Culinary Enrichment Teacher I (After-School Programs)

Lunch Bunch Co•Lodi, CA

17d

About The Position

The Level 1 Enrichment Teacher collaborates with other teachers to implement and manage culinary-based educational enrichment programs and cooking classes. The role supports instruction, prepares materials, and provides individualized attention to students, helping create an engaging learning environment focused on cooking and culinary arts. It may suit aspiring teachers, education majors, youth program leaders, camp counselors, coaches, and others who enjoy helping children learn through hands-on experiences. This is an active classroom leadership role, not simply an assistant position. Teachers help manage student engagement, behavior, lesson execution, and overall classroom success. They create a positive, structured environment where students can safely explore cooking, build confidence, and develop life skills. The work takes place in fast-paced, interactive classrooms and requires dependability, adaptability, initiative, and comfort leading groups of children. The position requires after-school availability, typically between 2:00 PM and 6:00 PM. Class sessions vary from two to six hours per day depending on location, and teachers must commit to a consistent weekly schedule throughout the semester. Schedules may change seasonally. Compensation is $20 per hour, with opportunities to advance to Level II and Level III Teacher positions based on performance and readiness. The role may include other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Experience working with children in a leadership, instructional, or support role.
Ability to effectively manage and engage a group of students in an active, hands-on environment.
Strong communication skills and a high level of reliability.
Willingness to learn, receive feedback, and continuously improve.
Must pass a background check and LiveScan.
TB clearance is required.
Availability during after-school hours, typically between 2:00 PM and 6:00 PM.
Ability to work classes lasting two to six hours per day, depending on location.
Ability to commit to a consistent weekly schedule throughout the semester; schedules may change with seasonality.
Ability to review lesson plans and training materials before classes.
Ability to lift classroom supplies and equipment up to 35 pounds.
Ability to stand, walk, and actively engage with students throughout class sessions.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with children in a classroom, camp, enrichment, or youth program setting.
Experience teaching, coaching, mentoring, or leading groups.
Culinary, food service, or food handling experience.
CPR and/or First Aid certification.

Responsibilities

Review lesson plans weekly in advance.
Watch weekly recorded training videos.
Attend pre-semester teacher training sessions.
Communicate proactively with the Enrichments Manager or supervisors when support is needed.
Prepare classroom materials and food efficiently.
Distribute materials or handouts before class ends.
Manage student behavior, engagement, and classroom flow.
Teach and reinforce kitchen safety and basic cooking skills.
Report in-class incidents promptly using incident reports.
Submit feedback after each class.
Support instructional activities and provide individualized attention to students.