Nutrition and Food Science Teacher

Nutrition and Food Science Teacher

The Nutrition and Food Science Teacher is responsible for delivering engaging, standards-based instruction in nutrition, food preparation, and healthy living. This position emphasizes hands-on learning experiences that promote practical life skills, food safety, and wellness. The teacher fosters a safe, structured, and interactive classroom and kitchen lab environment while supporting the academic and personal development of all students.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited institution
• Valid Georgia teaching certification in Family and Consumer Sciences, Nutrition, Culinary Arts, or related field, or eligibility under a Charter Waiver
• Demonstrated ability to engage and motivate students with diverse learning styles through meaningful, hands-on instruction
• Ability to effectively integrate technology into classroom and lab-based instruction
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation standards, and nutrition principles
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate

Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of nutrition, food preparation techniques, and food safety/sanitation standards
• Ability to deliver engaging, hands-on instruction in both classroom and kitchen lab settings
• Strong classroom management skills with the ability to maintain a safe, structured, and productive learning environment
• Ability to differentiate instruction to meet diverse student learning needs and abilities
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills for working with students, parents, and staff
• Ability to integrate technology into instruction to enhance student learning
• Organizational and time management skills to plan lessons, manage lab activities, and complete required documentation
• Ability to supervise students and ensure safety during food preparation and use of kitchen equipment
• Knowledge of basic budgeting, meal planning, and real-world life skills related to food and nutrition
• Commitment to professional growth and continuous improvement in instructional practices

Performance Responsibilities:

• Maintain consistent attendance, organization, and commitment to the success of all assigned students
• Develop and implement detailed instructional plans aligned with district and state standards in food, nutrition, and wellness
• Provide hands-on instruction in food labs, ensuring safe use of equipment and adherence to sanitation and safety guidelines
• Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners and promote student engagement
• Maintain appropriate classroom and kitchen lab management to ensure a safe and productive learning environment
• Integrate real-world applications such as meal planning, budgeting, and nutrition analysis into instruction
• Communicate effectively with students, parents, and staff regarding student progress and behavior
• Supervise students during classroom, lab, and school-related activities as assigned
• Complete all required records, reports, and documentation accurately and in a timely manner
• Maintain satisfactory performance on the system's evaluation instrument
• Participate in professional development related to nutrition, culinary arts, and instructional practices
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Principal

Physical Requirement:

• Ability to stand, walk, and move throughout the classroom for extended periods of time
• Ability to occasionally lift or move instructional materials and classroom supplies (up to approximately 25 pounds)
• Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, and assist young students as needed
• Work is performed primarily in a classroom environment with moderate noise levels typical of a school setting
• Requires frequent interaction with students, staff, and families throughout the school day

Reports To:

Principal

Salary Range: 10 Month Contract. Competitive salary and excellent benefits package in accordance with the DCSS Compensation Guide.

Final date to receive applications:
Applications will be reviewed upon submission. To ensure consideration, please submit all required application materials by April 17, 2026. Interested applicants should apply online.