Instructor (Food & Fitness)

Louisiana State University • Baton Rouge, LA

222d • $2,700 • Remote

About The Position

This individual will serve as the lead instructor who teaches nutrition and fitness subject matter in a track format to an audience of a maximum of 25-50 youth at a time, grades 4th - 6th, in a camp setting. This person will be responsible for meeting with and mentoring two other assigned camp staff before and after track time each day. The instructor will join other summer staff in providing safe supervision of youth while at camp and will support 4-H professionals, volunteers and members in conducting meaningful educational experiences to help a child develop social skills. Works under the direct supervision of the 4-H Program Coordinator to implement all policies and procedures of the LSU AgCenter and the Louisiana 4-H Youth Development program.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Nutrition, or field related to food and nutrition.
• At least one year of teaching experience and expertise.
• Must complete the employee background screening process and be approved by the LSU AgCenter Human Resource Management Unit.
• Professional communication skills both written and oral. Work efficiently with youth in group situations.

Nice To Haves

• Incorporate adult volunteers and campers into the track as teaching assistants/helpers who are also learners.
• Ability to communicate and direct small and large groups of youth.
• Flexibility in schedules and programming.
• Excellent organizational, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent coordination and program management skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Teach fitness and nutrition curriculum, utilizing a mix of outdoor and classroom settings for campers.
• Prepare and coordinate track lesson plans with the 4-H Program Coordinator prior to camp.
• Maintain, manage, and request equipment and supplies.
• Clean teaching spaces daily.

Benefits

• Retirement options
• Multiple medical insurance options
• Supplemental insurances (dental, life, long-term disability, accident, vision, long-term care, etc.)
• Tax Saver Flexible Benefits Plan
• University holidays (14 per year)
• Generous annual (vacation) and sick leave benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Possible educational leave and tuition exemption for coursework at campuses of the LSU System

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree