Culinary Arts Teacher

Fallriverschools; Fall River (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Fall River Public Schools is seeking a Culinary Arts Teacher at B.M.C. Durfee High School to deliver a comprehensive program that meets Vocational Technical Education standards and prepares students for culinary careers.

You will create standards-based lessons, supervise safe kitchen practices, assess student progress, and communicate with families while collaborating with the Career & Technical Education team to foster growth and readiness for further education or employment.

Qualifications

• Possession of current Vocational Technical Teacher license in hospitality management or culinary arts.
• Possession of current certification in food sanitation.

Responsibilities

• Teach Culinary Arts utilizing course of study adopted by the School Committee and meeting Vocational Technical Education Frameworks including shop safety, restaurant management and all aspects of the industry.
• Develop standards based lesson plans and instructional materials in order to adapt the appropriate curriculum.
• Design learning activities that will allow students to be competitive in the workplace.
• Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to provide an orderly, productive classroom environment.
• Communicate with parents through parent conferences and other means to discuss pupil progress.
• Maintain professional competence through in-service education activities provided by the school department and/or self-selected professional growth activities that will include course or activities related to instruction.
• All other responsibilities that are listed in the collective bargaining agreement between the Fall River Educators' Association and the Fall River School Committee.

Skills

Culinary arts license

Food sanitation certificate

Job description

CULINARY ARTS TEACHER

Position Type: High School Teaching/ Culinary Arts

Date Posted: 8/4/2026

Location: B.M.C. Durfee High School

QUALIFICATIONS

• Possession of current Vocational Technical Teacher license in hospitality management or culinary arts.


• Possession of current certification in food sanitation.

REPORTS TO

Principal and Director of Career & Technical Education

JOBS GOAL

To create a flexible Culinary Arts program and a class environment favorable to learning and personal growth; to establish rapport with pupils; to motivate pupils to develop skills, attitudes, and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for Culinary Arts in accordance with each pupil's ability; and to establish good relationships with the school administration and other staff members.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Teach Culinary Arts utilizing course of study adopted by the School Committee and meeting Vocational Technical Education Frameworks including shop safety, restaurant management and all aspects of the industry.


• Develop standards based lesson plans and instructional materials in order to adapt the appropriate curriculum.


• Design learning activities that will allow students to be competitive in the workplace.


• Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to provide an orderly, productive classroom environment.


• Communicate with parents through parent conferences and other means to discuss pupil progress.


• Maintain professional competence through in-service education activities provided by the school department and/or self-selected professional growth activities that will include course or activities related to instruction.


• All other responsibilities that are listed in the collective bargaining agreement between the Fall River Educators' Association and the Fall River School Committee.

SALARY AND TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

In accordance with the Fall River Educators' Association contract. Continued employment is contingent on work performance, program need, and funding.

The Fall River Public School District is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status or active military status, mental illness, political affiliation, genetic information or disability. All candidates are encouraged to apply.

Openings as of 8/28/2026