Performance Dietitian & Nutrition Instructor

UHP•Gentry, AR

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Unlock Human Potential (UHP) is creating a new educational model focused on experiential vocational training, leadership development, and purpose-driven transformation. UHP supports veterans, transitioning service members, and motivated individuals through immersive programs that combine human performance, leadership, wellness, vocational skills, and personal growth. The organization operates in a dynamic, mission-focused, and highly experiential setting, distinguishing itself from traditional educational institutions. UHP is seeking a Performance Dietitian & Nutrition Instructor who is enthusiastic about teaching, coaching, and educating others on how nutrition impacts performance, recovery, resilience, and overall health. This role involves educating future coaches, collaborating with culinary and performance teams, and contributing to the campus-wide nutrition experience. It offers a chance to build a meaningful program and significantly influence the lives of those served.

Requirements

Active Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN) credential in good standing.
Bachelor's degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, or a related field.
Experience teaching, coaching, or facilitating adult learners.
Experience applying nutrition principles within performance, wellness, coaching, or operational environments.
Excellent communication and presentation skills.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
Passion for helping others improve through nutrition and education.
Strong classroom presence with the ability to engage and inspire adult learners.
Ability to translate complex nutrition concepts into practical, actionable strategies.
Builder mindset with a willingness to develop new programs and improve existing ones.
High level of ownership, accountability, and professionalism.
Collaborative approach and comfort working across multiple disciplines.
Alignment with UHP's mission of helping individuals unlock their full potential.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with athletes, coaches, military, tactical, or other high-performance populations.
Experience developing curriculum or educational programming.
Experience collaborating with culinary or food service teams.
Military service or experience supporting veteran populations.
CSSD or other sports/performance nutrition certifications (or working toward them).

Responsibilities

Deliver engaging nutrition instruction across UHP's CPT, IHC, and CNC programs.
Teach performance nutrition, recovery, hydration, behavior change, and practical application.
Facilitate classroom instruction and hands-on learning experiences.
Help build and evolve UHP's nutrition curriculum.
Develop educational resources and improve program content.
Support best practices for nutrition education across UHP.
Partner with performance coaches and culinary leadership to align nutrition with student success.
Help shape campus nutrition systems, menus, and recovery strategies.
Mentor students and collaborate across instructional teams.