Culinary Arts

Kansas City Kansas Community College • Kansas City, KS

231d • $970

About The Position

Kansas City Kansas Community College (KCKCC) is currently searching for an adjunct faculty member to provide high-quality, learner-centered instruction for students enrolled in Culinary-related coursework at any KCKCC location while supporting the institution's mission, vision, and strategic plan. This is a POOL position. Application materials for this adjunct position are accepted on an ongoing basis due to the increasing demand for courses in this subject area.

Requirements

• Three (3) years of related industry experience.
• Associate degree in an appropriate discipline.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in an appropriate discipline.
• Previous teaching experience.
• Experience in learner-centered pedagogy.

Responsibilities

• Provide formal instruction and leadership in the Culinary Arts program using learner-centered pedagogy.
• Ensure curriculum, resources, and materials are updated with industry standards and practices.
• Specify, select, operate, and maintain equipment and/or training modules required to support the specific course(s) taught within departmental budget constraints.
• Ensure program equipment stays current and on trend with the industry.
• Work with program personnel on the departmental budget.
• Maintain and update course syllabi addressing targeted student abilities, specific competencies, textbook requirements, grading/assessment methodology, course scheduling, and/or other items as required.
• Prepare course lesson plans utilizing the approved program syllabi.
• Demonstrate commitment to the program, division, and total institution by timely attendance and submission of required grades, attendance, or other miscellaneous reports to the administration.
• Help to recruit and market the program to potential students.
• Collaborate on textbook section and educational resources to support the program learning with program personnel.
• Complete all assessment activities per the Office of Assessment's guidelines, including program review and documentation.
• Participate in industry-based advisory board meetings in support of a college-level program. The advisory board must meet a minimum of twice per year.
• Assist in student job placement and follow-up.
• Ensure students are following appropriate safety practices.
• Participate in regular professional development.
• Participate in regular program meetings with program faculty and staff.
• Serve on institutional committees as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• $970.32 per credit hour

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Associate degree