21_22 Culinary Arts Virtual Teacher

Part-time Virtual Teaching Position - Work From Home
Must Be Available During the Student's Instructional Day. 
No after-school or weekend classes available
  
Teacher – Culinary Arts
Must be certified in the state of Texas in Family and Consumer Sciences or Home
Economics or Hospitality Nutrition and Food Sciences. You must have a CTE
license.
Terms of Employment: Up to 10 Months 
 
POSITION SUMMARY: 
The teacher will implement an appropriate educational curriculum based on State Culinary
Arts Standards and the course pacing guides provided by the district. The teacher will create
and maintain an educational atmosphere that encourages effective student learning. This
person will report directly to the Vice Principals at Proximity Learning. Approved candidates
will be placed into an active teacher pool. 
 
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 
This list of Essential Duties and Responsibilities is not exhaustive and may be supplemented.
1. Administer appropriate curriculum, which is aligned with the State Standards for
Culinary Arts.
2. Differentiate instruction and supplement content to meet the needs of all students.
3. Create and maintain a positive, engaging virtual learning environment for all
students.
4. Develop and implement the components of an effective Culinary Arts lesson for
instruction.
5. Analyze student progress, maintain grading and lesson planning, and provide
students with timely feedback.
6. Participate in other job-related duties and activities related to the position as
assigned, including but not limited to professional development, PLC’s, and
department meetings.
7. Maintain a professional on screen appearance by following PLI professional dress
code.
8. Adhere to the Proximity Learning virtual classroom expectations - arrive to class 5
minutes prior to the class start time, have camera/microphone on throughout the
live class.
 
POSITION EXPECTATIONS: 
1. Demonstrate knowledge, skill, and ability to provide instruction in a virtual
classroom.
2. Work cooperatively with students, colleagues, in-class facilitator, and company
management.
3. Guide the learning process toward achievement of curriculum goals.
4. Establish and communicate clear objectives for all lessons, units, assignments, and
projects.
5. Employ a variety of instructional techniques and strategies aligned with instructional
objectives.
6. Participate as an active member with other faculty.
7. Maintain accurate and complete records as required by company policy.

8. Maintain and improve professional competence.
9. Communicate effectively with your students, colleagues, and managers, including
replying to all communications within 24 hours.
10. Monthly observations, with provided feedback, to be implemented into classrooms
for continuous professional growth.
11. Adhere to policies and expectations outlined in the PLI Teacher Handbook.
 
POSITION REQUIREMENTS: 
1. Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university
2. Licenses and Certifications (Must be CTE/Vocational Teaching license issued in the
state of Texas)
a. Must possess a teaching license issued by the Texas Education Agency (TEA)
b. Certified in relevant subject area(s)
c. Open to seeking additional out of state certifications based on class offerings
 
TECHNOLOGY REQUIREMENTS:
1. Internet: Consumer-grade WiFi, or wired Internet connection
2. Internet Speeds: 15 MBPS Download, 5 MBPS Upload, Check through speedtest.net
3. Computer: Processor: Single Core 1.5Ghz or Higher, RAM: 4GB or higher, Windows
7, 8, 8.1, or 10 Mac 2014 or newer, No Chromebooks
4. Must have two monitors: Laptop Screen External Monitor (for laptops) Computer
Monitor External Monitor/TV Screen (for desktop computers)
5. Camera: Webcam or HD webcam HD camera
6. Audio: Built-in, USB plug-in or wireless Bluetooth
7. Headset:  wired or handsfree/bluetooth
 
BENEFITS AVAILABLE
All teachers are qualified to participate in our benefits program.  Details provided at time of
interview.
 
AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION / EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER 
This employer does not knowingly discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, or national origin.