Adjunct Instructor - Culinary Arts

Austin Peay State University   Clarksville, TN   Full-time     Education
Posted on April 21, 2024
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Posting Details

Position Information

Posting Number

2012587Faculty

Working Title

Adjunct Instructor - Culinary Arts

Pay Rate

Regular/Temporary

Regular

If temporary, list duration

Type of Appointment

Temporary

Contract Period

Employment Category

Adjunct Position?

Yes

Position Summary Information

Position Summary

Austin Peay State University is currently seeking part-time, temporary, adjunct instructors in the area of Culinary Arts. The Department offers both online and on-campus courses and an ability to teach both is prized.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare all course materials and lessons for assigned sections

• Deliver learning-centered instruction by establishing a classroom or online environment conducive to learning

• Provide students with clear course expectations, evaluations and timelines through an approved, standardized syllabus

• Ensure that students are complying with department dress code and culinary lab policies as well as completing all course assignments and course preparation

• Administer and grade quizzes, assessments and exams to evaluate and document achievement

• Ensure that the culinary lab and classroom are left clean and organized

• Ensure course and program learning outcomes are delivered as defined by the syllabus

• Maintain proper records of each student's progress and have them accessible to the student

• Complete grading and provide student feedback on a timely basis

• Consult with the program director, culinary faculty, and/or other appropriate university personnel on questions or issues involving course curricula, instructional strategies, and university policies and procedures

• Respond to requests (e.g., from students, academic area chairs, department heads, committee chairs, registrar's office) in a timely and thorough manner

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

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Physical Requirements
  • Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.
Required Minimum Qualifications

Required Minimum Qualifications
  • Associates degree in Culinary Arts from an accredited institution
  • At least three (3) years culinary industry experience
  • Servsafe Manager Certification, or willingness to obtain within six months
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Strong interpersonal skills and a strong desire to teachA background search will be required of the successful applicant.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution
  • Previous teaching experience
  • Five (5) years industry or business experience in the teaching subject area
  • ACF Certification
  • Experience with D2L or other learning management system
  • Experience working with individuals from diverse academic backgrounds and life experiences
Posting Detail Information

Open Date

02/16/2024

Close Date

Open Until Filled

No

Special Instructions to Applicants

- Each applicant must include the names and contact information for three references, one of which must be from your most recent or current employer, with your application materials. Many people add this to the end of the CV/Resume.

- If you would like to additionally attach Letters of Recommendation (no more than three) to your online application, letters must be dated one year or less from the date of your application. You may attach your letters of recommendation in the “Optional Documents” section under the “Letter of Reference” tab. Letters of recommendation may be sent by email to “facultyapplications@apsu.edu” or hard copy to “Austin Peay State University, Human Resources Dept., PO Box 4507, Clarksville, TN 37044” with your name and desired position clearly indicated after your online application is completed.

Please refer all questions to facultyapplications@apsu.edu

IT IS A CLASS A MISDEMEANOR TO MISREPRESENT ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS

Austin Peay State University is an AA/EEO employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability or age in its program and activities.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
    Applicant Documents
    Required Documents
    1. Cover Letter
    2. Curriculum Vitae
    Optional Documents
    1. Unofficial Transcript
    2. Letter of Recommendation 1
    3. Letter of Recommendation 2
    4. Letter of Recommendation 3