Instructor, Culinary Arts - Adjunct

Guilford Technical Community College; Jamestown (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

Guilford Technical Community College in Jamestown, NC, seeks a part-time Adjunct Faculty member for the Culinary Arts program. Responsibilities include preparing and teaching courses, maintaining effective instructional activities, and providing student support. Candidates should have an associate degree in Culinary Arts, Baking & Pastry, or a related field, along with ServSafe certification. The role requires engaging with students and contributing to a positive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Must have an Associate's Degree in Culinary Arts, Baking & Pastry, or related field.
• Required: ServSafe Certification to ensure food safety standards.
• Understanding of community college values and success strategies for students.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and teach departmental courses in Culinary Arts.
• Maintain safe and organized classroom and laboratory environments.
• Provide timely support and guidance to students.

Skills

Teaching strategies for different learning styles

Technology integration in education

Student support and advising

Education

Associate's Degree in Culinary Arts or related field

ServSafe Certification

Tools

Colleague

WebAdvisor

Moodle

Job description

Posting Type: Adjunct Faculty

Job Description Summary: Teaching faculty at Guilford Technical Community College are responsible for supporting student success by creating an optimum learning environment, responding to student needs, managing effective instructional activities, modeling employability skills, demonstrating professionalism, developing cooperative work relationships with other faculty and staff, supporting college administrative requirements, and maintaining competency in their instructional field. They will be responsible for quality instruction and for effective participation and interest in the total affairs of the college. The Division of Business, Creative and Performing Arts at Guilford Technical Community College seeks an energetic, enthusiastic and collaborative Culinary Arts educator to join our team as a part-time instructor. Under general supervision, this person will teach courses designed for support of our Culinary Arts career technical programs, which may include: Sanitation and Safety; Culinary Skills I and II; Baking I and II; Garde Manger I and II; Food & Beverage Service; Artisan Breads; European Cakes and Tortes; Cake Design and Decorating; and Hot and Cold Desserts. The successful candidate should be prepared to integrate technology skills into the classroom, be available to teach at times and locations that meet the needs of students, and be committed to working constructively with all facets of our program within a community college setting. Successful applicants will be placed into our pool of adjuncts to be assigned sections or serve as substitute instructors on an as needed basis.

Duties/Functions

• Teaching - Prepare & teach departmental courses:
  • Develop learner-centered lesson plans.
  • Employ teaching strategies & instructional materials for different learning styles.
  • Incorporate current technology in classroom, distance learning and laboratory environments as pedagogically appropriate.
  • Create and model a quality learning environment that supports a diverse student population.
  • Prepare, distribute, and utilize instructional support materials, including course syllabi, supplementary materials, instructional media, and other devices as appropriate.
  • Conduct appropriate assessment of student learning outcomes in courses and programs/general education as appropriate.
• Professional Development - Maintain a professional status that supports the instructional mission:
  • Participate in professional development activities to maintain currency in the field; maintain current credentials or licensures as required by program or accreditation.
  • Participate in professional development opportunities to advance teaching skills and strategies.
• Administration - Provide daily & ongoing oversight of facilities, equipment and student records:
  • Maintain classroom and laboratory spaces, including upkeep of assigned equipment.
  • Provide security of facilities, equipment, and instructional materials and maintain safe working conditions.
  • Maintain student records (e.g., grades and attendance) in accordance with established deadlines using technology-based programs (e.g., Colleague, WebAdvisor, Moodle).
  • Comply with all applicable college, state and federal rules and regulations.
• Student Support - Provide an environment conducive to student success:
  • Address student concerns in a timely manner.
  • Promote retention/persistence by assisting students to develop strategies for success.
  • Refer students to campus and community resources when appropriate.
• Demonstrate and model the College's employability skills: adaptability, communication, information processing, problem solving, responsibility and teamwork.
• Additional Duties & Responsibilities:
  • Maintain student records.
  • Perform all duties as assigned by supervisor.

Education Required

• Associate's Degree in Culinary Arts or Baking & Pastry or Hotel/Restaurant Management or Hospitality Management from a regionally accredited post-secondary institution.
• ServSafe Certification.

Education Preferred

• Bachelor's degree in Culinary Arts or Hotel/Restaurant Management or closely related degree from a regionally accredited post-secondary institution.
• Certified Culinary Educator.

KSA Required

The Instructor shall possess an understanding of and commitment to the nature and role of the Community College, particularly its