Culinary Arts Teacher
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off
Professional Development
Job Description
The Metropolitan School District of Washington Township (MSDWT), situated in the northern part of Indianapolis, is a renowned public educational system with a rich history spanning over sixty years. As a leader in education in Indiana, MSDWT prides itself on fostering a dynamic and inclusive community that reflects diverse cultures, religions, ethnicities, races, and socioeconomic backgrounds. MSDWT is deeply committed to nurturing and preparing its students to become tomorrow's leaders by cultivating innovative learning environments that emphasize critical thinking, diversity, and academic achievement. The district's dedication to educational excellence and community inclusivity establishes a vibrant and supportive atmosphere for both... Show More
Job Requirements
- Must hold or be eligible for an Indiana teaching license
- Must have over 4000-6000 documented hours in culinary field within last five years for Workforce Specialist eligibility
- Must document attainment of degrees required for Indiana licensure
- Must demonstrate ability to stand for extended periods often
- Must be able to carry up to 25 pounds occasionally
- Must have ability to work at desks and meetings very frequently
- Must possess strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Must be flexible with school day and daily prep time
- Must complete mini-bus training and be available to drive
- Must adhere to Individual Education Plans
- Employment is year to year based on substantial enrollment
Job Qualifications
- Hold or be eligible for an Indiana teaching license
- Hold or be eligible for a Workforce Specialist license with documented culinary arts experience
- Hold CTE licensure in Family & Consumer Sciences 5-12 or Culinary Arts 9-12
- Document successful attainment of degrees required for Indiana licensure
- Preferably have teaching experience in career and technical education
- Demonstrate proficiency in food preparation, baking, and catering
- Possess knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and storage procedures
- Understand kitchen equipment usage and culinary tools
- Ability to relate nutrition principles to menu development
- Exhibit strong organizational and communication skills
- Ability to differentiate instruction to meet diverse learner needs
- Knowledge of marketing, business partnerships, project-based learning, mentoring, internships, and service learning opportunities
- Experience supporting Career-Technical Student Organizations
- Demonstrated commitment to community and parental involvement
Job Duties
- Teach culinary arts students in a classroom setting based on curriculum and instructional materials
- Develop daily lesson plans to cover curricular content throughout the semester or school year
- Utilize various instructional methods to meet individual student needs and assess student learning
- Modify instruction, re-teach, and remediate students to ensure success
- Demonstrate proficiency in food preparation, baking, and catering techniques
- Teach safety, sanitation, and storage procedures in food preparation
- Identify and demonstrate the proper use of culinary equipment and tools
- Relate principles of nutrition to menu development
- Operate back-of-the-house and front-of-the-house procedures efficiently
- Support the Culinary Arts Instructor(s) in program delivery
- Assist with lab preparation, setup, and instructional demonstrations
- Maintain department equipment and labs
- Assist with inventory management and record keeping including purchasing documents
- Support Career-Technical education promotion and student contest participation
- Develop marketing and public relations plans for the program
- Exhibit strong organizational and communication skills
- Adhere to Individual Education Plans and differentiate instruction through tiered-leveled instruction
- Administer assessments as required
- Participate in professional development activities
- Assist with covering all classes/programs as assigned
- Complete mini-bus training and be available to drive as assigned
- Perform other duties as assigned
Job Qualifications
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Job Location
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