Nutrition Educator

Harlem Children's Zone • New York, NY

22h • $30 - $35

About The Position

Harlem Children’s Zone (HCZ) — a world-renowned education and poverty-fighting organization based in New York — seeks an enthusiastic, dedicated, and mission aligned Nutrition Educator to support our K-12 programming.
The Nutrition Educator will bring a passion for the mission of Harlem Children’s Zone: break the cycle of intergenerational poverty with comprehensive, on-the-ground programming that builds up opportunities for children and families to thrive in school, work, and life.
The Nutrition Educator will be a part of site-based teams that are dedicated to implementing Healthy Harlem programming at respective after-school sites and report to the health coordinator. The ideal candidate will be a dynamic, energetic educator who conducts nutrition and cooking lessons for students and caregivers.
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Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in nutrition, food studies, culinary arts, public health, community health, or a related health & wellness field
• Experience implementing hands-on nutrition education and cooking activities in school-based, after-school, camp, and/or community-based settings
• Proficient in nutrition concepts and cooking skills
• Excellent classroom management and presentation skills
• Comfortable working in various urban settings and with diverse populations
• Team-oriented with strong organizational and collaborative skills
• Animated, energetic spirit and a positive, resilient attitude
• Adapts well to changes in assignments and priorities with the ability to respond effectively to new information, changing conditions, and unexpected obstacles

Responsibilities

• Conduct curriculum-based nutrition education classes/workshops for students, in grades Pre-K through 12th grade
• Facilitate cooking lessons to teach students healthy recipes, cooking techniques, kitchen tools and equipment, and safety
• Maintain a positive classroom environment conducive to learning, creativity, safety, and fun
• For those working with students in Pre-K – grade 2, incorporate songs, puppet shows, arts and crafts, and a variety of creative approaches to teach healthy eating
• Advocate healthier eating for students, families, and staff
• Provide clear classroom instructions, including learning objectives and transitions
• Provide consistent motivation, enthusiasm, and role modeling for healthy lifestyle choices

Benefits

• Career advancement
• Paid sick leave
• Employee referral bonus
• Physical wellness discounts
• Commuter benefits
• Additional Benefits (Discounts on flights, hotels, theme parks, concert tickets, and more

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees