Culinary Arts Project Leader - Uncommon High School

Overview

Job Description

Responsibilities

• Project Design & Facilitation: Lead a group of students in a specialized project area during “Projects,” held Tuesdays and Thursdays for one hour each day (August through June).
• Design and implement engaging, hands-on lessons aligned to the project theme.
• Support students in developing a culminating presentation, product, or performance.
• Prepare approximately 2 hours per week outside of student-facing time for lesson planning and coordination.
• Extension Opportunities & Logistics: Research and coordinate potential field trips, guest speakers, and relevant external opportunities such as competitions or community events.
• Chaperone students for any off-site experiences related to the project.
• Ensure logistics, student safety, and communication protocols are followed during off-campus activities.
• Family Communication: In partnership with the Student Talent Manager, establish clear communication with families about schedules, project updates, and any time commitments outside of the school day.
• Secure signed family permission forms as needed for participation in off-site activities.

Qualifications

• Experience in culinary arts, food preparation, or related field.
• Strong classroom management and organizational skills.
• Ability to adapt curriculum to limited kitchen facilities.

Prior Teaching Experience

• Prior teaching experience at the high school level.
• Experience teaching in non-traditional or resource-unique environments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Food Handler’s Certification or ServSafe certification.

Additional Information

• Our people are what make us Uncommon. We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits that support the personal health, wellness, and finances of our staff and their families.
• Compensation: Project Leaders will be compensated at an hourly rate starting at $75/hour, with the final rate determined based on content area, relevant experience, required materials, and total weekly commitment.
• If at any point during the year responsibilities are not completed in full, compensation will be adjusted accordingly.
• At Uncommon, we believe that a supportive and welcoming environment helps our students, staff, and community thrive.
• We are dedicated to building a team that brings a wide range of perspectives and experiences, reflective of the communities we serve---with over 70% of our staff identifying as people of color.
• Our organization values respect and open dialogue on important topics that shape our school culture.
• As an equal opportunity employer, Uncommon provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
• If you would like to request an accommodation, please email recruitment@uncommonschools.org.