Food Service Technology Instructor

Description

The primary purpose and function of this position is to deliver instruction and support student success. Develop course syllabi, outlines, and lesson plans for curriculum courses assigned. Review and select appropriate textbooks and instructional materials and media for the classes to be taught. Develops lectures, classroom activities, laboratory, hands-on exercises, and/or actual work site exercises for students to participate and learn. Monitors and records student progress in courses. Administers tests or other evaluation methods to students; grades and gives feedback on exercises, homework assignments, and tests. Keeps records of student attendance. Serves as advisor to assigned students.

Examples of Duties

The Food Service Technology Instructor will:

• Teach food services courses at Roanoke River Correctional Institution;
• plan and implement educational activities to ensure that the student learning outcomes are consistent with program learning outcomes;
• maintain a high level of professionalism as a representative of the college;
• maintain accurate attendance and scholastic records of students;
• maintain current knowledge of programs, trends, and new developments in the area of expertise;
• ensure continuous improvement and participate in ongoing professional development.

Minimum/Required Qualifications

Required:

• Must have a minimum of five years of experience in the food service industry, or an Associate in Applied Science degree in Culinary Arts or a similar field.
• Must be willing to teach in a correctional facility.
• Must have strong oral and written communication skills, and have good computer skills.