[Hiring] Adjunct Instructor – Math, Technical Writing, or Communications @Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts

Role Description

The Adjunct Instructor is responsible for facilitating meaningful learning of course competencies and supporting all facets of the learning environment. This role provides learning-centered instruction that prepares students to meet the evolving needs of the marketplace. Instructors foster a culture of learning that values mutual respect, lifelong learning, ethics, and both personal and professional development.

• Engage all students to support achievement of course learning outcomes.
• Customize the course shell to add value beyond the textbook (e.g., personal experience, case studies, supplemental readings).
• Actively participate in discussion boards and guide conversations toward course objectives.
• Coach struggling students and support their academic success.
• Identify at-risk students and collaborate with Academic Leadership, Registrar, and Academic Advisors to develop success plans.
• Respond to all student inquiries within 24 hours.
• Submit final course grades by the Tuesday following the last day of the block.
• Attend scheduled program meetings, in-service workshops, and college-wide faculty meetings.
• Relate professional and/or academic experience to course content through real-world examples and current industry or academic trends.
• Assist Academic Leadership with course- or program-related tasks as needed.
• Support the Registrar in maintaining accurate student records.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Associate degree required; Bachelor’s degree or higher in Math, English, Communications, Technical Writing, Education, or a related field strongly preferred.
• One year of teaching experience preferred.
• Demonstrated academic or professional experience directly related to the subject area taught.
• Equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience may be considered.

Requirements

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage conflict and support student success.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Team-oriented and collaborative.
• Analytical and report-writing skills.
• Coachability and openness to feedback.
• Commitment to ethics, professionalism, and a respectful learning environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, etc.) and online learning platforms.

Benefits

• Compensation is $73 per 1 hour and 50 minute class.
• Adjunct Instructors are not eligible for company benefits, vacation, or holiday pay, but are eligible for the enhanced Employee Assistance Program.