Culinary Arts ParaPro: Part-Time Kitchen & Class Support

Chino Valley USD 51; Arizona; On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Chino Valley High School seeks a part-time Culinary Arts Paraprofessional to support teachers in the kitchen and classroom. The role involves planning, prepping, and delivering instructional activities in Culinary Arts and related CTE tasks.

The ideal candidate has knowledge of commercial kitchen operations, food safety, and strong written/spoken communication. The position is 16 hours per week and located on-site at the school.

Qualifications

• Industry certification or higher education in Culinary Arts or Restaurant Management.
• Experience in a commercial kitchen.
• Passage of a state-approved assessment or holding an Associate’s degree/60+ semester hours.
• First Aid and CPR certification within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Supports the teacher to ensure a safe, stimulating Culinary Arts classroom and kitchen environment.
• Assists in planning and preparing daily activities and instructional efforts.
• Helps prepare lesson outlines, plans, and curricula in assigned areas.
• Develops teaching aids for in-class use, including activity sheets and handouts.
• Presents subject matter using stories, discussions, and role-playing.
• Assists students individually or in groups with assignments.
• May lead/train staff, interns, or volunteers as needed.
• Performs other CTE/Culinary Arts duties as assigned.

Skills

Kitchen operations

Food safety

Instructional support

Lesson preparation

Communication skills

Safety procedures

Student engagement

Adolescent supervision

Education

Industry certification or higher education in Culinary Arts/Restaurant Management

Associate’s degree or 60+ semester hours

First Aid and CPR certification

Job description

Chino Valley High School seeks a part-time Culinary Arts Paraprofessional to support teachers in the kitchen and classroom. The role involves planning, prepping, and delivering instructional activities in Culinary Arts and related CTE tasks.

The ideal candidate has knowledge of commercial kitchen operations, food safety, and strong written/spoken communication. The position is 16 hours per week and located on-site at the school.