Culinary Instructor (Teacher) - Deaf School

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Organization: SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF

Agency Contact Name and Information: Kimberly Basil; human.resources@osdb.oh.gov

Work Location:

500 Morse Road Columbus, Ohio, 43214 United States

Compensation: In accordance with OEA/ODBES teacher scale

Schedule: Permanent - Full Time

Work Hours: Mon-Fri, 7:30am - 3:30pm

Classified Indicator: Classified

Union: OEA Scope

Primary Job Skill: Education

Who We Are The Ohio School for the Deaf (OSD) is one of the oldest continuously open public deaf schools in the United States. We welcome approximately 150 Deaf and hard of hearing students to campus each year from around Ohio. We use Expanded Common Core in our classrooms and offer students opportunities to learn and grow socially and emotionally in a safe environment through extra-curricular activities.

What You'll Do The Culinary Instructor is responsible for maintaining licensure in Career and Technical Education (CTE) and relevant industry and curriculum requirements to support the culinary arts program in the hospitality pathway. They are responsible for instructional planning, delivery, and evaluation of learning through approved curriculum, and industry and state approved assessments. The instructor will develop and implement curriculum that provides students with both classroom instruction and hands-on training in culinary techniques, food preparation, baking, nutrition, food safety and sanitation, kitchen operations, and food service management. Responsibilities include maintaining a safe and organized commercial kitchen environment, supervising students during food preparation and service, managing kitchen equipment and inventory, ordering supplies, developing recipes and menus, assessing student performance, and maintaining accurate student records. The instructor will also incorporate industry standards and workplace expectations into daily instruction, support students in developing employability and professional skills, coordinate work-based learning opportunities, prepare students for industry-recognized certifications, and collaborate with school staff, families, community, and industry partners to ensure students are developing the technical and academic skills needed for success in post-secondary education and culinary-related careers. While primarily serving the high school CTE pathway, the Culinary Instructor may also be responsible for supporting students in serving as IEP teacher of record and providing supports in CTE pathways for students K-12 and 4Plus.

Additional Information

• The State of Ohio is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin (ancestry), military status, disability, age (40 years or older), genetic information, sexual orientation, or caregiver status, in making employment-related decisions about an individual.
• The Ohio Deaf and Blind Education Services is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs, and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws. To request a reasonable accommodation due to a disability please contact Kimberly Basil at 614-644-5968 or basil@osdb.oh.gov.
• The final candidate selected for the position will be required to submit a urinalysis to test for illegal drug use prior to an appointment. The State will decline to extend a final offer of employment to any applicant with a verified positive test result. Also, an applicant with a positive test result will not be considered for a position with the State of Ohio for a period of one year.

Why Work for the State of Ohio:

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

Qualifications: Must maintain valid Ohio teaching licensure in Career Technical Workforce Development: Culinary Arts & Food Service Management; OR - The Ohio School for the Deaf has a strong Grow Your Own program. Applicants will be considered if qualifications indicate a path to licensure for any of the above licenses. Must possess or obtain ServSafe Manager certification. Must demonstrate Advanced level on the Sign Language Proficiency Interview (SLPI) within one year of hire, Intermediate level minimum requirement at hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

Licensure as Intervention Specialist K-12 (Hearing Impaired); Workforce, culinary, and hospitality experience; Experience serving as a classroom teacher or intervention specialist. Job Skills: Education, Educational Support, Adaptability, Developing Others, Emotional Intelligence, Leading Others, Presenting

ADA Statement:

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

Drug-Free Workplace:

The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.