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Columbus Technical College is seeking a qualified individual to serve as a part-time Instructional Aide in the Culinary Arts Department. The Instructional Aide will support faculty by assisting with the delivery of instruction and hands-on training for students enrolled in the Culinary Arts program. This position helps maintain a productive learning environment by preparing instructional materials, assisting with laboratory and kitchen activities, monitoring student progress during practical exercises, maintaining equipment and work areas, and providing general support to instructors to enhance student learning and success. This position is part-time/non-exempt.

Responsibilities:

• Assist instructors with classroom instruction, demonstrations, and presentations

• Support instructors in maintaining a positive, safe, and effective learning environment

• Assist with documenting and monitoring student progress and maintaining accurate instructional records

• Perform a variety of clerical and administrative tasks in support of instructional activities

• Prepare instructional materials, demonstrations, laboratory exercises, equipment, and exhibits for classroom and kitchen labs

• Maintain inventory and request classroom and laboratory supplies, materials, and equipment as needed

• Provide individual and small-group tutoring to reinforce classroom and laboratory instruction

• Assist students and instructors during hands-on laboratory and kitchen activities in the Culinary Arts program

• Ensure lab and kitchen areas are organized, clean, and maintained in accordance with food safety and sanitation standards

• Assist with the setup, operation, and cleanup of culinary labs and instructional activities

• Support faculty with course management responsibilities, including Blackboard updates, calendars, grade entry, announcements, and other instructional technology tasks

• Demonstrate excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills while interacting with students, faculty, staff, and community partners

• Maintain confidentiality of student records and information in accordance with institutional policies

• Perform other job-related duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED

• Diploma or Technical Certificate in Culinary Arts or a closely related culinary field

Preferred Qualifications:

• Minimum of six (6) months of recent work experience in the culinary industry

• Experience assisting with food preparation, commercial kitchen operations, or culinary instruction

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with students, faculty, and staff

• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices, including ServSafe principles

• Ability to work in a fast-paced instructional kitchen environment while maintaining a high standard of professionalism and safety

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Salary is commensurate with education and experience.

Application Deadline:
Applications accepted until filled. Applicants must submit a Columbus Technical College employment application onlineand upload a cover letter, resume and copy of transcript(s) at time of application (Incomplete submissions will not be considered). **Please note: All references will be checked prior to employment offer. Post offer requirements will include a criminal background check and motor vehicle records check. **
Please note:If you are a current retiree of the State of Georgia Teachers Retirement System (TRS) or Employee's Retirement System (ERS), you must contact your retirement system prior to working for Columbus Technical College and verify your eligibility to work and the work hour limitations. Failure to comply with the retirement system's requirements may cause a delay or stoppage of your retirement pay. Upon hire, you must notify Columbus Technical College Human Resources Department of your retirement status.

Employment Policy:
Equal opportunity and decisions based on merit are fundamental values of the Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG). The TCSG State Board prohibits discrimination on the basis of an individual's age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status ("protected status"). No individual shall be excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise subjected to unlawful discrimination, harassment, or retaliation under, any TCSG program or activity because of the individual's protected status; nor shall any individual be given preferential treatment because of the individual's protected status, except the preferential treatment may be given on the basis of veteran status when appropriate under federal or state law.
Columbus Technical College is an equal opportunity employer. All employment processes and decisions, including but not limited to hiring, promotion, and tenure shall be free of ideological tests, affirmations, and oaths, including diversity statements. The basis and determining factor for such decisions should be that the individual possesses the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities associated with the role, and is believed to have the ability to successfully perform the essential functions, responsibilities, and duties associated with the position for which the person is being considered. At the core of any such decision is ensuring the institution's ability to achieve its mission and strategic priorities in support of student success.

For nondiscrimination information, please contact:

• Dr. Felicia Harris, Title IX Coordinator for Students- 706.641.5032,fharris@columbustech.edu
• Jennifer Thompson, Title IX Coordinator for Employees- 706.649.1883,jthompson@columbustech.edu
• Olive Vidal-Kendall, Section 504 Coordinator (ADA/Section 504)- 706.649.1442,ovidal-kendall@columbustech.edu

All coordinators can also be reached at Columbus Technical College, 928 Manchester Expressway, Columbus, Georgia 31904-6572

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Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services.
Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.