Adjunct - Basic Consumer Nutrition, Hospitality

Monroe Community College; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 1,726,000 - 2,105,000; Part time

Job summary

Monroe Community College is seeking adjunct faculty for Basic Consumer Nutrition in the Hospitality Department. Courses may be offered at the Brighton Campus, with day or evening scheduling.

Adjuncts are responsible for lesson plans, instructional materials, and evaluating student performance according to department guidelines. Primary duties include preparing syllabi, maintaining an orderly classroom, providing guidance, and submitting required records on time.

Qualifications

• Earned Bachelor's degree in Nutritional Sciences, Dietetics, Food Service Management, or related field from a regionally accredited institution.
• Minimum of three years of relevant nutrition/dietetics or food service management experience related to the course(s) taught.
• Minimum of three years of teaching or training experience.
• Thorough knowledge of the course curriculum with ability to teach effectively.
• Proven ability to work as an enthusiastic team member.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Creative, energetic, self-motivated with organizational and leadership skills.
• Computer proficiency and comfort with college technology.
• Commitment to inclusivity on campus and to the college's philosophy.

Responsibilities

• Provides students with appropriate learning materials and expertise in basic consumer nutrition.
• Demonstrates knowledge of basic consumer nutrition and supports student learning.
• Encourages student participation in class activities.
• Identifies learning objectives and evaluates student performance.
• Prepares course syllabus and outlines.
• Maintains an organized and disciplined classroom environment.
• Provides student guidance and timely submission of required paperwork.
• Adheres to college policies and code of conduct.
• Maintains technological competencies used by the college.
• Contributes to an inclusive and collaborative college environment.
• Performs additional duties as assigned by department chair.

Skills

Teaching experience

Communication skills

Team player

Creative and self-motivated

Computer literacy

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nutritional Sciences, Dietetics, Food Service Management, or related field

Master's degree in education, dietetics, nutrition, or related field

Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) / NDTR

Job description

Adjunct - Basic Consumer Nutrition, Hospitality

Adjunct faculty members report to the Chairperson of the Hospitality Department and the Adjunct Coordinator for their discipline. Adjunct faculty teach department courses in Culinary and/or Nutrition and evaluate student performance per guidelines set by the department and Monroe Community College. Adjunct faculty are responsible for preparing lesson plans, creating appropriate teaching aids, and providing students with instructional materials and activities during class. Courses in the department will be assigned at the Brighton Campus. Day or evening courses may be assigned. Adjunct faculty must maintain accurate records on students and submit pertinent data to the department and/or the College, including, but not limited to, attendance information, course information sheets, final exams, and final grades.

Primary Functions:

• Provides students with appropriate learning materials and expertise in basic consumer nutrition.
• Demonstrates appropriate knowledge of basic consumer nutrition.
• Encourages students' participation in class activities.
• Identifies learning objectives and evaluates student performance based on objectives.
• Prepares course syllabus and outlines.
• Establishes and maintains an organized and disciplined classroom environment.
• Provides students with assistance and guidance.
• Adheres to all College and departmental policies.
• Provides timely submission of all required paperwork/information as required by the department or College.
• Responsible for adhering to the College Code of Conduct.
• Responsible for contributing to and maintaining an inclusive and collaborative College environment.
• Responsible for maintaining technological competencies utilized by the College.
• Commitment to the philosophy of a comprehensive community college.
• Commitment to professional growth.
• Performs additional duties as assigned by the department chair.

Requirements:

Job Requirements:

Required Qualifications:

• Earned Bachelor's degree in Nutritional Sciences, Dietetics, Food Service Management, or related field from a regionally accredited higher education institution.
• Minimum of three years of relevant experience in nutrition/dietetics or food service management, as it relates to the course or courses taught.
• Minimum of three years of teaching or training experience.
• Thorough knowledge of the assigned course curriculum with the ability to teach effectively.
• Proven ability to work as an enthusiastic team member.
• Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in written form.
• Be creative, energetic, and a self-motivated individual with demonstrated organizational, leadership, and supervisory skills.
• Computer proficiency.
• Commitment to supporting an inclusive environment on campus.
• Evidence of respect for and understanding of people with diverse backgrounds, abilities, and needs.
• Evidence of commitment to the philosophy of a comprehensive community college.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Earned Master's degree in education, dietetics, nutrition, or related field from a regionally accredited higher education institution.
• Earned Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN), Nutrition and dietetics technician, registered (NDTR).
• High school or college-level teaching/training experience, or equivalent industry experience.
• Knowledge of, or experience in, implementing a variety of teaching strategies.
• Evidence of effective communication (interpersonal, speaking, and writing) skills.
• Professional affiliations and/or certifications.
• Bilingual and able to read, write, and speak Spanish, or other languages, proficiently.

Additional Information:

Pay Rate for Fall 2026& Spring 2027:Determined by adjunct rank and ranges from $1,253- $1,528 per contact hour.

Prohibition of Remote Work Outside New York State: Remote work locations outside New York State are not authorized by the College due to out-of-state tax and regulatory implications. In limited circumstances, prompted by business or operational needs, the College may approve requests to work remotely outside of New York State, on a short-term, temporary basis.

Monroe Community College prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, familial status, gender identity or expression, age, genetic information, national or ethnic origin, physical or mental disability, marital status, veteran status, domestic violence, victim status, criminal conviction, or any other characteristic or status protected by state or federal laws or College policy in admissions, employment, and treatment of students and employees, or in any aspect of the business of the College.

Monroe Community College is seeking a pool of qualified applicants for possible temporary part-time faculty teaching assignments. These positions are filled on an as-needed basis and are on-going recruitment efforts. Adjunct pools are open continuously, and applicants are contacted/hired year-round for assignments based on college needs. Those applicants who are selected to move forward with the recruitment process will be contacted to set up an interview.