Dog Grooming Instructor-Part-time (Community and Continuing Education)

Posting Details

Position Information

Job Title Dog Grooming Instructor-Part-time (Community and Continuing Education) Classification Title Position Type Faculty Department Community Education Work Location ALL SITES Duties

Part-time, non-credit Continuing Education instructor

Moraine Valley Community College - Community and Continuing Education is seeking an experienced Dog Grooming Instructor to teach non-credit courses for continuing learners. The instructor will provide hands-on instruction in grooming techniques, breed-specific styling, safety, sanitation, equipment use, and customer service while creating an engaging learning environment.

Education/Experience

• Minimum of 3-5 years of professional dog grooming experience.
• Must own a grooming facility for hands on learning with appropriate licensure/insurance.
• Demonstrated expertise in grooming techniques and animal handling.
• Previous teaching, training, coaching, or instructional experience required.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to develop lesson plans and provide hands-on demonstrations.

Please include a history of qualifications in the field that you are applying to, industry related references should accompany the resume.

Qualifications

Experience in the classroom or teaching setting, ability to teach diverse learners in the topic.

Demonstrate a shared value in the college's core mission and vision.

Position Status Part Time Temporary Hours

Evening and/or weekend classes based on enrollment and program needs. Instructors can create their own schedule

Salary/Wage $40-$60 per hour Hourly/Salary Hourly Benefits

• Review of Applications Begins 09/18/2026

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number FA00747P Open Date 09/14/2026 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants

Please apply online with complete information (including resume, brief cover letter with topic of interest, and copy/jpeg/pdf of unofficial transcript may be uploaded).

Supplemental Questions

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• • How did you hear about this employment opportunity?

• Chicago Tribune

• HigherEdJobs

• InsideHigherEd

• Chronicle of Higher Education

• MVCC Website/Posting

• Employee of MVCC

• Other

• No Response

• • Are you a State Universities Retirement System (SURS) annuitant and currently receiving a monthly annuity?

• Yes

• No

• • Do you have any teaching experience (classroom or workshops)?

• Yes

• No

• • Do you currently work at MVCC or have you ever worked at MVCC?

(Open Ended Question)

Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

• Resume/Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter
• Unofficial Transcripts

Optional Documents

• Other Document