Nutrition & Community Wellness Educator

Patterson; Juneau (AK); On-site; USD 23,419 - 24,796; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

University benefits

Job summary

University of Missouri System is seeking an Educational Program Associate III to teach basic nutrition, food safety, and physical activity concepts to low-income Missourians in Rolla, MO. The role may include training for daycare providers and Head Start teachers, and presenting at conferences for school districts.

The position requires an Associate degree or equivalent with at least 6 months of experience; preferred candidates hold nutrition-focused coursework and related fields.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent combination of education and experience with at least 6 months of experience.
• Preferred: Associate degree or 60 hours college credit with emphasis in Nutrition, Education, Human Development, Social Work, Public Health, or Communication at time of appointment.
• Experience substitutions: 1 year experience = five college credits, up to ten years (additional nine to ten college credits required).

Responsibilities

• Teach basic nutrition, food safety, and physical activity concepts to low-income Missourians.
• Provide training for daycare providers and Head Start teachers.
• Present at conferences for low-income school districts.
• Co-teach programs with Regional Specialist as requested.
• Assist eligible individuals in completing SNAP applications.
• Submit reporting and evaluation in a timely fashion.
• Develop educational opportunities and implement PSE initiatives with community agencies.
• Serve on local school wellness committees.
• Conduct activities in accordance with Civil Rights Acts and ADA.

Education

Associate degree

Nutrition emphasis

60 college credit hours

Job description

University of Missouri System is seeking an Educational Program Associate III to teach basic nutrition, food safety, and physical activity concepts to low-income Missourians in Rolla, MO. The role may include training for daycare providers and Head Start teachers, and presenting at conferences for school districts.

The position requires an Associate degree or equivalent with at least 6 months of experience; preferred candidates hold nutrition-focused coursework and related fields.