Conservatory Teacher – Culinary Arts & Hospitality

Orange County School of the Arts; Santa Ana (CA); On-site; USD 73,000 - 116,000; Part time

Job summary

Orange County School of the Arts in Santa Ana seeks a Conservatory Teacher for Culinary Arts & Hospitality. Under the direction of the Conservatory Director and the Dean of Arts, you will plan, develop, organize, and implement a comprehensive educational program for students in Culinary Arts & Hospitality, creating a supportive and flexible learning environment to nurture each student’s growth.

The course emphasizes hotel operations, front-of-house and back-of-house, guest services, and hands-on

Qualifications

• No credential is necessary at the time of applying.
• Selected candidate will be required to obtain a Preliminary Career Technical Education (CTE) credential during onboarding and a Clear CTE credential within three years.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, organize, and implement a comprehensive educational program for students in Culinary Arts & Hospitality.
• Create a supportive and flexible learning environment to nurture each student’s growth.
• Collaborate with colleagues to reflect on and refine instructional practice.
• Course focuses on hotel operations, including front-of-house and back-of-house, and guest services.
• Prepare students for AHLEI Certified Guest Services Professional exam as capstone.

Job description

Conservatory Teacher – Culinary Arts & Hospitality at Orange County School of the Arts
Application Deadline
Until Filled
Date Posted
7/16/2026
Contact
Daniel Mattos
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
$53.28 - $83.72 Per Hour
Add'l Salary Info
Based upon a ten-step salary schedule.
Length of Work Year
up to 129 days
Employment Type
Part Time

About The Employer
MISSION STATEMENT We provide an unparalleled arts and academic education in a creative, challenging, and nurturing environment to a diverse student body passionate about the arts, preparing them to reach their highest potential. CORE VALUES

• Student growth and education come first.
• Commitment to excellence, innovation, professionalism, and integrity.
• Commitment to fostering a nurturing environment of creativity, respect, and collaboration.
• Commitment to life-long artistic and scholarly development.

Job Summary
Job Summary
Under the direction of the Director of the Conservatory and the Dean of Arts, Conservatory Teachers plan, develop, organize, and implement a comprehensive educational program for students in the skills of their specified art discipline, create a supportive and flexible learning environment to nurture each student’s personal growth, and collaborate with colleagues to reflect on and refine instructional practice.
Open teaching positions: HOTEL MANAGEMENT = 45 contact hrs. (on avg.) High School (majority 10th & 11th grade) Monday, block 8 & 9 - Spring
This course focuses on the hotel industry, with an emphasis on the role of hotels and resorts in Orange County.
All aspects of hotel operations will be covered, including front-of-house (guest-facing) and back-of-house (behind-the-scenes) departments, functions, and procedures.
Students will deepen their passion for guest service in the hospitality industry by learning and applying skills in hotel or resort environments.
The course will demonstrate entry-level skills across a variety of areas, including front office, reception desk, portering and concierge services, housekeeping, and banquet, conference, and hotel food service outlets.
The course is designed to favor a mix of lecture, guided reading, hands-on experiential learning, and collaborative teamwork (including role-play and physical skills based on real-life hotel practices), reflective work (to document personal development), and a summative project of the students’ own design and making.
Finally, for those interested in applying, preparation and practice for the AHLEI Certified Guest Services Professional exam will be offered as a capstone event. This certification distinguishes those who hold it as trained and dedicated individuals serious about a career in hospitality.

Comments and Other Information
No credential is necessary at the time of applying. However, the selected candidate will be required to obtain a Preliminary Career Technical Education (CTE) credential during the onboarding process and before the start of their assignment and a Clear CTE credential within three years.

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