Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $50,000.00 - $65,000.00
Work Schedule
Day Shifts
Split Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Professional Development
Tuition Assistance
Employee wellness programs
Job Description
Ozarks Technical Community College (OTC) is a well-established institution located in Springfield, Missouri, known for providing high-quality technical education to its diverse student body. The college offers a variety of career-focused programs designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary to excel in their chosen fields. OTC is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that promotes student success, professional growth, and community engagement. As a public community college, OTC plays a critical role in workforce development in the region, contributing to the economic growth and vitality of southwestern Missouri.
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Job Requirements
- Associate's degree or higher in culinary arts
- Valid Missouri teaching certificate or willingness to obtain
- Five years or more relevant work experience in culinary/hospitality industry
- Certification as Certified Culinary Educator or Certified Executive Chef or willingness to obtain
- Availability to teach seated, hybrid, or online courses including evenings or weekends
- Strong communication skills
- Ability to use technology effectively
- Ability to work collaboratively
Job Qualifications
- Associate's degree or higher in culinary arts from a regionally accredited institution of higher learning
- Valid Missouri teaching certificate with the Department of Elementary & Secondary Education or willingness to obtain current teaching certificate in secondary and post-secondary education from the State of Missouri
- Five years or more of relevant work experience in the culinary/hospitality industry and at an executive chef level position or related occupation
- Certified Culinary Educator (CCE) and/or Certified Executive Chef (CEC) through the American Culinary Federation or willingness to obtain certification at applicant's expense
- Demonstrate current knowledge in course content and effectiveness in teaching assigned subjects
- Availability to teach seated, hybrid, or online courses, which may include daytime, evening, or weekend courses
- Ability to work well with others
- Strong communication skills
- Ability to use technology for professional productivity
Job Duties
- Provide quality instruction which is reflective of current discipline standards and is accurate, relevant, and engaging using college-approved curriculum and resources
- Provide oversight of students to ensure a safe and organized lab environment
- Monitor performance and offer feedback throughout the lab session
- Ensure proper cleaning and maintenance of the lab space at the end of class
- Actively engage and interact with students using intentional best practice teaching strategies
- Plan and prepare the learning environment with needed materials and supplies
- Develop a course syllabus for each class taught using the approved course abstract and syllabus template
- Present course content in an unbiased and civil manner
- Demonstrate professional conduct, positive attitude, and supportive culture
- Maintain appropriate record keeping for assigned classes to include student attendance, record of grades earned, and other related classroom information
- Schedule and keep a minimum of five office hours per week convenient to students
- Assist in addressing student concerns regarding advisement, placement, and course difficulties
- Work with program advisory committees
- serve as partners with local industry
- Facilitate student recruitment
- assist in the promotion of programs
- Sponsor student clubs and/or organizations, as appropriate
- Actively participate in department and division meetings, events, and initiatives
- Assist in textbook and course material selection
- assist with curriculum development and modification of programs
- Maintain confidentiality of students, parents/guardians, and fellow staff members, as well as records and all information
- Exhibit exemplary attendance and punctuality
- Comply with college policies and procedures
- Perform other duties as assigned, including participating in commencement, attending college functions, serving on committees and attending community events
Job Qualifications
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
Job Location
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