LGBTQIA+ backgrounds
- Researching and compiling data for current cosmetology information and the development of instructional materials
- Use of the Microsoft Office Suite software to prepare reports, spreadsheets, correspondence, and presentations as needed
Ability to:
- Work effectively as part of a customer-service team
Job Requirements:
- Associate degree in cosmetology OR an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Certified and licensed to practice Cosmetology in the State of California
- Successful experience of increasing responsibility in a cosmetology-related field of employment, preferably a salon, cosmetology lab, or other cosmetology service that has included tutoring and/or non-credentialed teaching
- Working knowledge of cosmetology techniques, procedures, equipment, supplies, materials, and safety procedures
- Experience in teaching, coaching, or mentoring people in a learning environment
- Demonstrated cultural competence, sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, ethnic, neurodivergent, and LGBTQIA+ backgrounds of community college students, faculty and staff
- Experience with the use of a variety of computer software to compose and prepare correspondence, reports, presentations, and other written materials
- Demonstrated skill in written and oral communication, including public speaking
- Demonstrated skill in working as part of a customer service team
Additional Information:
Physical/Other Requirements
This classification requires attention to detail; good memory; oral communication to individuals and groups; collaboration, compromise; standing for long periods; exposure to fumes and chemicals; adaptability, flexibility, tact and sensitivity; manual dexterity; reaching, bending from the waist, reaching overhead; moving objects of moderate weight; data comparison and analysis in order to perform the essential functions.
Benefits: Benefits include paid holidays, vacation and sick leave. Optional tax-deferred flexible benefit 403(b) and 457 plans are available. Classified employees may participate in the Public Employees' Retirement System, a defined-benefit retirement plan through the State of California.
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.
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