Culinary Arts Teacher

The Ivy Street School is a small, year-round, private residential special education school committed to advancing equity and access for young people living with disabilities. We serve neurodiverse adolescents ages 13-22. We support the whole child through a student-first model that is driven by collaboration, a willingness to think big, and a commitment to knowing our students well.

We believe that every student is exceptional and at Ivy Street, we work tirelessly to create the educational and therapeutic conditions for our students to thrive. As a community, we are focused on the immediate needs of our scholars with an unwavering eye on their future needs and the concrete plans to achieve it. Our multidisciplinary team works to create rich and meaningful experiences that will nurture learning and prepare our students for their transition into adulthood and independent living. While our classrooms have four walls, we consider Boston our second classroom and our students are often making meaning and deepening learning throughout the city.

SUMMARY

Ivy Street is searching for a charismatic energized Culinary Arts Teacher to bring new ideas and programming to Ivy Street students. The Culinary Arts program consists of one teacher and two teaching assistants who work together as a team and are responsible for the instruction, training, and career preparation necessary for students to gain knowledge and comfortability in a kitchen environment. Ivy Street is for those who desire to work in an environment that supports their creativity and innovation, and serves a population were their efforts matter. Managing not only classes and student workers also managing the lunch and dinner services at Ivy Street School daily.
 
 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Teaching & Teamwork

• Develop and facilitate responsive and engaging lessons based on student interest and learning styles
• Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the diverse learning styles and needs of students, incorporating a Project-Based Learning framework for appropriate curricular units
• Build healthy and meaningful relationships with students through the ARC model

• Communicate and collaborate with the multidisciplinary team as needed to assess student progress and determine additional supports or interventions for areas of additional treatment needs
• Weekly attendance in the Teacher Department Meeting
• As needed attendance in monthly internal Progress Team meetings (PPAM) for specific student neds
• Attend monthly Teacher Professional Development
• Attend monthly All Staff Professional Development

Kitchen Oversight & Regulations

• Plan and prepare meals for the school, including breakfast, lunch, dinner, and weekend meals
• Proficiency in cooking for multiple dietary restrictions
• Cognizance of allergies and how to prepare foods accordingly to keep students safe
• Keep and maintain a safe and sanitary work environment according to all state regulatory agencies (ServSafe, DESE, EEC)
• Place weekly food and supply order for the school through U.S. Foods
• Proficiency in purchasing and receiving goods
• Maintain positive working relationships with vendors
• Develop and participate in cleaning routines within the culinary program that are aligned with state regulatory standards (EEC, Board of Health)
• Support and prepare for any inspections or visits from regulatory agencies
• Ability to work multiple hours on feet in kitchen environment

SUPERVISORY

LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION, EDUCATION

• B.A. or B.S. in Special Education, Education, or similar field
• Vocational Technical Teacher License in Culinary Arts (preferred)
• Previous experience working with neurodiverse students
• Experience with creating curriculum preferred
• A valid driver’s license
• A background check, drug and alcohol test will be performed prior to start
• CPR and First Aid required, offered upon hire
• ServSafe certified, or ability to become certified

Schedule:  Full-time in person, Monday-Friday 7:00-3:00pm

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At the Ivy Street School, we know that educators have the power to create a transformative learning experience for young people. We are seeking a passionate and dedicated culinary arts teacher who is eager to join a school community that prioritizes student learning through a commitment to supporting our educators. We recognize your expertise, passion, and commitment to accelerating outcomes for students, and we’re on a mission to make it worth your while to teach here.

Here’s why our educators love working at Ivy Street:

• A collaborative community. Our staff function as a team, and we prioritize opportunities for the team to come together. Teachers hold weekly classroom collaboration meetings and participate in monthly student rounds, allowing our team to monitor progress, develop plans, and execute actionable steps towards student success.
• Time for all students. Teachers have 8 students in their classroom. Our 4:1 student-to-staff ratio allows us to provide personalized attention to each of the young people we serve.
• Structured administrative time. We designate time within our school schedule for planning, meeting preparation, and documentation.
• Continuous learning. Teachers participate in monthly all-school professional development, and an additional monthly training workshop focused on teaching and learning. They also receive consistent coaching and supervision through biweekly meetings with the Director of Educational Operations.
• Classroom needs covered. All spending for classroom needs is covered by the school, including a designated budget for community trips and school supplies.
• Generous and flexible time off. We offer a generous earned time program, including sick days and vacation time. Days off are not restricted to school breaks.

As a school community, we recognize and celebrate the expertise of our teaching staff. If you are an educator looking to elevate your career and make an impact on the lives of neurodivergent young people, we hope you will consider applying for the Culinary Arts Teacher position at Ivy Street.

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

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Frequent walking, standing, and driving. Must be able to maintain a high level of energy in a fast-paced environment. Must be able to lift and/or carry lightweight and moderately heavy objects. Must be able to assist in lifting and transferring participants. Must be able to implement safety restraint procedures in response to emergencies or treatment plans and apply First Aid and CPR

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In accordance with MAB’s ADA policy, MAB will engage in an interactive dialogue with individuals to determine if the essential functions of the position may be fulfilled with or without a reasonable accommodation.