Position Type:
High School Teaching/Secondary Teacher
Date Posted:
8/13/2026
Location:
Huron High School
District:
Ann Arbor Public Schools
POSITION TITLE: CTE - Culinary Arts & Hospitality Services
FTE: 1.0
POSITION LOCATION: Huron High School
SALARY: Teacher's Salary Schedule
REPORTING RELATIONSHIP: Principal
Ann Arbor International Baccalaureate teaching positions will fully embrace and implement the
innovative teaching and learning practices for which International Baccalaureate is known as
described by the International Baccalaureate Programme Standards and Practices , MYP
Principles to Practice, and DP Basis for Practice documents.
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty
satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or
ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with
disabilities to perform the essential functions. The following is a list of qualifications for the
position, any one of which may be waived by the Board in exercising its prerogative to
determine qualifications
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Valid Michigan Teacher Certification in Food & Consumer Science or State of Michigan
CTE Certification in CIP Code 12.0500 Cooking and Related Culinary Arts
Or, Bachelor's degree and interim occupational certificate or occupational education
certificate in Hospitality/Food Service (CIP code 12.0500) or related field preferred.
Or, 4000 of paid, recent (last 5 years) , relevant work experience in the field of
Hospitality/Food Service and current appropriate licensure or certification with plans to
obtain a Bachelor's degree and Occupational Education Certificate.
Successful experience in Food Service/Culinary/Hospitality instruction preferred.
Thorough knowledge and experience in preparing a wide variety of food items following
traditional and modern recipes.
Knowledge and experience in commercial grade kitchen operations.
Knowledge of hospitality management and the ability to develop these skills in
students.
Ability to work in an economically, culturally and racially diverse environment.
Strong communication, organizational, interpersonal, and professional networking skills.
Experience working in a High School environment is preferred.
Demonstrated commitment to working collaboratively with a focus on student learning.
Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement.
Essential Functions:
Design, develop, and deliver high quality culinary arts & hospitality curriculum utilizing
best practices of instruction, including authentic learning opportunities that give students
real-world, industry standard experience.
Facilitate work-based learning experiences for students (field trips, job shadows,
internships, and possible job placement opportunities).
Ensure a safe demonstration kitchen learning lab environment.
Monitor the Culinary Program budget, determining needs and placing orders as needed.
Serve on the AAPS CTE Culinary Advisory Committee
Promote and market the AAPS CTE Culinary Arts program.
Conduct work in a manner that reflects high levels of professional practice and conduct.
Integrate appropriate technology within culinary courses to enhance instruction.
Communicate effectively with students, parents, and professional colleagues.
Develop and maintain positive relationships with students, staff, and administration.
Monitor, assess and report student progress toward learning targets and curriculum.
Maintain a classroom atmosphere conducive to learning.
Establish a cooperative relationship with students that maintains high expectations for
all.
Engage in professional growth activities to stay current with research-based best
practices.
Equipment:
Expertise and knowledge of safe use of all commercial-grade kitchen appliances
and materials. Standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copy machines,
and telephone.
LANGUAGE SKILLS:
Read, analyze, and interpret professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental
regulations
Communicate effectively and present information both in oral and in written form
REASONING ABILITY:
Define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
Interpret an extensive variety of statistical information and data related to student achievement.
OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES:
Interact with the public and other staff as required.
Apply knowledge of current replicated research and techniques related to sensory issues.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an
employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential
functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand
and talk or hear and sometimes walk and sit. Occasionally the employee will bend or twist at the
neck more than the average person While performing the duties of this job, the employee may
occasionally push or lift up to 50 lbs such as boxes of books and AV/VCR carts. The employee
is directly responsible for safety, well-being, or work output of other people. Specific vision
abilities required by this job include close vision such as to read handwritten or typed material,
and the ability to adjust focus. The position requires the individual to meet multiple demands
from several people and interact with the public and other staff
WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are
representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this
job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform
the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.
METHOD OF APPLICATION:
All applicants must complete the online application at A2schools.org -> District Links -> Job
Postings
Certified Positions Only: Copies of an active Michigan Teaching Certificate and college
transcripts are required with application packet. Original certificate and certified transcripts are
required prior to being hired.
