CTE Culinary Arts Teacher; SY- Irving HS

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

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum

Education/Certification:

* Bachelors 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

MAJOR

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

Instructional Strategies:

* Develop and implement plans for the curriculum program assigned and show written evidence of preparation as required.

* Teaches 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 facilities.

* Assist in the selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials.

Communication:

* Establish and maintain open positive lines of communication with students,…