Youth Wellness Educator & Program Lead

Flipany; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 2,755,000; Part time

Job summary

FLIPANY is seeking an instructor to deliver hands‑on wellness and nutrition education to youth in South Florida. The role begins in the classroom with youth and offers opportunities to expand into community work across our meal and education programs.

The position requires 2+ years of experience with groups of children, a background in child development or psychology, and a Florida driver’s license. Shifts are Monday through Friday, 1:30–6:00 p.m., with some evenings and weekends for outreach.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years 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

• 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, 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 site 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 program‑related travel.
• Communicate proactively with site staff to ensure sessions run smoothly, build strong relationships with partner organizations, and ensure sites uphold program agreements.

Skills

Youth development

Group leadership

Communication

Time management

Education

Child Development/Behavior background

Job description

FLIPANY is seeking an instructor to deliver hands‑on wellness and nutrition education to youth in South Florida. The role begins in the classroom with youth and offers opportunities to expand into community work across our meal and education programs.

The position requires 2+ years of experience with groups of children, a background in child development or psychology, and a Florida driver’s license. Shifts are Monday through Friday, 1:30–6:00 p.m., with some evenings and weekends for outreach.