Bilingual Nutrition Educator, Austin, TX
About The Position
Are you passionate about cooking and nutrition? Do you enjoy working with children and families? Do you speak English and Spanish fluently? We are seeking a dynamic educator with a passion for nutrition and healthy cooking to join our team as a part-time/per diem Nutrition Educator in Austin, TX (bilingual - English/Spanish). The ideal candidate is a teacher-who-can-cook or cook-who-can-teach to work, and is a Registered Dietitian who has professional experience working with clients or patients. A Common Threads Nutrition Educator is the face of the organization, teaching hands-on cooking classes and nutrition education to PreK-8th grade students, parents, and teachers in schools and academic spaces, and building relationships with partner sites and the community. Nutrition Educators teach classes in both virtual and in-person settings. All of our programming consists of nutrition lessons, ranging in topic from basic information to targeted health conditions. Each program emphasizes healthy eating habits and healthy cooking methods with affordable nutrient-dense ingredients. Programs may also engage participants in hands-on cooking through the teaching of basic culinary skills and techniques. This is a part-time variable hour position that will generally work 5-10 hours a week when classes are in session. Evenings and/or weekends may be required. The above statements are intended to describe the essential job functions of this role and are not an exhaustive list of all duties performed by personnel occupying this position.
Requirements
- Experience teaching nutrition and/or healthy eating to children and adults
- Experience teaching and working with culturally diverse audiences
- Must be conversationally fluent in English and Spanish
- Instructors may be asked to teach virtual classes and must possess adequate technology such as reliable internet service, a laptop/computer/digital tablet, video camera, headphones/mic, etc.
- Must have access to reliable transportation and a valid driver's license
- Must hold current food service sanitation certification or obtain within first 30 days of employment
- Reliable and dependable -- able to commit to programs, arrive on time, and proactively communicate any needs or issues
- Must be organized and demonstrate problem solving skills
- Ability to be flexible with scheduling and possess a go-with-the-flow attitude
- A commitment to the mission and values of Common Threads
- Candidate must reside in the Austin-Travis County area
Nice To Haves
- Degree in nutrition, dietetics, or similar field of study
- Experience as a culinary and/or nutrition teacher
- Culinary school and/or food industry experience
- Experience working to improve food access and nutrition security
Responsibilities
- Complete training on Common Threads curriculum, policies and procedures, and administrative responsibilities
- Teach children and adults cooking skills and provide nutrition education, virtually and/or in person
- Follow the approved course curriculum and lesson plans
- Complete all grocery shopping and recipe demonstrations, and submit required documentation as needed
- Administer pre- and post-surveys to program participants and manage paperwork
- Communicate with Common Threads partner organization staff, as well as with Common Threads staff
Benefits
- Nutrition Educators are employees of Common Threads who are eligible for paid sick time, professional development opportunities, and access to resources within our Employee Assistance Program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Educational Services
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
