The Activity Instructor- Master Barber plans and implements a Barbering curriculum that will prepare students to pass the Barber Apprentice examination and work as a barber in a local shop.
Reports To: Program Director
Location:
Hours: Up to 10 hrs per week; Non Exempt
Major Duties:
- Create and facilitate robust curriculum in Barbering
- Develop partnerships with local organizations to provide free student haircuts so the class gets to practice the craft.
- Teach students the etiquette and professionalism of barbering.
- Responsible for the setup, operation and clean up of activities and the organization, inventory and storing of relevant supplies and equipment.
- Articulate expectations to students and colleagues on what aspect of the class work needs to be strengthened and practiced in preparation for the next class.
- Participate in staff trainings, meetings and development activities as specified
- Attend all staff meetings and staff development training sessions, as specified.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or GED required; licensed Master Barber with a minimum of 5 years’ experience required
- Bilingual Spanish preferred.
- Experience in developing group lesson plans and leading group activities preferred.
- Must be able to engage young people and set structure and limits in a group setting.
- Demonstrated written, verbal, organizational, and prioritization skills.
- Capability to transition easily between working independently with a high degree of self- initiative and working a part of a team.
- Proven participant sensibility and ability to communicate with staff on all levels.
- Prior experience teaching preferred
- Must have a commitment to work from a trauma-informed, strength-based and youth and family development perspective.
