Bilingual Nutrition Educator (Chicago)

Common Threads; Amarillo (TX); On-site; USD 22,730 - 32,373; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick time

Employee Assistance Program access

Job summary

Common Threads is seeking a passionate Bilingual Nutrition Educator to teach hands-on cooking classes and nutrition education to children and families. This part-time role averages 5–10 hours per week in Chicago, requiring fluency in English and Spanish.

The candidate will deliver culturally responsive lessons promoting healthy cooking and nutrition literacy both in-person and virtually, and must possess teaching experience and a commitment to the mission of Common Threads.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching nutrition education and/or cooking to children and/or adults.
• Conversational fluency in English and Spanish; comfortable teaching in both languages.
• Access to reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Teach hands-on cooking and nutrition education classes to students and families.
• Create a welcoming, inclusive learning environment.
• Follow approved curriculum and food safety protocols.

Skills

Teaching nutrition education

Conversational fluency in English and Spanish

Knowledge of nutrition and healthy eating

Organizational skills

Flexible and adaptable

Education

Coursework or degree in nutrition, dietetics, public health, or education

Tools

Virtual teaching technology

Job description

Position Title

Bilingual Nutrition Educator (Chicago)

Common Threads is seeking a passionate and engaging Bilingual Nutrition Educator to teach hands‑on cooking classes and nutrition education to children, caregivers, and families. This role is ideal for a candidate with experience in nutrition education and/or culinary instruction.

Educators serve as the face of Common Threads in schools and community settings, delivering culturally responsive lessons that promote healthy cooking, nutrition literacy, and lifelong healthy habits. Classes are taught in English and Spanish, both in person and virtually.

This is a part‑time, variable‑hour position based in Chicago, Illinois, averaging 5–10 hours per week during classes. Some evenings and/or weekends may be required.

Key Responsibilities

• Teach hands‑on cooking and nutrition education classes to PreK–12th grade students, caregivers, families, and teachers.
• Create a welcoming, inclusive learning environment.
• Follow Common Threads approved curriculum, lesson plans, and food safety protocols.
• Demonstrate basic cooking skills and nutrition concepts using fresh, quality ingredients.
• Complete grocery shopping, lesson preparation, and recipe demonstrations as required.
• Administer pre‑ and post‑surveys and complete required documentation and paperwork.
• Communicate professionally with school staff, partner organizations, and Common Threads team members.
• Manage classrooms of up to 20 participants and support volunteers.
• Teach classes both in person and online using virtual platforms.

Required Qualifications

• Experience teaching nutrition education and/or cooking to children and/or adults.
• Conversational fluency in English and Spanish; comfortable teaching in both languages.
• Basic knowledge of nutrition and healthy eating.
• Reliable, organized, and dependable; able to arrive on time and commit to scheduled programs.
• Flexible, adaptable, and comfortable working in dynamic classroom and community settings.
• Access to reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license.
• Ability to teach virtual classes with appropriate technology (reliable internet, computer/tablet, camera, mic).
• Current food service sanitation certification (or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire).
• Commitment to the mission and values of Common Threads.

Preferred Qualifications

• Coursework, degree, or experience in nutrition, dietetics, public health, education, or a related field.
• Culinary school training and/or food industry experience.
• Experience as a chef instructor, nutrition educator, or cooking teacher.

Compensation & Benefits

• Cooking Skills & World Cuisine and Family Cooking Classes: $200 per class (approx. 6 hours, including prep and clean‑up)
• Caregiver Workshops: $75 (approx. 2 hours, including prep and clean‑up)
• $20/hour for administrative duties (i.e., training, attending meetings)
• Chef instructors are Common Threads employees eligible for paid sick time and access to the resources within the Employee Assistance Program.

Additional Information

• Part‑time, variable hours based on program needs.
• Some evenings and/or weekends may be required.
• Candidates must reside in or near Chicago, Illinois.
• Background check required.
• Position reports to the Senior Partnership Manager – Chicago, Illinois.