Teacher - Culinary Arts

Term of Employment: 10 months, .40 FTE, for the 2026-27 SY

Salary Range: $18,540.31 - $28,716.22 Depending on experience and level of education

(FTE and salary starting placement may be prorated depending upon student enrollment)

FLSA Status: Exempt

Summary

Implement a Culinary Arts curriculum program consistent with the district educational goals and objectives, in partnership with business, industry and district stakeholders.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

The list of essential functions is not exhaustive and may be supplemented.

• Prepare curriculum and instruction for the Culinary Arts program
• Participate as a member of an instructional team to promote learning activities for students consistent with the program and district objectives
• Coordinate work-based learning activities for students enrolled in the program
• Provide constant supervision of students enrolled in the JTED Central Culinary Arts program
• Have thorough knowledge of Pima County JTED policies that pertain to instruction, students, student discipline, etc.
• Utilize and implement classroom management techniques to maintain organization, student safety, and a productive learning environment
• Responsible for attendance, instruction, supervision, and grading of students. Submit reports as requested (grades, attendance, behavior, etc.)
• Evaluate effectiveness of learning strategies and outcomes of educational activities and make necessary provisions to meet learning needs
• Serve as advisor of a Career and Technical Student Organization, involving students in activities at the local, state, and national levels
• Recruit students for the Culinary Arts Program
• Maintain the physical facility including: equipment and supplies
• Participate in the Pima County JTED Culinary Arts/Hospitality Committee
• Perform other related duties as assigned
  
  

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable

accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Minimum Qualifications/Education And/or Experience

• Must possess or be able to obtain a Career & Technical Education: Family and Consumer Sciences Education teaching certificate (provisional or standard)
• Three years' experience in the Culinary Arts industry
• Three years teaching experience to include career/technical/occupational/vocational education in a certified secondary program is preferred
• Thorough knowledge and application of secondary curriculum and instruction in career/technical/ occupational/vocational education, vocational work and apprenticeship programs is preferred
• Ability to obtain adjunct faculty status at Pima Community College is preferred
• Experience in nutrition arts and/or restaurant management is preferred
• May be required to work outside normal working hours
• May be required to travel to perform work functions
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Proof of MMR immunization required, unless born prior to January 1, 1957
• Current negative TB test (within the last year),
• Valid Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card or be able to obtain one
• Valid Arizona Driver's License
• Maintains current industry related certification
  
  

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Have thorough knowledge of Pima County JTED policies that pertain to instruction, students, student discipline, etc.
• Excellent time management and organizational
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to use appropriate technology and able to use as an integral part of instruction
• Utilizes sound judgement and decision-making skills
• Willingness to work with high school youth
• Ability to use tools and equipment related to area of instruction
  
  

Application Process

Submit a signed cover letter, resume, one recent (within five years) signed professional reference letter and a copy of current certificate(s) via the district's online application system (https://www.applitrack.com/pimajted/onlineapp). Open until filled.

Pima JTED #11 is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in relation to race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, language of origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or marital status. Unless expressly superseded by controlling federal or state statutes, regulations or court decisions, this policy will prevail in all matters concerning staff members, students, the public, educational programs and services and individuals with whom the Joint Board does business.