Adjunct Faculty, Cosmetology (Academic Year 2025 - 2026)

Join the PSC family and connect with accomplished and diverse colleagues who inspire and innovate students and transform lives and futures. Along with helping our students reach their goals, Pensacola State makes career fulfillment a reality.

Job Description:

This position requires a passion for effective teaching and advising diverse students, excellent oral and written communication skills, and demonstrating a commitment to the comprehensive state college mission. Assist and follow all curriculum and, more importantly, be a team player. The successful candidate will teach occupational skills and knowledge to provide students with the competence to become skilled in their field and to secure a job in their new career. Demonstrate occupational materials, tools, equipment, and processes using standard and/or instructor-prepared aides per state requirements. Instruct students in the appropriate safety precautions and the safe operation and use of tools and equipment per state requirements and manufacturer. Control the storage, maintenance, and use of materials and property to prevent loss or abuse. Establish and maintain standards of student conduct to provide an orderly, safe, and productive environment in a hands-on activity classroom setting.

This position reports to the program director, Kimberly Markwick, and the Department Head, Applied Technology and Professional Services.

Requires being available to teach five days a week.

Minimum Qualifications: Graduation from a regionally accredited institution with a Cosmetology Certification/License. Licensed in the field of Cosmetology for at least six years, a two-year degree with four years’ experience, a four-year degree with two years’ experience, or a master’s degree with one year experience. Proficiency with various hair types and textures, proficient in haircutting, chemical services, hair arranging services, facials, manicuring/pedicuring, makeup application, and waxing services. Must have a clear understanding of OSHA and sanitization rules and regulations, plus job safety. Must have reliable transportation. Prior teaching experience is preferred, not required.

SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIALS: All supplemental materials must be submitted electronically via the Workday applicant portal. For questions or to obtain assistance uploading the supplemental materials, contact HR Recruiting at HRRecruiting@pensacolastate.edu.

NOTE: This is an open applicant pool. Positions are filled by the department on an as needed basis.