Per Diem Instructor

Flipany; Florida; On-site; USD 14,000 - 20,000; Part time

Job summary

Flipany is seeking a Per Diem Instructor to teach nutrition education and hands-on wellness activities to youth at community sites across South Florida. The role is classroom-based, mornings typically 9:00 AM–12:00 PM, with occasional afternoon opportunities depending on location.

The ideal candidate has experience working with children, a background in health or social sciences, and a valid Florida driver’s license.

Qualifications

• At least one year of experience working with groups of children.
• Background in Child Development/Behavior, Psychology, or other Social Sciences through education or hands-on experience.
• Valid Florida Driver’s License and access to a reliable vehicle for travel to program sites.

Responsibilities

• Arrive prepared to each class with all materials, supplies, and equipment packed and ready, handling setup and cleanup at the site for each session.
• Deliver in-person wellness and nutrition education classes to groups of 15–20 youth, following FLIPANY’s program guidelines and curriculum.
• Guide youth through hands-on activities including healthy cooking using tools such as blenders and skillets, gardening, and nutrition education.
• Maintain a positive and structured learning environment throughout each session, addressing behavioral challenges as they arise.
• Plan ahead for each class by reviewing curriculum, ordering supplies, and confirming class details and scheduling in advance.
• Complete real-time class documentation including attendance, surveys, and photo uploads using a FLIPANY-issued tablet.
• Maintain accurate mileage reports for all travel to and from classes.
• Communicate with site staff before and during classes so sessions run smoothly.
• Report back to the FLIPANY team on class progress and any classroom concerns in a timely manner.
• Participate in required training, curriculum review, and ongoing professional development as directed.

Skills

Experience with children

Education

Child Development

Social Sciences

Job description

Position Overview

We are looking for someone who wants to be part of making their community healthier, connected and genuinely invested in the lives of the youth they serve.
FLIPANY serves youth, adults, and seniors across South Florida through four core areas of work: out-of-school meal programs (Afterschool Meal Program and Summer BreakSpot), senior meal programs, food pantries, and hands-on wellness and nutrition education delivered directly in the community. The Per Diem Instructor teaches nutrition education and interactive, hands-on food and wellness classes at community partner sites throughout the community, including schools, after-school centers, community centers, and city-run sites.
This role is based in the classroom with youth. It is ideal for a passionate individual prepared to mentor and guide youth through social-emotional learning activities and wellness experiences that promote healthy lifestyle habits.

Schedule and Hours

This is a per diem (as-needed) position with no guaranteed number of hours. Most classes take place in the morning (9:00 AM – 12:00 PM), so morning availability is needed. Some locations also offer afternoon teaching opportunities, depending on the area. Shifts are offered as classes are scheduled.

Minimum Qualifications

• At least one year of experience working with groups of children, with a genuine passion for youth development.
• Background in Child Development/Behavior, Psychology, or other Social Sciences through education or hands-on experience.
• Valid Florida Driver’s License and access to a reliable vehicle for travel to program sites.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• A personal commitment to health and wellness, and the ability to model and communicate its value to youth and families in an authentic way
• Organized and detail-oriented, with strong time management skills
• Builds positive relationships with youth and site staff with a people-first approach
• Calm and adaptable under pressure, maintaining professionalism when unexpected situations arise
• Comfortable with technology (iPad, mifi), completing real-time tasks including documentation, surveys, and photo uploads efficiently in a classroom setting
• Accountable and reliable, showing up on time and prepared for every scheduled class

Key Responsibilities

• Arrive prepared to each class with all materials, supplies, and equipment packed and ready,handling setup and cleanup at the site for each session
• Deliver in-person wellness and nutrition education classes to groups of 15–20 youth, followingFLIPANY’s program guidelines and curriculum
• Guide youth through hands-on activities including healthy cooking using tools such as blendersand skillets, gardening, and nutrition education
• Maintain a positive and structured learning environment throughout each session, addressingbehavioral challenges as they arise
• Plan ahead for each class by reviewing curriculum, ordering supplies, and confirming classdetails and scheduling in advance
• Complete real-time class documentation including attendance, surveys, and photo uploads using aFLIPANY-issued tablet
• Maintain accurate mileage reports for all travel to and from classes
• Communicate with site staff before and during classes so sessions run smoothly
• Report back to the FLIPANY team on class progress and any classroom concerns in a timelymanner
• Participate in required training, curriculum review, and ongoing professional development asdirected

Physical Requirements

Work is performed both indoors and outdoors. Exposure to extreme temperatures, extreme sunlight, noise, heights, dirt, dust and potentially hazardous chemicals is common. Work may be performed on uneven surfaces. While performing the essential functions of this position, the employee must be able to lift, carry and/or push articles weighing up to 50 lbs.
The employee is frequently required to stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, stand, walk, sit and reach with hands and arms. Must have use of hands to finger, handle or feel and/or operate objects, tools or controls. Must have the use of sensory skills in order to effectively communicate and interact with other employees and the public through the use of telephone and personal contact. Must be able to read, write and communicate in English. Must have the ability to see, read, talk and hear.
Physical capability to effectively use and operate various items of equipment; such as but not limited to a personal computer, calculator, copy machine and fax machine. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

FLIPANY is a Drug Free Workplace and Equal Opportunity Employer

This job opportunity requires a Level 2 background screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. http://info.flclearinghouse.com