Culinary Arts Teacher 2026-2027 School Year

East Valley Institute of Technology (EVIT) is a premier career technical education institution located at the Main Campus in Mesa, Arizona. EVIT is dedicated to equipping both high school and adult students with advanced, market-relevant skills essential for success in today’s competitive workforce. As a tuition-free educational option for high schoolers living within multiple school districts including Apache Junction, Chandler, Gilbert, Mesa, and Scottsdale among others, EVIT offers a unique advantage by combining rigorous hands-on training with academic excellence. With over 50 career technical programs available, as well as associate degrees in Nursing and Surgical Technology, EVIT continually supports students to achieve state and national licensing, industry certifications, internships, and opportunities to earn college credit. This comprehensive educational model ensures that students graduate with the expertise necessary to excel in various professional sectors. Beyond its academic offerings, EVIT promotes an inclusive and respectful environment as an equal opportunity employer, fostering a smoke-free and tobacco-free workplace to protect the health and well-being of its community members.

The position available is for a full-time Culinary Arts Teacher at EVIT's 1601 W. Main Street, Mesa, AZ 85201 campus. Scheduled on a 10-month calendar with school breaks and summer breaks off, this role provides a competitive salary range between $50,651.00 and $84,636.00. Placement within this range is dependent upon the candidates’ education, professional culinary experience, teaching background, and relevant certifications. Under general supervision, the Culinary Arts Teacher will be responsible for instructing high school students through immersive, hands-on culinary training. This role plays a crucial part in guiding students to develop foundational skills necessary for successful careers in the food service and hospitality industries. The teacher will facilitate learning by blending practical kitchen experiences with theoretical instruction, aiming to prepare students for both immediate workforce entry and continued education. As part of the teaching staff, the Culinary Arts Teacher will also contribute to the development of curricula and maintain a safe and productive classroom environment. EVIT prides itself on a supportive work atmosphere with comprehensive benefits, including employer-paid medical insurance, a health savings account with employer contributions, life insurance, and employee assistance programs. Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) is mandatory, with EVIT matching retirement contributions dollar for dollar. This role is ideal for individuals passionate about culinary arts education who desire to make a positive impact in students’ lives while advancing their own career in a reputable technical education institute.