Nutrition Educator - EFNEP Miami-Dade County

University of Florida; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement options

Generous leave plans

Wellness program

Job summary

The University of Florida EFNEP Miami-Dade County is hiring two Nutrition Educators to deliver nutrition education to youth and adults, recruit participants, and coordinate with community partners. You will use evidence-based curricula and ensure outcomes are measured with approved tools while maintaining confidentiality.

Responsibilities include outreach, planning, travel within the county, and representing EFNEP at events.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Promotes EFNEP and recruits eligible participants through community outreach and partnerships.
• Develops relationships with community organizations to coordinate nutrition education programs.
• Delivers learner-centered nutrition education using approved curricula across multiple lessons.
• Collects participant information and uses approved evaluation tools to measure outcomes while maintaining confidentiality.
• Connects participants with Extension programs and resources, including SNAP when appropriate.
• Represents EFNEP at health fairs and community events to raise awareness and recruit participants.
• Plans and coordinates nutrition education programs with partners and ensures successful logistics.
• Travels throughout the county to deliver programs and attend required trainings and meetings.
• Maintains records and submits reports by deadlines; performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Public speaking

Group facilitation

MS Office

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)

Job description

Nutrition Educator - EFNEP Miami-Dade County

Job No: 541623

Work Type: Full Time

Location: Dade

Categories: Education/Training/Instructional Design, Veteran's Preference Eligible

Department: 60450000 - AG-EXPANDED NUTRITION PROGRAM

Job Description

Classification Title: Extension Program Ast

Classification Minimum Requirements: High school diploma or equivalent.

Program Delivery

Promotes EFNEP and recruits eligible youth and adult participants through community outreach and partnerships.

Develops and maintains positive working relationships with community organizations to coordinate nutrition education programs, communicate program expectations, and support participant success.

Deliver engaging, learner-centered, nutrition education using approved, evidence-based curricula that are responsive to participants' age, culture, language, literacy level, and learning needs. Delivers instruction through a structured curriculum consisting of a minimum of six lessons for each participant group to promote lasting behavior change.

Collects required participant information and administers approved evaluation tools to measure program participation, knowledge gain, and behavior change while maintaining participant confidentiality.

Connects participants with Extension programs, community resources, and public assistance programs, including SNAP, when appropriate.

Represents EFNEP at health fairs, community events, and outreach activities to increase program awareness, strengthen partnerships, and recruit participants.

Planning

Plans and coordinates nutrition education programs by scheduling classes with community partners, organizing instructional materials, supplies and equipment, and ensuring classroom logistics support successful program delivery. Adapts activities to meet participant needs while maintaining fidelity to approved curricula and compliance with program requirements.

Training

Participates in orientation, required trainings, and ongoing professional development to strengthen nutrition knowledge, teaching practices, cultural responsiveness, technology skills, and program implementation. Applies supervisor feedback and new learning to improve program quality and participant outcomes.

Travel

Travels throughout the assigned county to conduct nutrition education programs, recruit participants, and participate in required meetings and trainings. Occasional overnight travel is required for annual statewide training.

Reporting

Maintains accurate and timely participant, program, travel, and administrative records in accordance with University, EFNEP, and USDA NIFA requirements. Submits required reports and documentation by established deadlines and protects participant confidentiality. Other duties as assigned.

Nutrition Educator will achieve and maintain food safety certification (SafeStaff).

Normal work schedule: 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, 8am-5pm. Required work on nights and weekends when assigned due to the nature of the program.

Criminal background check required.

Attachment: EFNEP Core Values.pdf

Expected Salary: $19.20 per hour

The University of Florida offers highly competitive benefits and retirement options, generous leave plans, a health and wellness program that reflects its commitment to quality of work, and many more competitive perks and rewards.

Required Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent

Valid driver's license and reliable daily transportation

Preferred

• Background in nutrition, health education, or a related field
• Demonstrated ability to teach and facilitate group learning
• Strong public speaking and presentation skills
• Experience working with adults, youth, or limited-resource clients
• Working knowledge of MS Office programs (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Bilingual (English/Spanish)
• Demonstrates professionalism, adaptability, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Demonstrates effective time management and organizational skills.
• Comfortable speaking with individuals and groups in both in-person and virtual settings.
• Ability to lift and carry teaching materials and/or supplies weighing up to 45 pounds. Must be able to stand for extended periods of time indoors and outdoors while delivering lessons.

Our Commitment

The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the U.S. The University of Florida is a public institution and is subject to all requirements under Florida Sunshine and Public Record laws. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352-392-2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800-955-8771 (TDD) or visit Accessibility at UF.

We are hiring two Nutrition Educators through this posting.

Health Assessment Required: No