About the Role
This position offers a chance to spark curiosity and creativity in the kitchen while introducing Nursery through 4th grade students to the basics of cooking, food science, and nutrition. Create a safe and engaging environment where students can explore new ingredients, follow recipes, and proudly share their creations.
Responsibilities
- Teach age-appropriate cooking lessons emphasizing fun, safety, and basic culinary skills.
- Plan and lead engaging recipes introducing students to new foods, cultures, and kitchen tools.
- Manage and prepare ingredients and materials in advance of each class session.
- Guide students through hands-on activities like mixing, measuring, chopping, and decorating.
- Help students create simple, take-home recipes or edible projects to share with families.
- Collaborate with admin to manage student progress and behavioral expectations.
- Communicate effectively with management regarding student and program-related matters.
- Utilize company-wide digital platforms for administrative tasks.
- Maintain a clean and organized cooking space, and follow all safety and food-handling protocols.
Requirements
- Experience working with students, preferably elementary age.
- Basic kitchen skills and experience leading hands-on cooking activities.
- Punctual, reliable, and passionate about teaching.
- Excellent classroom management and communication skills.
- Ability to maintain a safe and hygienic learning environment.
- Enrolled in a Bachelor’s program in Education, Nutrition, or a related field.
- Teaching experience, preferably with elementary-level students.
- Excellent knowledge of kitchen tools and safety guidelines.
- Ability to inspire and motivate young learners.
Skills
- Cooking
- Food Science
- Nutrition
- Teaching
- Classroom Management
- Communication
- Curriculum Development
- Food Handler Certification
Location
- New York, NY
Work Type
- Part-time
Experience Level
- Teaching experience, preferably with elementary-level students
- Experience in curriculum development
- Experience leading cooking or nutrition based classes for youth
Education Level
- Enrolled in a Bachelor’s program in Education, Nutrition, or a related field.
Salary/Compensations
- $35-45 per hour
Benefits
- Be part of a passionate team dedicated to empowering the next generation.
- Grow personally and professionally in a supportive and dynamic environment.
- Enjoy the unique opportunity to combine your expertise with creative teaching methodologies.
About the Company
- Calhoun Montessori School
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