Adjunct Faculty POOL- Culinary Arts Instructor (2025-2026 Academic Year)

Inside Higher Ed; Walla Walla (WA); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Part time

Job summary

A community college in Washington is seeking part-time adjunct faculty for Culinary Arts instruction during the 2025-2026 academic year. Instructors will teach courses at various campuses and online, maintaining professional standards and a commitment to student success. Ideal candidates will have relevant educational qualifications and culinary experience, with skills in teaching and technology. Flexible hours are offered to accommodate diverse students.

Qualifications

• Equivalent combination of education and experience required.
• Must reside in WA, OR, ID, CA, IL, PA, or TX for remote work.
• Demonstrated proficiency as an Executive Chef and experience teaching.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned classes at scheduled time and place.
• Provide each student with a comprehensive syllabus.
• Conduct appropriate evaluations of student performance.
• Conduct evaluations and provide feedback on student performance.
• Assign and submit grades per college policy.
• Maintain student records and grades in the LMS.
• Be available during reasonable office hours.
• Review and suggest textbooks, materials, and technology.
• Utilize available technology for the assignment.

Skills

Culinary Arts

Teaching experience

Proficiency in technology

Education

Associate Degree in Culinary Arts

Related credential substitutable

Job description

Adjunct Faculty POOL- Culinary Arts Instructor (2025-2026 Academic Year)

Walla Walla Community College seeks to develop applicant pools for adjunct faculty to teach course offerings throughout the 2025-2026 academic year. WWCC offers adjunct opportunities to teach courses at all campuses (Walla Walla, Clarkston, Washington State Penitentiary, Coyote Ridge Corrections Center) as well as online/remotely. This is a part-time/temporary adjunct faculty position offering flexible hours to assist a diverse group of adult students.

Location: Walla Walla, WA

Department: VPI/INSTRUCTION OFFICE

Job Type: Part Time

Job Number: 2025-1025 CA-AD

Closing: Continuous

Salary: See Position Description

Notes: The current pool remains in effect until June 30, 2026. If selected for an interview, you will be contacted directly by the Dean or lead; otherwise, your completed application will remain in the pool.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Teach assigned classes at scheduled time and place
• Demonstrate professional skills appropriate to the teaching assignment
• Provide each student with a comprehensive syllabus at the beginning of the quarter
• Provide clear explanations, assignments, and directions
• Conduct appropriate and frequent evaluations of student performance and provide feedback
• Assign and submit grades based on evaluations and college policy
• Maintain student records and grades in the College's LMS
• Post and be available during reasonable office hours
• Review and recommend program textbooks, materials, and technology
• Utilize available technology appropriate to the assignment

Teaching and Related Responsibilities:
1st Year Instructor: two or three classes per quarter for three quarters with specific Fall/Winter/Spring offerings listed in the original posting. 2nd Year Instructor: two or three classes per quarter for three quarters with specific Fall/Winter/Spring offerings listed in the original posting. Course levels span 100 to 200 level AAS courses.

Competencies: Instructional competencies include student success strategies, outcomes-based learning, assessment, equity, inclusion, diversity, digital literacy, and commitment to ongoing professional growth.

Required Qualifications: Equivalent combination of education and experience; for remote work, must reside in WA, OR, ID, CA, IL, PA, or TX.

• Associate Degree in Culinary Arts; closely related credentialing may substitute at the discretion of the College
• Demonstrated proficiency as an Executive Chef and/or college-level Culinary Arts teaching experience (minimum two years); teaching assistant or adjunct teaching may count toward requirement

Preferred Qualifications: Experience teaching at a Community College; experience using technology and multiple modalities (face-to-face, online, hybrid, HyFlex); bilingual, especially English/Spanish.

Conditions/Terms of Employment: Part-time instruction contingent on enrollment, located at the Walla Walla Campus. Must provide documentation of legal work authorization and transcripts. WWCC participates in E-Verify; background check may be required. Tobacco-free institution. Direct deposit required.

Compensation: Ad adjunct salary is contingent on enrollment and paid per WWCC/Association contract; refer to Appendix C on the WWCC Human Resources page.

Required Application Materials: NEOGOV online application; cover letter; curriculum vitae or resume; contact information for three professional references; answers to supplemental questions; unofficial transcripts (official transcripts required prior to start).

Complete applications must be submitted; inquiries may be directed to NEOGOV support if needed. Applications may be used to fill future vacancies at the College’s discretion.

Equal Opportunity: WWCC is an equal opportunity employer. Please contact the Human Resources Office for accommodations or accessibility needs.

How to Apply: Please visit the WWCC job posting: https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/wwcc/jobs/5056978/adjunct-faculty-pool-culinary-arts-instructor-2025-2026-academic-year

This description reflects the 2025-2026 Academic Year adjunct pool for Culinary Arts instructors. Other adjunct pools and related job postings may exist for CAP/GED/HSC, Biology, Enology & Viticulture, and other disciplines.