CTE Culinary Arts Teacher; SY- Irving HS

CTE Culinary Arts Teacher (26-27 SY)- Irving HS

Irving ISD Irving HS - Irving, Texas

Job : 5725384

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: May 19, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

IRVING INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT

CTE CULINARY ARTS TEACHER

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE: Culinary Arts Teacher

WAGE/HOUR STATUS: Exempt

FUNDING SOURCE: Local

REPORTS TO: Principal/Director of Career and Technical Education

PAY GRADE: Teacher Salary Schedule approved by the Board of Trustees

LENGTH OF DUTY: 187 days plus additional days assigned based on teaching assignment

DEPARTMENT: Career and Technical Education

DATE REVISED: May 2026

PRIMARY

PURPOSE:

Provide students with the academic and technical preparation to pursue high-demand and high-skill careers in culinary related industries. The knowledge and skills are acquired within a sequential, standards-based program that integrates hands‑on and project-based instruction. Standards included in the Culinary Arts courses are designed to prepare students for nationally recognized industry certifications, postsecondary education, and entry-level careers.

Minimum

Education/Certification:

• Bachelor's degree.
• 3-5 years recent (within the last 8 years) full-time industry working experience.
• Preferred:
  Valid Texas teaching certificate for subject/level assigned and/or ability to acquire certifications in the subject area required for the program.
• Any home economics or homemaking certificate.
• Family and Consumer Sciences, Composite:
  Grades 6-12.
• Hospitality, Nutrition, and Food Sciences:
  Grades 8-12.
• Trade and Industrial
  
  Education:
  
  Grades 6-12. This assignment requires appropriate work approval.
• Trade and Industrial
  
  Education:
  
  Grades 8-12. This assignment requires appropriate work approval.
• Trade and Industrial Workforce Training:
  Grades 6-12. This assignment requires appropriate work approval.

Special Knowledge/

Skills:

• Industry experience required.
• Demonstrated competency in the subject area assigned.
• Knowledge of curriculum and instruction.
• Proficient in industry specific software, or willing to attend training.
• Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior.
• Strong organizational, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Fluent with technology use and actively integrates technology to enhance student learning.
• Strong understanding of career opportunities and skills required for employment.
• Self‑motivated with excellent work ethic.

Instructional Strategies:

• Develop and implement plans for the curriculum program assigned and show written evidence of preparation as required.
• Teach knowledge and skill concepts in Hospitality and Tourism in accordance with the required Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills, district curricula, industry standards and administrative regulations.
• Provide students with instruction on industry standard software.
• Provide opportunities, where appropriate, for students to earn industry certifications.
• Access and use available data to plan and implement appropriate instructional/learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect accommodations for individual needs of students assigned (i.e. gifted and talented, bilingual/ESL, 504, etc).
• Work cooperatively with special education teachers/staff to modify curricula as needed for special education students according to guidelines established by Individual Education Plans (IEP).
• Cooperate with other members of the staff in planning and implementing instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to district requirements.
• Plan and supervise purposeful assignments for teacher aide(s) and/or volunteer(s) while working with students in the classroom.
• Use appropriate technologies to strengthen and enhance the teaching and learning process.
• Participate as an active member of the Hospitality and Tourism Advisory Board.
• Participate as a sponsor of a CTE student organization and competitions and other related student organizations (FCCLA).
• Organize and support activities for students.

Student Growth and Development:

• Assist students in analyzing and improving methods and habits of study.
• Consistently monitor student achievement through formative and summative assessments.
• Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned and may sponsor outside activities approved by the campus principal.
• Present a positive role model for students that supports the mission of the school district.

Classroom Management and Organization:

• Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to the intellectual, physical, social, and emotional development of students.
• Provide safety training for students and maintain documentation that the student mastered the concepts.
• Manage student behavior in the classroom and other areas as appropriate in accordance with Student Code of Conduct, board policies, administrative regulations, and/or IEP.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and…