Spanish Faculty - School of Food Studies & Liberal Arts

The anticipated hiring salary for this position is $75,000. This salary range is for Lecturing Instructors. Individuals with higher academic qualifications which would merit a higher academic rank may be eligible for a higher salary. Hiring offers will be determined based on the final candidate’s qualifications and experience. The recruiter can share more information about what the anticipated hiring salary would be based upon your specific qualifications during the selection process. The CIA offers a substantial benefits package that includes **medical coverage available at no cost** to qualifying employees, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, short and long term disability insurance, retirement savings plan with high employer contributions, a generous paid time off program, and more! As the benefits package at the CIA results in a significant value above the base hiring salary for this position, we encourage you to apply so that our recruiters can share more information with you about the benefits of working for the CIA. **POSITION SUMMARY** The Culinary Institute of America (CIA) faculty members are responsible for teaching students, developing curriculum, conducting research, and serving on committees in service to the Institute. The responsibilities of the position include but are not limited to preparing lesson plans, teaching and evaluating students, preparing and revising course guides and other educational materials, and developing intellectual property in one’s area of expertise. Faculty members also provide professional and career advice for students pursuing careers in food-related organizations, maintain office hours (in-person or virtual), assist students who are having difficulty with studies, and honor CIA policies. Faculty are also expected to contribute to the overall operation of the CIA and support the mission of the Institute. **ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES** - Prepare daily lesson plans for classes and teach classes as requested and scheduled, in a manner consistent with the philosophy, policies, and guidelines of the Institute. - Work individually as an advisor for students who may need extra help, who have questions about course information, who want career guidance, or who need assistance in their studies. - Provide regular and constructive feedback to students in an objective, consistent, and timely manner; evaluate and document student performance using established methods and criteria; file course grades consistently and without prejudice. - Evaluate and document student performance using established methods and criteria. - File course grades promptly within the specific time limit allowed. - Compile and present instructional material at scheduled times and places in accordance with the CIA Catalog descriptions, course syllabi and outlines, and class schedules as assigned. - Utilize the established syllabus and textbook(s) for the course being taught, as applicable. - Maintain records of student attendance, student progress, and grade distributions. - Manage the classroom appropriately. - Collaborate with colleagues, prepare, review and revise course guides, syllabi, and appropriate curriculum materials for courses offered at the Institute, and any other educational materials required. - Contribute to the growth of the Institute by serving on committees or task forces, with assisting visitors, recommending students and potential employees, and displaying hospitality. - Communicate through appropriate channels. - Enforce sanitation principles (appropriate to teaching assignment), attendance policies, Institute’s Professionalism, Uniform, and Hygiene Policy, and other academic policies. - Stay abreast of new developments in liberal arts and food studies, maintain an awareness of issues in the food system and the food service and hospitality industries, plan on an annual basis, complete professional development activities, and strive to accomplish the goals set out in the formal annual e…