CTE Foods & Nutrition Teacher

Job Description

CTE Family and Consumer Sciences (Foods & Nutrition) Teacher – High School.

Position Classification: Licensed Teacher – Career and Technical Education (Family and Consumer Sciences)

Term of Employment: 10 Months

FLSA Status: Exempt

Reports To: Principal and CTE Director

Starting Date: August 17, 2026

Provide high‑quality instruction aligned with the North Carolina CTE Essential Standards and Family and Consumer Sciences curriculum while preparing students for college, career, and community success.

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
• Holds or is eligible to hold a North Carolina Professional Educator License in Family and Consumer Sciences Education
• Demonstrated knowledge of food preparation, nutrition, food safety, sanitation, and culinary arts
• Strong communication, classroom management, and organizational skills

• Plan and deliver engaging instruction aligned to NC CTE Essential Standards
• Teach Foods and Nutrition, Culinary Arts, Hospitality, and related courses
• Maintain a safe and sanitary food laboratory environment
• Supervise students during food preparation and laboratory activities
• Maintain inventory, equipment, and instructional supplies
• Assess and monitor student progress and maintain accurate records
• Support FCCLA and other CTE student leadership activities
• Coordinate industry credentials and work‑based learning opportunities
• Collaborate with families, staff, business partners, and community stakeholders
• Perform other duties as assigned by the principal or designee

• Knowledge of the Family and Consumer Sciences curriculum
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations
• Ability to manage a laboratory classroom environment
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to integrate instructional technology into classroom instruction

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
• Ability to demonstrate culinary techniques and safely operate kitchen equipment
• Ability to lift and carry supplies weighing up to 30 pounds

• Ross Rumbaugh, Principal
• Robert L. Patton High School
• Phone:
• Email: rrumbaugh.nc.us

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the position. Burke County Public Schools reserves the right to modify the duties assigned to this position.