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Position Type: CTE Teacher Assistant Barbering
Location: Ypsilanti Community High School
Salary: $28.50 hourly

Join Our Team and Help Shape the Next Generation of Barbering Professionals

Ypsilanti Community High School is seeking an innovative, passionate, and industry-experienced Career and Technical Education (CTE) Barbering Teacher Assistant to support our growing Barbering Program. This position provides students with hands-on, industry-aligned learning experiences that prepare them for successful careers in barbering, entrepreneurship, customer service, and the beauty industry.

The ideal candidate is a skilled barbering professional who is committed to student success, workforce development, and creating engaging learning experiences that connect classroom instruction with real-world career opportunities.

General Statement of the Position

Under the supervision of the Building Principal, CTE Administrator, and Barbering Instructor, the CTE Barbering Teacher Assistant supports the delivery of high-quality instruction that prepares students for careers in the barbering and grooming industry.

The Teacher Assistant assists with classroom and laboratory instruction, supervises students in educational settings, maintains a safe and industry-standard learning environment, and supports the development of students' technical, academic, employability, and entrepreneurial skills.

The Teacher Assistant also supports program operations, including laboratory safety, equipment maintenance, inventory management, industry partnerships, and work-based learning opportunities. This position collaborates with staff, families, industry partners, and community stakeholders to ensure students are prepared for postsecondary education, industry certification, and employment opportunities within the barbering profession.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Instruction and Curriculum Support

• Assist the Barbering Instructor with classroom, laboratory, and hands-on instruction in barbering techniques and procedures.
• Support instruction in haircutting, shaving, styling, sanitation, safety, customer service, professional ethics, business operations, and entrepreneurship.
• Assist with differentiating instruction to meet diverse student learning needs.
• Reinforce employability skills, workplace readiness, and career exploration activities.
• Utilize instructional technologies and strategies that enhance student engagement and achievement.
• Provide individual and small-group support during classroom and laboratory activities.

Student Learning and Assessment

• Assist with monitoring student progress and performance.
• Support the administration of formative and summative assessments.
• Provide timely feedback and encouragement to students.
• Assist with implementing intervention and support strategies that promote student success.
• Support students in completing required competencies, practical experiences, and technical skill assessments necessary for eligibility to sit for the Michigan State Board of Barber Examiners licensing examination.

Program Operations

• Maintain a safe, clean, and industry-standard barbering laboratory environment.
• Ensure compliance with safety, sanitation, district, state, and federal regulations.
• Assist with inventory management, equipment maintenance, supplies, and instructional materials.
• Supervise students during classroom instruction, laboratory experiences, and work-based learning activities.
• Assist with coordinating student participation in Career and Technical Student Organizations (CTSOs), competitions, and industry events.
• Support partnerships with local barbershops, businesses, and industry professionals.

Student Support and School Climate

• Support students in developing academic skills, professionalism, employability skills, and workplace readiness.
• Assist with student behavior management to maintain a safe and productive learning environment.
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and culturally responsive classroom climate.
• Monitor students in various educational settings to ensure safety and engagement.

Collaboration and Communication

• Collaborate with school staff, administrators, counselors, industry partners, and community organizations.
• Establish and maintain positive relationships with students, families, and community stakeholders.
• Participate in professional development, staff meetings, CTE initiatives, and school improvement efforts.
• Communicate with families regarding student progress and program expectations as directed.
• Assist with student recruitment, program promotion, and community outreach activities.

Minimum Qualifications

Required

• Valid Michigan Barber License.
• Ability to obtain a Michigan Barber Instructor License, if required by program needs.
• Recent and relevant barbering industry experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of barbering techniques, sanitation practices, safety procedures, customer service, and industry standards.
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships with students, families, staff, and community partners.
• Ability to work effectively in a school setting with diverse learners.

Preferred

• Michigan Barber Instructor License.
• Previous teaching, training, mentoring, coaching, or workforce development experience.
• Experience working with secondary students in a Career and Technical Education setting.
• Experience in business ownership, entrepreneurship, or barbershop management.
• Experience supporting students in preparing for industry certifications or licensure.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• Strong knowledge of barbering practices, procedures, and industry trends.
• Knowledge of instructional practices, student engagement strategies, and assessment methods.
• Effective classroom management and student support skills.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational abilities.
• Ability to collaborate with educational and industry stakeholders.
• Proficiency with instructional technology and student information systems.
• Commitment to educational equity, student achievement, and career readiness.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and meet compliance requirements.

Physical Requirements

Work is performed in both classroom and laboratory settings. The position requires standing, walking, demonstrating barbering techniques, lifting and moving instructional materials and equipment, and frequent use of technology and standard office equipment. Duties may require lifting and moving items weighing up to 25 pounds.

Working Conditions

Work is performed in a school environment with exposure to classroom and barbering laboratory settings. The position requires the ability to work under deadlines, manage multiple priorities, and maintain a safe learning environment for students.

Occasional local travel for professional development, industry events, student competitions, and work-based learning activities may be required.

Terms of Employment

The contract, salary, and other employment conditions will be established by the Board of Education.

Applicants receiving a conditional offer of employment must commit to leadership within a traditional and/or balanced calendar setting and agree to participate fully in all required district and building-level training and professional learning opportunities.

Why Join Ypsilanti Community Schools?

Ypsilanti Community Schools is committed to preparing students for success in college, careers, and life. Through innovative Career and Technical Education programming, students gain hands-on experiences, industry credentials, and real-world skills that lead to meaningful career opportunities.

Join our team and help students transform their passion into a profession while making a lasting impact on the future workforce of our community.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Ypsilanti Community Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law.