After-School Culinary Instructor San Jose, CA
Location: San Jose, CA
Program: After-School Culinary Enrichment
Position Type: Part-Time Contract
Start Date: January 2027
Grade Levels: Elementary Students (Grades K 6)
Compensation: $45 $65 per session, depending on experience (includes paid preparation and post-session cleanup time)
About the Role
Do you love cooking and enjoy helping children learn new skills? Digital Dreamers STEAM Academy is looking for an enthusiastic and reliable Culinary Instructor to lead fun, hands-on after-school culinary classes for elementary students in San Jose, CA, starting in January 2027.
Through interactive cooking activities and age-appropriate recipes, students will discover the fundamentals of cooking, kitchen safety, food preparation, and teamwork. As an instructor, youll create a positive and engaging learning environment where children can explore their creativity, develop practical life skills, and build confidence in the kitchen.
Curriculum and lesson materials are provided, so you can focus on delivering enjoyable and meaningful learning experiences.
Responsibilities
Lead interactive, hands-on cooking classes for students in Grades K 6 using provided lesson plans and curriculum.
Teach basic kitchen safety, proper food handling, and age-appropriate cooking techniques.
Prepare ingredients, utensils, and classroom materials before each session.
Guide students through simple recipes and engaging culinary activities.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe cooking environment.
Encourage creativity, teamwork, independence, and active participation.
Manage classroom behavior and ensure activities are appropriate for students ages and abilities.
Communicate professionally with school staff and program coordinators.
Submit brief after-class reports and updates to the program team.
Qualifications
Previous experience working with elementary-aged children is required.
Comfortable leading cooking activities and teaching basic culinary skills.
Strong communication, classroom management, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to create a safe, structured, and welcoming learning environment.
Patient, dependable, organized, and enthusiastic about working with children.
Ability to communicate promptly and professionally with the program team.
Willingness to submit brief reports following each session.
Availability to commit to the January 2027 program schedule.
Must reside in San Jose, CA, or within approximately 20 miles of the program location.
What We Offer
Competitive compensation: $45 $65 per session, depending on experience.
Curriculum provided: Ready-to-use lesson plans and instructional materials.
Flexible part-time opportunity: Ideal for students, aspiring educators, culinary enthusiasts, and professionals seeking additional work.
Meaningful experience: Help children develop cooking skills, creativity, confidence, and teamwork through hands-on learning.
How to Apply
Ready to share your passion for cooking with young learners? Click Apply and tell us about your experience working with children, your culinary interests, and why youd be a great fit for this position. We look forward to hearing from you!
