Intro to Hospitality Adjunct

The Culinary Institute of America; St. Helena (CA); On-site; USD 2,500 - 3,000; Part time

Job summary

The Culinary Institute of America invites applications for an Adjunct Faculty member to teach MGMT-100: Introduction to the Hospitality Industry. You will deliver course content, evaluate student performance, maintain office hours, and uphold college policies while guiding students toward professional readiness.

Qualified candidates hold a Bachelor's degree with at least three years of related experience. Moodle experience is preferred, and evening or weekend availability may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Minimum of three (3) years work experience in the related topic area.
• Experience with Moodle preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares daily lesson plans for classes and teaches classes as requested and scheduled, in a manner consistent with the philosophy, policies, and guidelines of the Institute.
• Works individually as an advisor for students who may need extra help, who have questions about course information, who want career guidance, or who need assistance in their studies.
• Provides regular and constructive feedback to students in an objective, consistent, and timely manner; evaluates and documents student performance using established methods and criteria; files course grades consistently and without prejudice.
• Evaluates and documents student performance using established methods and criteria.
• Submits course grades promptly within the timeframe specified by College policy.
• Compiles and presents instructional material at scheduled times and places in accordance with the College Catalog descriptions, course syllabi and outlines and class schedules as assigned.
• Utilizes the established syllabus and textbook(s) for the course being taught.
• Maintains record of student attendance, student progress, and grade distributions.
• Maintains discipline and order during instructional activities.
• Enforces sanitation principles (appropriate to teaching assignment), attendance policies, Institute’s Professionalism, Uniform, and Hygiene Policy, and other academic policies).
• Supports the mission and policies of the Institute as well as the overall strategic direction of the Education Department.
• Assumes responsibility for equipment and facilities of the classroom.
• Any and all other duties as assigned.

Skills

Teamwork

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Presentation skills

MS Office

Organizational skills

Independent work

Guest relations

Teaching ability

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Moodle

Job description

The hiring rate for these courses are as follows: Base rate is $2,478; rate with Master’s Degree is $2,726; rate with Master’s Degree and two (2) years of college-level teaching experience is $2,974. Hiring offers will be determined based on the final candidate’s education and relevant experience. The recruiter can share more information about what the anticipated hiring salary would be based upon your specific qualifications during the selection process.

MGMT-100: Introduction to the Hospitality Indus try

This course will present the history, trends, and options in the hospitality industry and prepare students to critically evaluate their career options. The course will provide an overview of the hospitality industry, including social and economic forces affecting growth and change, restaurant industry organization, competitive forces in foodservice, forces shaping the lodging industry, competition in the lodging business, tourism destinations, and tourism generators. The concept of hospitality as a service industry will also be discussed in depth.

POSITION SUMMARY

Culinary Institute of AmericaAdjunctFaculty members are responsible for teaching studentsahigh standard of professionalism. The responsibilities ofAdjunct Faculty includebut are not limited to teaching and evaluating students. AdjunctFaculty members also maintain office hours, assist students who are having difficulty with studies, and honor college policies.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Preparesdaily lesson plans for classes and teachesclasses as requested and scheduled, in a manner consistent with the philosophy, policies, and guidelines of theInstitute.
• Worksindividually as an advisor for students who may need extra help, who have questions about course information, who want career guidance, or who need assistance in their studies.
• Providesregular and constructive feedback to students in an objective, consistent, and timely manner; evaluates and documents student performance using established methods and criteria; files course grades consistently and without prejudice.
• Evaluates and document student performance using established methods and criteria.
• Submits course grades promptly within the timeframe specified by College policy.
• Compiles and presents instructional material at scheduled times and places in accordance with the College Catalog descriptions, course syllabi and outlines and class schedules as assigned.
• Utilizes the established syllabus and textbook(s) for the course being taught.
• Maintains record of student attendance, student progress, and grade distributions.
• Maintains discipline and order during instructional activities.
• Enforces sanitation principles (appropriate toteaching assignment), attendance policies, Institute’s Professionalism, Uniform, and Hygiene Policy, and other academic policies).
• Supports the mission and policies of the Institute as well as the overall strategic direction of theEducation Department.
• Assumesresponsibility for equipment and facilities of the classroom.
• Any and all other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree.

Experience:

• Minimum of three (3) years work experience in the related topic area.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• One (1) year college level teaching experience.
• Experience with Moodle preferred.

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills; ability to be adaptable, dependable and handle multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Ability to use sound judgment and discretion in handling sensitive student issues with confidentiality and discretion.
• Excellent written, verbal communication, and presentation skills required.
• Strong computer experience, which must include abilities to work effectively with MS Office suite products, i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
• Exceptional organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently or in a team environment and maintain collaborative relationships with all members of faculty and administration.
• Must have an excellent and welcoming presence in front of guests and employees. Moderate to strong presentation skills are required.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Must be available to work the assigned course schedule.
• Must be available to work nights and weekends as required due to business needs.
• Regular work requires a great deal of sitting and standing for extended periods.
• Regular work requires the use of a computer, sometimes in excess of eight (8) hours per day.

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