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Lecturer - Lecturer or Lecturer (Doctoral Schedule) – Nutrition and Culinary Management

LaGuardia Community College - Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP)

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USD 55.000 - 77.000

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Hace 6 días
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Descripción de la vacante

LaGuardia Community College is seeking a Lecturer in Nutrition to enhance its Nutrition and Culinary Management Program. This position involves teaching, curriculum development, and collaboration with faculty. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree and teaching experience, with preference for those holding advanced degrees. The role offers a competitive salary with benefits.

Servicios

Health insurance
Pension and retirement benefits
Paid parental leave
Ongoing faculty development support

Formación

  • Bachelor's degree in Nutrition or related field required; Master's or Ph.D. preferred.
  • Experience in college-level teaching, especially in nutrition or culinary management.
  • Strong commitment to equity and working with diverse populations.

Responsabilidades

  • Teach courses in the Nutrition and Culinary Management Program.
  • Develop and evaluate course curriculum and student performance.
  • Participate in departmental activities and student engagement.

Conocimientos

Teaching experience
Curriculum development
Organizational skills
Communication skills

Educación

Bachelor’s or Master’s/Ph.D. in Nutrition or related fields

Herramientas

Brightspace
Zoom
Microsoft Office Suite
Google Docs

Descripción del empleo

FACULTY VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

Founded in 1971 in Long Island City, Queens , LaGuardia Community College is one of seven community colleges of the City University of New York (CUNY). LaGuardia offers more than sixty associate degree programs and more than fifty workforce training, ESOL, GED, and pre-college programs. In 2023, LaGuardia served approximately 24,000 students. More than one-third of LaGuardia’s degree-seeking students are born outside the United States; they come from 136 countries and speak 43 heritage languages. Sixty percent are first-generation college students.

Virtually all LaGuardia students are ethnic minorities (89 percent), 58 percent are women, 27 percent are over the age of 25. Forty-six percent of associate degree students are Hispanic. Upon graduation most students transfer to four-year colleges, typically in CUNY, to complete their baccalaureate degrees. Graduates of career programs such as Nursing, Computer Technology, and Veterinary Technology enter the workforce. LaGuardia ranked fifth among U.S. community colleges in economic mobility – moving low-income students into the middle class and beyond – in studies by Stanford University (2017) and the Brookings Institution (2020).Please visit www.laguardia.edu to learn more.

The Community Health and Wellness Department at LaGuardia Community College offers four undergraduate degree programs: Human Services: Mental Health, Nutrition and Culinary Management, Public and Community Health, and Therapeutic Recreation. The department is home to a dedicated team of 12 full-time and 17 adjunct faculty, along with one full-time and three adjunct College Laboratory Technicians, as well as technical and expert staff—all committed to equipping students with the knowledge and practical skills necessary for success in their professional careers. In addition to rigorous coursework, the department offers a variety of training and certifications to enhance students’ qualifications. Courses are delivered in-person, online, and asynchronously, on occasion, with hands-on culinary labs conducted on campus. The department currently operates a commercial culinary lab and is in the process of constructing a state-of-the-art culinary teaching facility. The hired Lecturer in Nutrition will play a key role in strengthening the Nutrition option within the Nutrition and Culinary Management Program by improving course structure, pedagogy, and expanding curricular offerings. Additionally, the hired lecturer will be expected to instruct courses for the department, such as The First Year Seminar. The Lecturer may also be called upon to serve in leadership roles, such as Program Director or Internship Coordinator, as departmental needs arise

The successful candidate is expected to perform the following typical work duties:

  • Teach courses in all subject areas within the Nutrition and Culinary Management Program with both the Nutrition and Culinary Management tracks.
  • Instruct courses for the department, such as the First-Year Seminar.
  • Evaluate and implement changes to the curriculum to ensure compliance with certifications and industry trends in nutrition and culinary arts.
  • Participate in program assessment, including developing and evaluating learning outcomes, collecting and analyzing student performance data, and preparing program review reports.
  • Collaborate with faculty across programs and departments to support interdisciplinary learning and co-curricular initiatives.
  • Engage in departmental and college service, including committee participation, program meetings, and events that support student retention and success and advance the strategic goals of the college.
  • Participate in LaGuardia’s Center for Teaching and Learning (CTL) seminars and initiatives to enhance pedagogical practices, support student success, and remain current with evidence-based instructional strategies.
  • Mentor and advise students on academic progress, career planning, transfer opportunities, and placements for students seeking degree-related work experiences.
  • Participate in the coordination and implementation of campus-wide Nutrition and Culinary Management Program activities.
  • Coordinate, conduct activities, and recruit at all high school, college, and state-wide recruitment and enrollment events.
  • Help develop and sustain articulation agreements with high schools and 4-year schools within the nutrition and culinary management program.
  • Teach courses in in-person, online, or hybrid class formats.
  • Serve in administrative, supervisory, and other functions, such as Internship Coordinator and/or Program Director for the Nutrition and Culinary Management Program as needed.
  • Promote a learning environment that fosters equity, inclusion, and culturally responsive teaching.

Qualifications

For Lecturer:

Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, Food and Nutrition, Culinary Nutrition, Public Health Nutrition, Culinary Arts, or Culinary Management from an accredited institution, and current or eligible for NYS Registered Dietitian or Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist credential by start date.

For Lecturer (Doctoral Schedule)

Master's or Ph.D. degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, Food and Nutrition, Culinary Nutrition, Public Health Nutrition, Culinary Arts, or Culinary Management from an accredited institution, and current or eligible for NYS Registered Dietitian or Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist credential by start date.

Other Qualifications

  • Demonstrated college-level teaching experience, especially in introductory or foundational nutrition and culinary arts or culinary management courses.
  • Experience with curriculum development, assessment, and/or program coordination.
  • Familiarity with community nutrition, food insecurity, and sustainability in food systems.
  • Experience using instructional technology such as Brightspace and Zoom, as well as, Microsoft Office Suite, Google Docs etc.
  • Highly organized and focused with superior follow-through and attention to detail.
  • Strong time management skills and experience meeting multiple project objectives.
  • Keen attention to detail and excellent communication skills.
  • Strong commitment to equity, student success, and working with diverse student populations, and the ability to cooperate with others for the good of the institution.

All faculty will be required to submit to a drug screen and criminal background check.

Compensation

For Lecturer: $55,243 - $76,682

For Lecturer (Doctoral Schedule: $60,281 - $82,238

Salary is commensurate with education and experience.

CUNY offers faculty a competitive compensation and benefits package covering health insurance, pension and retirement benefits, paid parental leave, and savings programs. We also provide mentoring and support for research, scholarship, and publication as part of our commitment to ongoing faculty professional development.

CUNY is in the process of implementing salary schedule increases. Once implemented, salaries of eligible employees will increase by approximately 9.54% with an additional increase of 3.5% effective 9/1/26, in accordance with the terms of the PSC-CUNY collective bargaining agreement.

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CLOSING DATE

Open until filled. Review of resumes will begin after July 14th, 2025.

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EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.

Job ID

30586

Location

LaGuardia Community College
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