Massage Therapy Instructor

Are you passionate about inspiring the next generation of beauty and wellness leaders? Would you love to be part of those “light bulb moments” with students? From the classroom to the clinic floor, our educators make a lasting impact every day. At Aveda Institute Des Moines, we teach more than just skills - we're committed to developing future leaders in the world of beauty and wellness!

Who We Are:

Do What You Love – Love What You Do. Founded in 2004, Nurtur Aveda is a community of professionals dedicated to environmental responsibility and developing future leaders in the world of beauty and wellness.

Responsibilities:

Uphold the Nurtur Core Values, Core Behaviors, and Aveda Success Factors

Provide ongoing recognition, support, and motivation for students

Actively engage students in their education through demonstrations, activities, and interactive teaching

Continually check with students for understanding of subject matter and adjust teaching methods as-needed

Serve as a role model by communicating and enforcing policies and procedures

Ability to overcome objections by offering valid solutions

Strong organizational skills

Partner with Director and Education Manager to ensure compliance with all NACCAS and State Board regulations

Demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment

Willing to work a flexible schedule; including evenings and weekends

Requirements:

High School diploma or GED equivalent

A valid, state-issued Massage Therapy license and maintenance of such license 

A valid, state-issued Massage Therapy Instructor license (obtaining this license is contingent upon hire) and maintenance of such license

Experience in a salon/spa setting 

Ability to work independently and with others in a fast-paced environment

Exhibit leadership qualities, time-management abilities, organizational skills, self-direction, and initiative 

Ability to set and achieve goals, implement decisions, and work under strict deadlines

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Strong commitment to customer service excellence and to the Company's mission and vision

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

Walk, stand up, and/or sit for up to twelve (12) hours per day

Use hands to handle objects and reach with hands and arms

Walk, sit, stand, balance, stoop, speak, and hear

See a computer screen and read paper and electronic documents

Occasionally lift and/or move objects up to 30 pounds

Tolerate a minimal to moderate noise level typical of a school environment

Perks and Benefits:

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life

401(k)/match

PTO (paid time off)

EAP (employee assistance program)

Short-term disability 

Employee discount on products and services

Growth Opportunities

Travel Requirements: The team member in this position must be able to travel locally to events and for out-of-state training and events as necessary. 

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Nurtur Holdings LLC (including its affiliated organizations) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employees and applicants are covered by federal and state laws designed to safeguard employees and job applicants from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military service, or other non-merit-based factors.  Consistent with these obligations, Nurtur also provides reasonable accommodations to employees and applicants with disabilities and for sincerely held religious beliefs, observances, and practices. 

If you've ever thought about sharing your skills and experience with others, here's your opportunity. Apply today!