SOS Personnel

Licensed Cosmetology Instructor

Location

FORT WORTH, TX 76114

Type

Full Time

Benefits:
  • Performance Based Attendance Bonus
  • Competitive salary
  • Wellness resources
Job Posting: Licensed Cosmetology Instructor (Federal Bureau of Prisons - Cosmetology Program)
Position: Licensed Cosmetology Instructor
Location: Federal Medical Center, Carswell, TX
Employment Type: Contract (Full-Time)
Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM (with a 1-hour lunch break)
Compensation: Competitive and based on experience


Job Summary:
SOS Personnel is seeking a Licensed Cosmetology Instructor to provide classroom and hands-on vocational training to inmates at the Federal Medical Center, Carswell under the Department of Justice, Bureau of Prisons. This position will be responsible for delivering an Advanced Occupational Training Program in cosmetology, preparing students for career opportunities upon reentry into society.

The instructor will work closely with the Supervisor of Education at the facility, ensuring compliance with Texas Department of Licensing & Regulation (TDLR) standards and meeting the 1,000-hour program requirements.


Responsibilities:
  • Develop and deliver a structured cosmetology training program covering theory and practical instruction.
  • Teach state-mandated cosmetology curriculum, including state laws & regulations, professional ethics, chemistry, first aid, electricity, infection control, and job readiness skills.
  • Provide 80% hands-on training and 20% classroom instruction in compliance with state certification guidelines.
  • Prepare and maintain lesson plans, student progress reports, attendance records, and supply inventory logs.
  • Instruct students in live work and on-the-job training using the latest industry tools and techniques.
  • Conduct assessments, evaluations, and final examinations to measure student competency.
  • Adhere to institutional security protocols, ensuring compliance with all prison regulations.
  • Report student progress and any behavioral concerns to the Supervisor of Education.
  • Participate in program updates, curriculum modifications, and accreditation compliance efforts.


Qualifications:
  • Active Texas Cosmetology Instructor License (Required).
  • Vocational Certification in Cosmetology from an accredited institution.
  • Minimum of one (1) year of instructional experience in a related field.
  • Extensive knowledge of the 1,000-hour state-approved curriculum for cosmetology programs.
  • Experience teaching adult learners and using diverse instructional techniques.
  • Strong organizational and record-keeping skills.
  • Ability to work in a correctional facility setting, maintaining professionalism and adhering to security protocols.
  • Prior experience working with reentry or vocational training programs is a plus.


Additional Requirements:
  • Must pass a federal background check and meet all security clearance requirements.
  • Ability to work in a highly regulated correctional environment with supervision.
  • Commitment to providing quality education and skill-building opportunities for incarcerated students.


How to Apply:
  • Interested candidates should submit their resume, proof of licensure, vocational certification, and a cover letter detailing their qualifications and teaching experience.


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Compensation: $23.00 per hour

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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