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How much do food technology teacher jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for food technology teacher in the United States is $15.54, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.94 and $17.07 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a food technology teacher?

To thrive as a Food Technology Teacher, you need a strong background in food science, nutrition, and teaching, usually supported by a relevant degree and teaching qualification. Familiarity with classroom management systems, food safety certifications, and practical kitchen equipment is essential. Excellent communication, creativity, and organizational skills are vital for engaging students and delivering effective lessons. These skills ensure students gain practical knowledge, remain safe, and develop valuable life skills in both theoretical and hands-on environments.

What can I do with a food technology teacher degree?

A food technology teacher degree prepares individuals to teach food science, nutrition, and culinary skills in schools or educational programs. Graduates can also work in food product development, quality assurance, or food safety roles, often requiring knowledge of food regulations and laboratory techniques.

What are some common challenges food technology teachers face in engaging students with practical cooking lessons?

Food Technology Teachers often encounter challenges such as varying skill levels among students, limited resources or equipment, and strict time constraints for completing practical tasks. To address these, teachers typically plan differentiated activities, ensure clear safety protocols, and foster teamwork to maximize participation and learning. Building strong classroom management skills and maintaining flexibility are key to creating an inclusive and productive environment where all students can succeed.

What is a food technology teacher?

Food Technology Teachers are educators who specialize in teaching students about food science, nutrition, cooking techniques, and food safety. They design lessons and practical activities that help students understand how to prepare healthy meals, the science behind food production, and the importance of proper nutrition. Their role often includes teaching both theoretical knowledge and hands-on skills in a kitchen or laboratory setting. Food Technology Teachers typically work in secondary schools but may also teach in colleges or vocational institutions. They play a key role in promoting healthy eating habits and an understanding of the food industry.

How do you become a food technology teacher?

To become a food technology teacher, you typically need a bachelor's degree in education or a related field, along with specialized knowledge in food science or technology. Certification or licensure for teaching in your region is usually required, and some positions may prefer or require a master's degree or teaching experience. Developing skills in curriculum planning, food safety, and practical kitchen skills is also beneficial.

What is the difference between Food Technology Teacher vs Food Science Technician?

AspectFood Technology TeacherFood Science Technician
Required CredentialsTeaching certification, degree in food technology or related fieldAssociate or bachelor's degree in food science or related field
Work EnvironmentSchools, educational institutionsLaboratories, food manufacturing facilities
Employer & Industry UsageEducational sector, schoolsFood industry, research labs
Common Search & ComparisonEducational roles, teaching careers in food technologyFood industry roles, food testing and analysis

Food Technology Teachers primarily focus on educating students about food science, nutrition, and food safety in schools, requiring teaching credentials. Food Science Technicians work in laboratories or food production settings, conducting tests and quality control, often with specialized degrees. While both roles involve food science, their work environments and responsibilities differ significantly.

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Infographic showing various Food Technology Teacher job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 77% Full Time, 18% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 86% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 12% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $32,333 per year, or $15.5 per hour.

8128 - High School Special Education Teacher-Inclusion

Pasadena Independent School District

Pasadena, TX • On-site

$46K - $60K/yr

Full-time

Posted 10 days ago


Pasadena Independent School District rating

6.1

Company rating: 6.1 out of 10

Based on 12 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

436th of 624 rated elementary and secondary schools


Job description

Position Type:
Certified/SPED Teacher
Date Posted:
7/29/2026
Location:
Pasadena High School
Date Available:
08/04/2026
JOB TITLE: Special Education Teacher
DUTY DAYS: 187 Days
PAY GRADE: T07-T08
SALARY SCHEDULE: Click for Salary Schedule
Primary Purpose:
Provide instruction in accordance with the Individual Education Plan to students identified under IDEA. Participate in the Child Centered Process as a member of the Multidisciplinary Team. Participate in the ARD/IEP process as the representative or committee member from special education instruction.
Qualifications:
Education/Certification:

  • Bachelor's degree from accredited university
  • Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements for subject and level assigned

Special Knowledge/Skills:
  • Understanding of disabilities and instructional requirements specific to various disabilities
  • Understanding of medical conditions and safety precautions specific to the condition
  • Ability to create a classroom environment that is attractive and conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interest of the students
  • Ability to guide students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior that conform to district policy and that encourage self-discipline and safety
  • Knowledge of the learning styles of students and teaching to all modalities
  • Knowledge of evaluation procedures to determine students' academic and social growth with a fair and impartial attitude, and keep appropriate records and prepare progress reports
  • Willingness to be available to students, parents and staff for education-related purposes outside the instructional day
  • Understand and support administrative decisions, guidelines, and instructions and assist in formulating campus and district policies when requested
  • Reasoning ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
  • Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and TEA policies
  • Ability to read, analyze, interpret instructional materials
  • Ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory to instructional program, ability to plan and implement lessons based on objectives, needs and abilities of students to whom assigned
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with students, peers and parents
  • Skill in oral and written communication
  • Organizational and time management skills to manage classroom behavior, routines, and procedures
  • Ability to use technology such as computer, calculator, typewriter
  • In some settings the teacher may be required to:
  • Provide care of students with physical disabilities including feeding of specialized food or tube feeding, toiling, including diapering and catheterization, and specialized care needs such as suctioning and CPR
  • Attend staff development designed for specific areas of instructional specialty
  • This training may include but not be limited to: CPR, sign-language, catheterization, tube feeding, Non-Violent Crisis Intervention, Level System Training, In-Home and/or Parent Training, and Content Areas skills such as reading instruction
  • Consult with related service and/or other support personnel such as Speech Language Pathologist, Occupational Therapist, Physical Therapist, Assistive Technology Teacher, Teacher of students with Visual or Auditory Impairments and incorporate activities as per the IEP into daily instruction. Lift or otherwise move students
  • Physically restrain students using Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Techniques. Perform duties of in Home Trainer after school hours
  • Position students using special equipment
  • Ability to drive a motor vehicle helpful but not required

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
  1. Plan and provide instruction to students identified as disabled under IDEA in accordance with the Individual Education Plan
  2. Interface with other service providers such as Speech Language Pathologists, counselors, and occupational and physical therapist to coordinate educational efforts
  3. Maintain accurate records and report data as requested including, but not limited to, assignment sheets, grade books, attendance records, report cards, and daily tracking charts
  4. Attend Admission, Review and Dismissal Committee meetings and prepare draft copies of goals and objectives and Behavior Management plans for presentation during the meeting
  5. Participate in the Child Centered Process as a member of the Multidisciplinary Team
  6. Complete Individual Educational Plan Assessments as a part of the Child Centered Process
  7. Evaluate student progress in accordance with guidelines established in the IEP
  8. Monitor special education students' progress in general education settings
  9. Maintain physical environment of the classroom for organizational and instructional purposes
  10. Develop and implement Behavior Management Plans
  11. Provide instructional and curricular modifications to meet academic, behavioral and physical needs of students with disabilities
  12. Teach TEA/district/Campus approved curriculum in accordance with IEP
  13. Meet and instruct assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated. Plan and implement a program of study that meets the individual needs, (as outlined by the ARD Committee in the Individual Education Plan), interests, and abilities of the students using challenging and varied interactive strategies
  14. Provide support to promote success for students assigned to and returning from alternative settings and include parents in planning
  15. Steer the learning process toward the achievement of individual goals and establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, projects, etc. and communicate these objectives to students
  16. Maintain inventory of instructional aides, materials and textbooks in accordance with campus guidelines
  17. Maintain inventory of instructional aides, materials and textbooks from SERS and return in good condition upon request
  18. Initiate and encourage communication between the home and the school and interpret the school program and district policy to the community
  19. Assist in establishing a budget and ordering supplies in accordance with campus/district policy
  20. Assist in ordering supplies for SERS
  21. Follow district guidelines in collecting/receiving/and depositing funds
  22. Create a learner centered community by collaboratively identifying needs; plan and assess instruction using technology and other resources
  23. Assume responsibility for the safety, well-being, and work output of students and others under his/her supervision
  24. Help students with personal as well as academic problems
  25. Pursue personal and professional growth opportunities through staff development and/or institutions of higher learning and model professional standards and teaching excellence
  26. Administer Alternative Assessments as specified in ARD/IEP Report
  27. Interface with general education teachers to maintain student progress and knowledge of current curriculum
  28. Perform other duties as assigned by the principal or Director of Special Education

WORKING CONDITIONS:
Mental Demands:
Ability to communicate effectively (verbal); maintain emotional control under stress; interpret policy, procedures, and data; coordinate district functions
Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Lifting and carrying more than 50 pounds. Moving and positioning students with severe physical disabilities. Sitting on floor to provide instruction and stimulation. Bending, climbing stairs, crouching, seeing, talking, reading, hearing, writing, and crawling.

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