Instructor Part-Time, Baking and Pastry, Professional Certificate Programs - CPE at InsideHigherEd

Job Title: Instructor Part-Time, Baking and Pastry, Professional Certificate Programs - CPE Location: Kennesaw, Georgia Regular/Temporary: Regular Full/Part Time: Part-Time Job ID: 270570 About Us Are you ready to transform lives through academic excellence, innovative research, strong community partnerships and economic opportunity?Kennesaw State University is one of the 50 largest public institutions in the country. With growing enrollment and global reach, we continue to expand our institutional influence and prominence beyond the state of Georgia. We offer more than 190 undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degrees to empower our 47,000 students to become thought leaders, lifelong learners, and informed global citizens. Our entrepreneurial spirit, high-impact research, and Division I athletics draw students from throughout the region and from more than 100 countries across the globe. Our university's vibrant culture, career opportunities, rich benefits, and values of respect, integrity, collaboration, inclusivity, and accountability make us an employer of choice. We are part of the University System of Georgia. We are searching for talented people to join Kennesaw State University in our vision. Come Take Flight at KSU!Location Our Kennesaw campus is located at 1000 Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144. Our Marietta campus is located at 1100 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta, GA 30060.Job Summary Provides quality and technically relevant instruction in the assigned program. Follows departmental guidelines, policies, procedures and relevant regulations.Responsibilities KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Provides quality and technically relevant instruction of course curriculum 2. Teaches students learning strategies 3. Conducts teaching and instructional activities using educational equipment, manipulatives, props, and other learning aids 4. Provides continual feedback and various methods of assessment measurement by ensuring student mastery of the following learning outcomes as addressed in the program¿s addendum 5. Assesses and records grading for all homework assignments, quizzes, and tests 6. Completes paperwork associated with classroom and project management 7. Participates in marketing of courses to prospective students by providing technical information regarding course content during biannual Open House events 8. Assists with course and/or program evaluation and continuous improvement and resolve quiz disputes when necessary 9. Maintains acceptable program quality and satisfaction scores 10. Keeps Program Manager informed of any curriculum or student code of conduct issues 11. Records attendance in learning management systemRequired Qualifications MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIRED:Associates Degree from an accredited institution of higher educationMINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:Five (5) years of experience working in a professional kitchenMINIMUM LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION REQUIRED BY LAW AND/OR INSTITUTION:ServSafe certifiedPreferred Qualifications Additional Preferred QualificationsMust have expert knowledge of current trends and developments in the industryMaintain ServSafe CertificationKnowledge, Skills, & Abilities ABILITIESAble to handle multiple tasks or projects at one time meeting assigned deadlinesAble to motivate students to actively participate in all aspects of the educational processAble to review syllabus and learning outcomes the first night of classAble to provide sufficient time for students to complete course evaluationsDo not release class earlyDo not leave class unattendedAble to respond to student inquiries in a timely mannerKNOWLEDGEBe familiar with all emergency procedures posted in the classroomSKILLSExcellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem solving, independent judgment, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management and presentation skillsProficient with computer applications and programs associated with the position (i.e., Microsoft Office suite)Strong attention to detail and follow up skillsStrong customer service skills and phone and e-mail etiquetteUSG Core Values The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.Equal Employment Opportunity Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, work and study. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, the University prohibits harassment of or discrimination against any person because of race, color, sex (including sexual harassment, pregnancy, and medical conditions related to pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran or military status by any member of the KSU Community on campus, in connection with a University program or activity, or in a manner that creates a hostile environment for members of the KSU community.For additional information or to file a complaint under the provisions of this policy, students, employees, applicants for employment or admission or other third parties should contact the Office of Institutional Equity at English Building, Suite 225, [email protected]. Other Information This is not a supervisory position.This position does not have any financial responsibilities.This position will not be required to drive.This role is considered a position of trust.This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).This position may travel 1% - 24% of the time.Background Check Standard Enhanced + Education VerificationPer the University System of Georgia background check policy, all final candidates will be required to consent to a criminal background investigation. Final candidates may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. Applicants for positions of trust with screening results which confirm a disqualifying criminal history will be immediately disqualified from employment eligibility.All applicants are required to include professional references as part of their application process. Some positions may require additional job-based screenings such as motor vehicle report, credit check, pre-employment drug screening and/or verification of academic credentials.https://www.usg.edu/hr/assets/hr/hrap_manual/HRAP_Background_Investigation_Employment.pdf