Nutrition Education Associate

Texas A&M University; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas A&M University is seeking a Nutrition Education Associate to support EFNEP in San Antonio. The role teaches nutrition, food resource management, safety, and activity to adults/youth, in-person or virtually, for low-income communities.

This grant-funded position requires strong communication and data collection skills, and the ability to work with diverse audiences; bilingual in English/Spanish is a plus. Travel may be involved in community sites.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED; six months of related experience.
• Experience teaching adults or youth is preferred.
• Knowledge of nutrition, food safety, and physical activity basics.
• Ability to work with low-resource audiences and diverse groups.

Responsibilities

• Instruct adults/youth on nutrition, food safety and activity topics.
• Recruit participants and track program data and outcomes.
• Deliver in-person or virtual lessons using approved materials.
• Mentor Nutrition Education Assistants when needed.

Skills

MS Office

Excel

Communication skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

High School diploma or GED

Six months of related experience

Tools

Zoom

Microsoft Teams

MS Word

Excel

Job description

Job Title Nutrition Education Associate Agency Texas A&M Agrilife Extension Service Department Enp - Adult - Bexar Proposed Minimum Salary $18.71 hourly Job Location San Antonio, Texas Job Type Staff

Job Description

Objective of Position This position works in the Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program known as EFNEP. The Nutrition Education Associate, with training and supervision, teaches (in-person and/or virtually) about nutrition, food resource management, food safety, and physical activity in culturally sensitive and appropriate ways for adults and/or youth, for low-income audiences in various community locations. This position is funded by a Federal grant and is therefore contingent upon availability of funds.

Responsibilities

• Recruits adults and/or youth who meet program guidelines.
• Uses research-based, approved educational materials to instruct youth and/or adults either in-person and/or virtually.
• Prepares food for recipes and instructs youth and/or adults through food demonstrations.
• Collects and tracks program data.
• Assists in mentoring and/or training Nutrition Education Assistants when needed.

Qualifications

• Education & Experience: High School diploma or GED, additional education is not considered an advantage.
• Six months of related experience working with youth and/or adult audiences.
• Preferred Education & Experience: Experience with low resource audiences and working cooperatively with support systems, networks, and agency programs available for low-income people/low resource audience.
• Knowledge or teaching experience related to nutrition, food safety, food resource management and physical activity topics, guidelines, and best practices.
• Experience teaching groups of people.

Required Knowledge, Abilities, & Skills

• Proficient computer skills – Microsoft Office programs – Word and Power Point; Excel, etc.
• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred Knowledge, Abilities, & Skills

• Ability to work with varied audiences.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish).
• Working knowledge of Zoom and/or Microsoft Teams to conduct virtual lessons.
• Ability to communicate effectively with adults and/or youth.
• Ability to follow a curriculum including teaching and speaking publicly, strong communication skills.
• Ability to work independently, be self-motivated and give attention to detail and maintain accurate records.
• Ability to keep written logs of activities, complete reports, and organize materials.
• Familiar with the community where the position is located.

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

Must be willing to work necessary hours to fulfill job responsibilities (some evenings and weekends). Hours worked will not exceed 40 per week. This position will require daily travel to multiple work sites in county. Must be willing to travel to required trainings outside of county. Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service - EFNEP does not provide transportation and the position requires access to reliable transportation. The agency follows applicable policies if personal vehicle is used, which may include reimbursement at a pre-established rate. Must be able to lift, carry, and/or otherwise move instructional materials weighing up to 40 lbs from vehicle to work site and from work site to vehicle.

Preferred Registrations, Certifications, and Licenses

• Valid driver's license.
• Current liability insurance.

Security and Background Checks

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.

About Texas A&M AgriLife

As the largest comprehensive agriculture and life sciences program nationally, Texas A&M AgriLife brings together a college and four state agencies within the Texas A&M University System With over 5,000 employees, and a presence in every county across the state, Texas A&M AgriLife is uniquely positioned to improve lives, the environment, and the economy of Texas and the nation through education, research, extension and service. If your goal is the pursuit of excellence and your vision is to make a difference in this world, we invite you to explore our opportunities to discover what a career at Texas A&M AgriLife has to offer you.

Prospective Employee Benefits

• Retirement programs
• Commitment to inclusive excellence
• Strategic plan