Position Type: Middle School Teaching

Date Posted: 7/21/2025

Location: Prairie Hills Junior High School

Closing Date: 07/31/2025 Job description for CTE Culinary Arts Teacher Job Overview Join a dynamic and innovative team of culinary educators as a Culinary Technical Education Teacher! We are seeking a talented and motivated individual to lead students in mastering the art of cooking and preparing meals. As a leader in culinary education, this is an exciting opportunity to make a lasting impact in the lives of students and shape the future of the culinary industry. Culinary Technical Education Teacher Responsibilities & Duties Develop and implement engaging lesson plans that meet the needs of students and align with educational standards Lead students in hands-on cooking experiences, demonstrating techniques and facilitating collaboration Evaluate student performance and provide constructive feedback to support growth and development Communicate effectively with students, parents, and colleagues to maintain a positive learning environment Stay current with industry trends and incorporate them into the curriculum Maintain a clean, organized, and well-equipped kitchen lab Participate in professional development opportunities to continue growth as a teacher Culinary Technical Education Teacher Requirements & Qualifications & Skills Master's degree in Education or a related field Certification as a culinary educator Experience teaching in a technical or vocational education setting Knowledge of industry-standard kitchen equipment and tools Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues Bachelor's degree in Culinary Arts, Education, or a related field Certification as a chef or cook Minimum of 3 years of experience in the culinary industry Experience teaching or instructing in a culinary setting Strong organizational and communication skills Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines Passion for teaching and a commitment to student success Eligible to receive an ISBE Professional Education License (PEL) in Family and Consumer Sciences (FCS) (certificate must be in place prior to teaching) or Eligible to receive ISBE Educator License with Stipulations (ELS(CTE)) license in Early Childhood Education (license must be in place prior to teaching) Minimum Bachelor's Degree Minimum 2,000 - 6,000 hours (3 years full-time) industry experience, e.g. daycare, pre-school or pre-K program First-Aid Instructor Certification CPR Instructor Certification Prior teaching experience Excellent planning, organization, written and verbal communication skills High-level problem-solving skills Computer literacy and familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite Team and detail oriented Maintain and update industry certifications as required by Illinois State Board of Education and Prairie Hills ESD #144 Salary Beginning salary at $48,311