Culinary Arts Teacher, 9th

Wonderful College Prep Academy is a charter network in California's Central Valley committed to providing a world-class education for all students. The Academy's mission is to graduate students prepared to earn a college degree and to put them on a promising career path for life. We believe this begins with a nurturing, engaging, community-centered school environment where students develop a strong and well-rounded academic foundation. Ultimately, this will prepare generations of leaders in the Central Valley who are critical thinkers and life-long learners.

The Academy's first school opened in Delano in 2009, serving students from across the Central Valley in grades 6-12. In 2016, we moved to our new, state-of-the-art college prep campus in Delano, and in the Fall of 2017, added an elementary school in Delano and opened a second charter school in Lost Hills. In Delano, we serve over 1,800 students in grades TK-12, while in Lost Hills, we serve over 400 students in grades TK-12. 

We seek thoughtful, inclusive, skilled communicators, and creative problem-solvers who value continuous learning and who are excited to serve our students and families. Now is the time to join a team making enduring change within the Central Valley of California and beyond 

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Wonderful College Prep Academy is seeking a passionate and experienced Culinary Arts Teacher for our 9th - 12th grade students. The ideal candidate will be dedicated to inspiring students in the field of culinary arts, equipping them with both theoretical knowledge and practical skills. This teacher will develop and implement a comprehensive culinary arts curriculum that prepares students for potential careers in the culinary industry.

Curriculum Development and Instruction:

• Develop and deliver engaging and rigorous culinary arts curriculum aligned with industry standards.
•  Create lesson plans that provide hands-on learning experiences and foster a deep understanding of culinary techniques, nutrition, food safety, and kitchen management.
• Incorporate a variety of instructional strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities.

Classroom Management:

• Maintain a safe and organized kitchen classroom environment.
• Implement effective classroom management strategies to ensure a positive and productive learning environment.
• Supervise students in the proper use and care of culinary tools and equipment.

Student Assessment and Support:

• Assess and evaluate students’ performance through various assessment methods, including practical exams, written tests, and projects.
•  Provide constructive feedback and support to students to help them improve their culinary skills.
•  Identify and support students with varying needs and abilities, ensuring all students can achieve success.

Professional Development and Collaboration:

• Stay current with industry trends, advancements, and educational best practices in culinary arts.
• Collaborate with colleagues, administration, and community partners to enhance the culinary arts program.
• Participate in professional development opportunities to continually improve teaching practices and curriculum content.

Extracurricular Engagement:

• Organize and oversee culinary-related extracurricular activities, such as cooking clubs, competitions, and catering events.
• Foster relationships with local culinary businesses and organizations to provide students with real-world learning opportunities and internships.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in Culinary Arts, Culinary Education, or a related field preferred
• Teaching certification preferred
• Experience teaching or training in a culinary setting is preferred
• Relevant collegiate coursework or significant job expertise in culinary arts
• Strong knowledge of culinary techniques, nutrition, food safety, and kitchen management
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to inspire and motivate students with a passion for culinary arts
• Commitment to fostering a safe and inclusive learning environment
• Experience working in a charter school setting
• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred 
• Knowledge of and experience with the Response to Intervention (RTI) model preferred 
• Familiarity with technology-based math intervention programs and tools preferred 

Working Conditions:

•  Environment: Office environment; fast-paced work, constant interruptions.
• Physical requirements: Hearing and speaking to exchange information, make presentations, and communicate over the telephone; seeing to read, prepare, and proofread documents and view computer monitors; sitting or standing for extended periods of time; dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard and other office equipment; kneeling, bending at the waist, and reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally, to retrieve and store files and supplies; lifting light objects; ability to go to sites apart from primary office to conduct business.

Quality of Life in the Central Valley:
Framed by the Sierra Nevada to the east and the Coast Ranges to the west, California's Central Valley is one of the world's most productive agricultural regions and the base of The Wonderful Company's agricultural operations. This vast area enjoys a moderate climate and offers residents a high quality of life, low cost of living, and diverse cultural and recreational activities. From wine tasting and hiking to rafting, fishing, skiing, and surfing -- all within a two-hour drive -- the family-friendly Central Valley has much to offer.

Wonderful College Prep Academy is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

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