Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Challenge Charter Schools
Job overview
The High School Culinary Arts Teacher at Challenge Charter Schools delivers specialized culinary instruction to prepare students for careers in food service and production, contributing to their academic and career success.
Responsibilities and impact
The teacher develops and administers culinary arts curriculum, evaluates student progress, manages classroom behavior, communicates with parents, and collaborates with staff to support student achievement and career readiness.
Compensation and benefits
The position offers a competitive salary range of $62,000 to $95,000 based on experience, with benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 403(b) retirement with match, paid family leave, flexible spending accounts, and professional development opportunities.
Experience and skills
Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree, preferably a Master's, NYS Teaching Certification or working towards it in Culinary Careers, Certificate of Eligibility or CTE Certification, and Food Protection Certificate; strong classroom management and culturally responsive teaching skills are essential.
Career development
Opportunities include participation in committees, ongoing professional development through weekly PD, year-round training, and coaching to support growth and leadership within the school.
Work environment and culture
The school fosters a collaborative, inclusive, and supportive environment focused on equity, staff development, and community engagement, emphasizing cultural responsiveness and shared decision-making.
Company information
Challenge Charter Schools, founded in 2010, serves over 1200 students K-12 in Far Rockaway, Queens, offering rigorous academic programs with a focus on college and career readiness in a supportive, technology-enriched environment.
Team overview
The teacher will join a collaborative team across multiple sites dedicated to supporting all scholars and working collectively to achieve the school's mission.
Job location and travel
The role is based at the 15-20 Central Avenue, Far Rockaway, NY 11691 site, serving grades 9-12, with a full-time schedule from mid-August through June.
Application process
Applicants undergo a multi-phase selection process including a virtual HR interview, demo and panel interviews, and final reference checks before an offer and contract are extended.
Unique job features
This role uniquely combines culinary arts education with career and technical training, emphasizing food safety, commercial production, and hospitality skills within a culturally responsive teaching framework.
Company overview
Challenge Charter Schools is an educational organization focused on providing high-quality, tuition-free public education through its network of charter schools. They generate revenue primarily through public funding allocated per student, similar to traditional public schools, but with greater flexibility in curriculum and operations. Founded with a mission to offer innovative and effective teaching methods, Challenge Charter Schools has a history of emphasizing personalized learning and community involvement. The organization is known for its commitment to fostering academic excellence and preparing students for future success in a supportive environment.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight your expertise in culinary arts education, focusing on curriculum development, food safety, commercial production, and student engagement aligned with Challenge Charter Schools' mission to support underserved communities.
Emphasize your classroom management skills, ability to set high academic and behavioral expectations, and your experience in culturally responsive teaching and community engagement.
Apply through multiple platforms including Challenge Charter Schools' official website, LinkedIn, and other job boards where the position is listed to maximize your application visibility.
Connect on LinkedIn with current teachers, instructional coordinators, or the Senior Director of Secondary Teaching and Learning 6-12 at Challenge Charter Schools; use ice breakers like commenting on their commitment to underserved communities or asking about innovative culinary arts teaching methods they employ.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'culinary arts curriculum,' 'food safety,' 'classroom management,' 'culturally responsive pedagogy,' and 'student achievement,' ensuring your resume passes initial automated screenings.
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