As an online cosmetology instructor, your job is to teach classes over the internet and instruct students learning to become cosmetologists. In this virtual role, you typically follow a course curriculum, cover topics like how to use various makeup and beauty products, explain the daily tasks of working in a salon, and otherwise help students prepare for working as cosmetologists. You may provide video recordings to students or strictly work to syncronize live discussions. Many online cosmetology instructors work from an office or classroom environment and may have additional support staff to adjust cameras and help improve lessons.