Adjunct Instructor- WARM Hospitality Management

Position Announcement

Utah Valley University is seeking an individual to teach Hospitality Management and related courses at our Wasatch Campus in Heber.

• Design and teach courses in the field of study.
• Plans, prepares, and follows an approved course of study that includes measurable objectives for each course taught.
• Prepares instructional materials (course outlines, syllabi, exams, mock-ups, visual aids, and instruction sheets) as necessary.
• Instructs, manages, and supervises individuals and groups in classrooms, laboratories, and shops by using appropriate teaching methods.
• Evaluates instruction and learning by means of appropriate testing methods. Maintains a student-oriented approach to education.
• Recommends students for advancement and graduation.
• Maintains and submits accurate and current reports and records involving student accountability, attendance, performance, and follow-up.
• Coordinates cooperative work experience programs and students as assigned.
• Assists counselors, department chairperson and/or program coordinator, faculty, and department staff in maintaining an effective program.
• Is thoroughly familiar with the academic freedom and professional responsibility statement and adheres to these policies.
• Maintains desirable and safe laboratory, shop, and classroom conditions.

• AAS in Culinary Arts from an accredited institution.
• Two years in a culinary role.
• Serv Safe certified.

• Demonstrated ability to guide students through real-world projects, startup simulations, or capstone experiences.
• Familiarity with project-based learning and experiential teaching methods.
• Passion for mentoring students and fostering creativity, resilience, and innovation.

Knowledge

• Extensive knowledge of student management, motivation, and evaluation.
• Extensive knowledge of evaluation of instruction, curriculum development, program development, and evaluation.
• Thorough knowledge of the appropriate field of study.
• Knowledge of work experience programs (if appropriate for assignment).
• Knowledge of the management of resources for products, production, or services within an organization.
• Extensive knowledge of subject matter and course content of classes to be taught, instructional strategies, and techniques.

Skills

• Skill in public speaking and report writing.
• Effective human relations skills and communication techniques

Abilities

• Ability to apply effectively general principles to specific conditions.
• Ability to follow written and oral procedures and instructions.
• Ability to work effectively with people.

UVU employment decisions are made on the basis of an applicant's qualifications and ability to perform the job without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age (40 and over), disability, veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, or pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or other bases protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.