Culinary Teacher at South Central High School

Job Summary

This position is for a high school teacher who helps students learn important life and career skills through Family and Consumer Sciences (FCS), with a focus on food, nutrition, and culinary arts. Working under the school principal, the teacher creates a supportive and engaging classroom where all students can succeed. Responsibilities include teaching lessons, tracking student progress, and following school and state guidelines.

The goal of this role is to prepare students for real-world situations and careers by teaching practical skills related to food, wellness, and everyday life.

Key Responsibilities

Plan and teach hands-on, career-focused classes in food science, nutrition, and culinary arts

Help students understand real-life topics such as healthy living, food preparation, and managing daily responsibilities

Create and maintain a well-managed classroom and kitchen/lab environment

Monitor student progress and adjust lessons to meet different learning needs

Support student participation in Career and Technical Education (CTE) organizations and competitions

Organize and participate in field trips to colleges, workplaces, and training programs

Help develop and promote innovative career and technical education programs

Build partnerships with local businesses and community organizations to support student learning opportunities

Program Focus Areas

Food Science, Nutrition, and Wellness

Culinary Arts

Work Schedule

10-month position

Qualifications

Must have or be eligible for a North Carolina Career and Technical Education (CTE) teaching license

Education Requirements

Bachelor's degree, Associate's degree, or a Postsecondary Culinary Arts Certificate in a related field such as:

Family and Consumer Sciences

Culinary Arts or Food Service Management

Nutrition or Food Science

Family and Community Services

Hospitality & Tourism Management

Experience Requirements (for certain licensure routes)

2 years of related experience with a Bachelor's degree

4 years with an Associate's degree

6 years with a Culinary Arts certificate

Examples of Relevant Experience

Chef, restaurant manager, or catering manager

Cafeteria or food service manager

Dietitian or nutritionist

Hospitality manager

Food scientist or extension specialist

Teacher or adult education instructor

Community health educator or social services professional

Additional Requirement

A Food Protection Manager Certification (ANSI-CFP) is required before teaching courses involving food preparation