School Cosmetology Technician

Position Title: Cosmetology Teacher Technical Assistant

Position Location: BHS - Belleville Beauty School/CTE

Reports To: Licensed Cosmetology Instructor

Salary Range: $22.50 - $29.25 hourly

Date Posted: May 27, 2026

Position Summary

The Cosmetology Teacher Technical Assistant provides instructional support, classroom assistance,

clinic preparation, sanitation support, student organization, and program operations assistance under

the direction and daily supervision of a properly licensed cosmetology instructor.

This position is designed to support the cosmetology teacher and students in maintaining a safe,

organized, professional, and state-compliant learning environment. The Technical Assistant does not

serve as the instructor of record, does not supervise the school of cosmetology, and does not replace

the licensed cosmetology instructor required under Michigan law.

Purpose of the Position

The purpose of this position is to assist the licensed cosmetology instructor with the day-to-day

operation of the cosmetology classroom, student salon/clinic, equipment setup, sanitation systems,

student tracking support, and general program organization.

This role helps ensure that students are prepared, supplies are available, sanitation expectations are

followed, and the learning environment reflects professional salon standards.

Reports To

The Cosmetology Teacher Technical Assistant reports directly to the licensed cosmetology instructor,

CTE administrator, building administrator, or other designated district supervisor.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The Cosmetology Teacher Technical Assistant may assist with the following duties under the direction

of the licensed cosmetology instructor:

● Assist with classroom and clinic setup before, during, and after instruction.

● Prepare student workstations, mannequin areas, shampoo areas, nail stations, esthetics areas,

and clinic spaces for daily use.

● Help organize student supplies, kits, towels, capes, linens, products, and equipment.

● Assist with distributing and collecting classroom materials, assignments, forms, and student

documentation.

● Support students with locating supplies, organizing materials, and following classroom

procedures.

● Assist with maintaining a clean, safe, and professional cosmetology learning environment.

● Help students follow sanitation procedures as directed by the licensed instructor.

● Restock sanitation supplies, disinfectants, gloves, towels, capes, paper products, and other

program materials.

● Assist with laundry, towel preparation, station cleanup, and end-of-day sanitation routines.

● Help maintain sanitation logs, cleaning checklists, inventory lists, and classroom organization

systems.

● Report unsafe conditions, broken equipment, missing supplies, or sanitation concerns to the

licensed instructor.

● Provide non-instructional support to students during classroom and clinic activities.

● Assist students with organization of kits, binders, assignment folders, practical logs, and

required documentation.

● Help students prepare for practical activities by ensuring they have needed materials and

supplies.

● Assist with attendance tracking, practical hour documentation, service logs, and assignment

collection as directed by the teacher.

● Assist with inventory, supply ordering preparation, product organization, and storage room

maintenance.

● Help maintain student files, practical records, service records, and clinic forms.

● Assist with appointment scheduling, client intake forms, clinic service organization, and front

desk support.

● Help prepare materials for state board practice, classroom projects, advisory meetings, parent

events, student showcases, and program activities.

● Support program events, career exploration activities, field trip preparation, and student salon

operations as assigned.

Duties Not Permitted

To remain compliant with Michigan cosmetology law and licensing expectations, the Cosmetology

Teacher Technical Assistant shall not:

● Serve as the licensed cosmetology instructor.

● Supervise the school of cosmetology.

● Replace the daily supervision required by a licensed instructor.

● Count toward the required student-to-instructor ratio.

● Teach cosmetology theory or practical services independently.

● Evaluate student practical skills for licensure purposes unless directed and verified by the

licensed instructor.

● Perform regulated cosmetology services on students, clients, or the public unless separately

licensed and authorized within the scope of that license.

● Sign off on state-required hours, practical services, clinic competencies, or licensure

documentation unless permitted by law and district policy.

● Make final decisions regarding student competency, licensure readiness, or program

compliance.

Required Qualifications

● Valid Cosmetology License & Cosmetology Instructors License

● High school diploma or equivalent.

● Ability to work under the direction of a licensed cosmetology instructor.

● Ability to maintain confidentiality of student records and program information.

● Ability to communicate professionally with students, staff, parents, and visitors.

● Ability to support a clean, safe, and professional classroom/clinic environment.

● Willingness to learn and follow cosmetology program procedures, sanitation expectations, and

district policies.

Preferred Qualifications

● Experience in a salon, school, CTE, beauty industry, or classroom support setting.

● Current or previous cosmetology-related license, such as cosmetologist, esthetician, manicurist,

or natural hair culturist.

● Knowledge of sanitation, infection control, salon safety, and professional beauty industry

standards.

● Experience working with high school students.

● Experience with inventory, scheduling, student records, or clinic operations.

Compliance Statement

This position is a support position and does not authorize the employee to act as a licensed

cosmetology instructor unless the employee independently holds the appropriate Michigan instructor

license.

Under MCL 339.1206, a cosmetology instructor license requires, among other qualifications, a

cosmetology license, instructor training, examination approval, and at least 3 years of practical

experience, with at least 1 year in a cosmetology establishment. A limited instructor license may be

issued to an individual who meets the instructor requirements except for the 3-year practical

experience requirement; however, the holder of a limited instructor license shall not supervise a school

of cosmetology at any time.

Therefore, the Cosmetology Teacher Technical Assistant works only under the supervision of the

licensed cosmetology instructor and may not replace the instructor, supervise the school, or perform

duties outside the scope allowed by Michigan law, district policy, or the employee’s individual license

status.

Language Skills

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical

procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and

procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of

managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and

fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as

fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations

where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in

written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Other Skills and Abilities

Ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory to instructional programs; ability to plan and

implement lessons based on division and school objectives and the needs and abilities of students to

whom assigned. Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with students, peers and

parents; skill in oral and written communication.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to

successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to

enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand and talk or hear

and sometimes walk and sit. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally

push or lift up to 50 lbs. such as boxes of books and AV/VCR carts. The employee is directly

responsible for safety, well-being, or work output of other people. Specific vision abilities required by

this job include close vision such as to read handwritten or typed material, and the ability to adjust

focus. The position requires the individual to meet multiple demands from several people and interact

with the public and other staff.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee

encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be

made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is low to moderate. Duties are performed indoors.

EVALUATION: Evaluated annually by the Director of Student Services.

WORK YEAR: 209 Days

DEADLINE: June 12, 2026

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

Apply: www.vanburenschools.net under Employment Opportunities

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Pay: $22.50 - $29.25 per hour

Work Location: In person