Nutrition Education Specialist (EFNEP) — Remote/Hybrid

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

Job summary

Texas A&M Agrilife Extension Service in San Benito, Texas is seeking a Nutrition Education Associate to deliver EFNEP nutrition education to adults and youth, both in person and virtually, across low-resource communities.

The role emphasizes using evidence-based curricula, data collection, and collaboration with local partners. Bilingual (English/Spanish) is preferred; strong communication and organizational skills are essential.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Six months of related experience with youth and/or adult audiences.
• Experience with low resource audiences and connecting with support systems.
• Knowledge or teaching experience in nutrition, food safety, and physical activity.
• Experience teaching groups of people.
• Ability to work with varied audiences.

Responsibilities

• Recruit adults and/or youth who meet program guidelines.
• Use research-based, approved materials to instruct in-person and/or virtually.
• Prepare foods for demonstrations and teach participants through recipes.
• Collect and track program data.
• Mentor and/or train Nutrition Education Assistants when needed.

Skills

Teaching experience

Nutrition knowledge

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Zoom/Teams

Job description

Texas A&M Agrilife Extension Service in San Benito, Texas is seeking a Nutrition Education Associate to deliver EFNEP nutrition education to adults and youth, both in person and virtually, across low-resource communities.

The role emphasizes using evidence-based curricula, data collection, and collaboration with local partners. Bilingual (English/Spanish) is preferred; strong communication and organizational skills are essential.