Culinary Arts Instructor

Odle Management – A subsidiary of Eckerd Connects

Reports to the CTT Manager and is a salaried, exempt position. Performs as an instructor in a regular classroom setting, presenting instructions in designated subject area. Demonstrates on-going commitment to preparing young people for the workforce by modeling, mentoring, and monitoring excellence in the eight Career Success Standards of: workplace relations and ethics; information management; communications; multicultural awareness; personal growth and development; career and personal planning; interpersonal skills and independent living.

Salary Range: $58,000 to $68,000 

Our employee benefits include: 

• Low-Cost Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off 
• 11 paid holidays
• Retirement savings plan with employer match up to 5%
• Flexible spending accounts
• Paid short-term and voluntary long-term disability
• Group Term Life and AD&D Insurance
• Voluntary term life insurance

Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Demonstrates and abides by ODLE Core Values and operating principles.
• Promotes a positive and desirable atmosphere within the classroom setting to insure maximum student motivation.
• Meets SMART Goals established by management every Program Year.
• Maintains a high degree of discipline within the classroom setting in order to insure maximum learning.
• Instructs on the Certified Nurse Assistant curriculum in accordance with the Job Corps requirements and program specifications.
• Counsels and motivates students regarding behavior, training, personal and/or study habits and problems.
• Develops and prepares supplemental lessons and recommends curricula changes.
• Individualizes the Certified Nurse Assistant curriculum to fit the students’ choice of vocation and maintains contact with counselors and instructors.
• Prepares reports such as student/staff hours, requisitions, and monthly student evaluations.
• Maintains classroom environment (behavior and surroundings) conductive to learning.
• Attends required staff training sessions.
• Clearly communicates and consistently models appropriate CSS and employability skills including personal responsibility and computer fluency.
• Maintains accountability of staff, students, and property, adheres to safety practices in all areas of responsibility.
• Cultivates and maintains a climate on center that is free of harassment, intimidation, and disrespect to provide a safe place for staff and students to work and learn.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by a person in this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties that may be performed in such a position. 

Education and Experience Requirements: 

• Certified, licensed, or accredited in the state in which the center is located, or is accredited by a professional trade organization. (RO may waive if center is unable to hire certified or licensed instructors, but candidates must pursue certification)
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record preferred.  

Additional Requirements: Knowledge of required subject area. Ability to transfer topical knowledge to meet specific learning objectives fluently in English. Ability to compose descriptive reports. Able to use appropriate techniques to implement programmatic activities. Excellent organizational skills. Ability to obtain and maintain CPR/First Aid Certification. Ability to motivate and inspire students and effectively relate to the trainee population. Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the employer will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.   Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.  Relay Services Dial 711. Submit Request: https://eckerd.org/about-us/contact-us/     

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Odle Management is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, age, disability, or status as a protected veteran. 

Odle Management is a drug-free workplace and utilizes E-verify to confirm employment eligibility.

The employer of record for this position is Eckerd Youth Alternatives, Inc. DBA Eckerd Connects which assigns employees to Odle Management Group, LLC