Hairstylist Instructor for OYAP Level 1 Program

  The Durham District School Board acknowledges that many Indigenous Nations have longstanding relationships, both historic and modern, with the territories upon which our school board and schools are located. Today, this area is home to many Indigenous peoples from across Turtle Island. We acknowledge that the Durham Region forms a part of the traditional and treaty territory of the Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation, the Mississauga Peoples and the treaty territory of the Chippewas of Georgina Island First Nation. It is on these ancestral and treaty lands that we teach, live and learn.

This statement was co-created in partnership with the Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation and the Chippewas of Georgina Island.

This position runs from Feb 2 2026 to June 16 2026 and is renewable pending enrollment and funding. 

There may be some additional days prior to the contract beginning for some training and OYAP information evenings for students and parents. 

Schedule: 

Mondays and Tuesdays - 8:45a.m. to 4:45 p.m.

Organizational Relationship: 

Reports to the Training Delivery Agent Coordinator for the Durham Hairstylist Academy

Job Summary: 

The Hairstylist Instructor will be assigned and report to the Durham Hairstylist Academy Training Delivery Agent in the DDSB. The Durham District School Board is an Employment Ontario Service Provider and the Training Delivery Agent for the Accelerated OYAP, Level 1 and Level 2 Hairstylist Apprenticeship program through the Durham Hairstylist Academy (DHA). The DHA is located at 399 Chaleur Avenue in Oshawa (G. L. Roberts CVI). 

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Delivery and assessment of the Level 1 and 2 Apprenticeship Curriculum Standard for Hairstylist as regulated by Skilled Trades Ontario  and reported to the Ministry of  Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development at the conclusion of the program.
• Overall skill sets required for instruction and assessment include but are not limited to: Workplace Health & Safety, Sanitization, Entrepreneurial Skills, Preparatory Procedures and Treatments, Cut and Style, Chemical Relaxing, Straightening and Texture Services as well as Colour Services and Hair Additions 
• Sound theoretical training to meet the challenges presented in the trade.
• Fundamental skills of the trade through exposure to practical applications. 
• In-school delivery that focuses primarily on the knowledge required to master the respective objectives outlined in the Skilled Trades Ontario Training Standards for Hairstylist.
• Regular evaluation of the apprentices' learning achievements in both theory and practical applications throughout the program, and,
• Consistency of learning outcomes, expectations and assessment. 
• Stock ordering, budgeting and supply organization

Qualifications:

1. Hairstylist Certificate of Qualification. 

2. Demonstrated proficiency in the hairstyling field. 

3. Previous instructing experience is an asset

4. Proficiency in the areas of human relations, communication, problem solving and organizational skills. 

5. Ability to take initiative and be creative in delivering meaningful hands-on learning activities. 

6. Ontario College of Teacher Member in Good Standing is an asset

Equity and Inclusion

The Durham District School Board recognizes Indigenous rights are distinct. In the exercise of those rights, Indigenous staff and students shall not be subjected to actions with the aim or effect of depriving these distinct rights.

The DDSB is dedicated to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for all. We are committed to reflecting the diverse communities we serve and encourage applications from candidates who bring a variety of experiences and backgrounds. We adhere to fair, transparent hiring practices and are committed to equity and accessibility throughout the recruitment process. If you need accommodation during the application process, please let us know, and we will work with you to meet your needs.

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