Cooking Teaching Opportunities

POTENTIAL INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR INSTRUCTIONAL ASSIGNMENTSProgram: Cooking & Culinary Arts EnrichmentTeaching Mode: In-person instruction at partner schools and community sitesGrade Levels: Elementary, Middle, and High School (varies by assignment)Assignment Scope:Typically one class per weekApproximately one instructional hour per sessionPrograms generally run for about 10 weeksOpportunities available throughout the school year based on school partnerships Position OverviewConcorde Education partners with schools to provide engaging enrichment programs that help students develop practical life skills through hands-on learning.Cooking Instructors lead structured, interactive classes that introduce students to culinary fundamentals while building confidence, creativity, teamwork, and independence. Lessons emphasize safe kitchen practices, healthy food habits, and age-appropriate cooking techniques in a fun, supportive learning environment.Assignments vary by school based on student age, available facilities, and program goals.Example Program TopicsAssignments may include instruction in areas such as:Kitchen safety and sanitationFood safety and allergen awarenessMeasuring ingredients and following recipesBasic food preparation techniquesAge-appropriate knife skills and kitchen tool safetyMixing, baking, stovetop, and no-cook recipesHealthy eating and nutrition fundamentalsCultural and international cuisine explorationMeal planning and reducing food wasteTeamwork, organization, and kitchen responsibilitiesResponsibilitiesDeliver engaging, hands-on cooking lessons using structured lesson plans.Create a safe, organized, and inclusive learning environment.Follow all school safety procedures, food safety standards, and allergy protocols.Adapt instruction to student age, experience level, and available kitchen equipment.Encourage creativity, collaboration, and confidence while developing practical cooking skills.Maintain professional communication with school staff and Concorde Education.Track attendance and complete required program documentation.Minimum QualificationsMinimum of 60 college credits completed or an Associate degree (completed or in progress)Experience in cooking, baking, culinary arts, food preparation, or a related fieldExperience working with children or adolescents in schools, camps, after-school programs, tutoring, coaching, or similar settingsStrong classroom management and communication skillsProfessional, dependable, and organizedAbility to maintain a safe, structured learning environment while supervising hands-on activitiesPreferred QualificationsCulinary education or professional kitchen experienceTeaching or youth enrichment experienceFood safety certification (such as ServSafe)Passion for teaching practical life skills through experiential learning