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Cook County ISD 166

Culinary Arts Teacher

Grand Marais, MN · On-site

$48K - $93K/yr

Develops and administers Culinary Arts Education classes consistent with school district goals and objectives. * Teaches knowledge and understanding of Culinary Arts. * Develops students' concepts in ...

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Culinary Arts Teacher

Grand Marais, MN • On-site

Cook County Independent School District 166
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$48K - $93K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement

Posted 29 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Develops and administers Culinary Arts Education classes consistent with school district goals and objectives.

  • Teaches knowledge and understanding of Culinary Arts and related topics such as nutrition, food groups, diet, caloric intake, vitamins, and food safety.

  • Conducts ongoing assessment of student growth and progress, and modifies instructional methods to meet individual student needs.

Job description

Position Type:
High School/Middle School Teaching/Family/Consumer Science
Date Posted:
8/17/2026
Location:
Cook County High School
Closing Date:
Until Filled
Culinary Arts Teacher
Position Purpose
Under the general supervision of the School Principal, to develop students' awareness and understanding of Culinary Arts, health and nutrition, and the importance of food and kitchen safety; and to motivate students to work towards good habits.
Essential Functions
  • Develops and administers Culinary Arts Education classes consistent with school district goals and objectives.
  • Teaches knowledge and understanding of Culinary Arts.
  • Develops students' concepts in nutrition, food groups, diet, caloric intake, vitamins, and related topics.
  • Conducts ongoing assessment of student growth and progress in Culinary Arts, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student's needs, including students with special needs; conducts individual and small group instruction as needed.
  • Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research.
  • Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
  • Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
  • Ensures that student conduct conforms to the school's standards and school district policies, and establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
  • Coordinates with other professional staff members, especially within physical education and grade level, and participates in faculty meetings and committees.
  • Selects and requisitions appropriate instructional aids and other supplies and equipment and maintains inventory records.

Additional Duties
Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.
Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.
Equipment
Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copy and fax machines, and telephone.
Professional kitchen and all related safety equipment
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
  • Knowledge of current Culinary Arts education instructional methods, as well as differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles.
  • Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.
  • Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding education and students, as well as relating to health education.
  • Ability to use culinary tools and equipment, computer network system and software applications as needed.
  • Ability to organize and coordinate work.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
  • Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
  • Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards
Works in standard office and school building environments.
Works in professional kitchen and classroom.
Education:
  • Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in education discipline applicable to teaching assignment.
  • MN Teaching License

Experience
Successful prior teaching experience for the appropriate grade level preferred.
Cook County is located in the northeast corner of Minnesota in the Superior National Forest, along the beautiful north shore of Lake Superior. Our close-knit staff is full of exceptional people providing excellent educational services to a diverse student body. We are currently looking for a motivated educator who believes all children can achieve targeted growth goals regardless of race or economic status. Extra-curricular opportunities available as well.
FLSA Status: Exempt
Compensation: $48,363 - $93,294 per the CCEA Master Agreement, health insurance, 403b match, sick and personal leave

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