What are the responsibilities and job description for the Barbering Instructor position at Arc After School & Experiential Education?
Description
Specialized Instructor (Temporary, Part-Time) – San Diego, CA
Make a Difference Today!
Do you love working with teens? Are you passionate about sharing your skills and helping students explore future career paths? If so — we want to meet YOU!
At Arc Experience, we bring learning to life through engaging enrichment programs that support youth across Southern California, including San Diego. We value our instructors deeply and invest in their success by providing structure, support, and meaningful opportunities to make a lasting impact.
Our instructors are the heart of Arc. They work directly with students to spark confidence, creativity, and curiosity — all while helping young people envision what’s possible after high school.
About The Role
Arc Experience is seeking a Specialized Instructor to lead a 10-lesson enrichment course for high school students in the San Diego area.
This course will introduce students to foundational skills in barbering while also exposing them to potential career pathways in the field.
Instruction May Be Delivered In One Of Two Formats
What You’ll Teach
Students will be introduced to hands-on, foundational skills in your area of expertise, which may include:
Schedule & Compensation
#SD1
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements
This position is part-time, non-exempt and reports to the Enrichment Coordinator.
Ability To Commute/relocate
Must reliably commute to assigned San Diego school sites prior to start date (required)
Arc is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Specialized Instructor (Temporary, Part-Time) – San Diego, CA
Make a Difference Today!
Do you love working with teens? Are you passionate about sharing your skills and helping students explore future career paths? If so — we want to meet YOU!
At Arc Experience, we bring learning to life through engaging enrichment programs that support youth across Southern California, including San Diego. We value our instructors deeply and invest in their success by providing structure, support, and meaningful opportunities to make a lasting impact.
Our instructors are the heart of Arc. They work directly with students to spark confidence, creativity, and curiosity — all while helping young people envision what’s possible after high school.
About The Role
Arc Experience is seeking a Specialized Instructor to lead a 10-lesson enrichment course for high school students in the San Diego area.
This course will introduce students to foundational skills in barbering while also exposing them to potential career pathways in the field.
Instruction May Be Delivered In One Of Two Formats
- Twice per week for 5 weeks, or
- Once per week for 10 weeks
What You’ll Teach
Students will be introduced to hands-on, foundational skills in your area of expertise, which may include:
- Core techniques and practical applications in barbering
- Industry basics and best practices
- Career exploration and pathways related to the field
- Professional skills such as teamwork, communication, and creativity
Schedule & Compensation
- Schedule: Flexible; generally between 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM, Monday–Friday
- Hours: Based on course structure (10 total instructional sessions)
- Pay Rate: $35/hour for instructional time | $22/hour for meetings or non-teaching time
- Position Type: Temporary, part-time
- Travel: Comfortable traveling between school sites within San Diego County and Arc offices as needed
- Plan and deliver engaging lessons in your area of expertise
- Create a positive, inclusive, and supportive classroom environment
- Teach practical, hands-on skills aligned with industry foundations
- Introduce students to career pathways related to your field
- Attend occasional meetings or training sessions as needed
- Passion for working with and mentoring youth
- Confidence leading a classroom independently
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- Reliable transportation for local travel within San Diego County
- Teaching, coaching, or youth program experience preferred but not required
- Flexible, part-time schedule
- Competitive pay for skilled instructors
- Opportunity to inspire students through real-world skills
- Potential for ongoing or expanded work beyond the initial course
#SD1
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements
- Demonstrated experience in barbering
- Ability to teach and demonstrate foundational skills to high school–aged students
- Availability between 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM, Monday–Friday (flexible within this window)
- Reliable transportation and ability to travel locally within San Diego County
- Prior experience teaching, mentoring, or training youth or young adults
- Experience working in an educational, after-school, or enrichment program setting
- Strong classroom management and communication skills
- Passion for youth development and career-based education
- Ability to work independently and lead a classroom with confidence
- Professional, positive, and student-centered approach
- College transcripts showing 48 units OR passing an academic proficiency exam
- Negative TB test and Live Scan background clearance
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) candidates are encouraged to apply
- Ability to meet school site requirements (including vaccination policies if applicable)
This position is part-time, non-exempt and reports to the Enrichment Coordinator.
Ability To Commute/relocate
Must reliably commute to assigned San Diego school sites prior to start date (required)
Arc is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Salary : $22 - $35