Nutrition Educator & Chef Instructor - Part Time (Chicago)

Common Threads; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 206,640 - 330,624; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick time

Employee Assistance Program access

Job summary

Common Threads in Chicago is seeking a passionate Nutrition Educator/Chef Instructor to teach hands-on cooking classes and nutrition education to children, caregivers, and families. This part-time role offers flexibility, averaging 5–10 hours per week, with some evenings and weekends required.

Candidates will develop inclusive cooking lessons in community settings, promote healthy habits, and support students with engaging, culturally responsive teaching methods.

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Qualifications

• Experience teaching nutrition education and/or cooking to children and/or adults.
• Able to commit to scheduled programs and arrive on time.
• Comfortable teaching virtual classes using appropriate technology.

Responsibilities

• Teach hands-on cooking and nutrition classes to various age groups.
• Create a welcoming and inclusive learning environment.
• Follow approved curriculum and food safety protocols.

Skills

Teaching nutrition education

Basic cooking skills

Classroom management

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Education

Degree in nutrition, dietetics, public health, education, or related field

Food service sanitation certification

Job description

Common Threads in Chicago is seeking a passionate Nutrition Educator/Chef Instructor to teach hands-on cooking classes and nutrition education to children, caregivers, and families. This part-time role offers flexibility, averaging 5–10 hours per week, with some evenings and weekends required.

Candidates will develop inclusive cooking lessons in community settings, promote healthy habits, and support students with engaging, culturally responsive teaching methods.

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