Cosmetology and/or Barbering Instructor

The Vermont Department of Corrections is seeking a Cosmetology and/or Barbering Instructor to provide training to incarcerated individuals. The successful bidder will be required to provide a curriculum that includes basic practices of natural hair according to the health and safety standards of the Vermont Board. The instructor will be responsible for teaching at all six facilities around the state and must have a cosmetology or barbering license. The contract will be for a period of 2 years with an option to renew for up to three additional twelve-month periods. • The instructor will be required to provide training for students to receive industry-recognized certification in cosmetology and barbering. • The instructor will be responsible for initiating communication with the corresponding authority and providing a copy of all diplomas and/or certificates to support stated qualifications. • The instructor will be required to provide a program curriculum to the corresponding authority before the start of the program. • The instructor will be responsible for ensuring that all hair-cutting chemicals are properly inventoried and stored per the facility's chemical control procedure.