Program Aide - EFNEP

Texas A&M University System•Dallas, TX

24d•$13

About The Position

This position works in the Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program known as EFNEP. The EFNEP Program Aide, with training and supervision, teaches (in-person and/or virtually) about nutrition, food resource management, food safety, and physical activity in culturally sensitive and appropriate ways for adults and/or youth, for low-income audiences in various community locations. This position is funded by a Federal grant and is therefore contingent upon the availability of funds. Note to Candidates This position is budgeted for 10 weeks from the date of hire. An extension to the length of employment could be considered depending on the number of hours worked during the previous 10-week period and overall job performance during that timeframe.

Requirements

Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred
Proficient computer skills – Microsoft Office programs – Outlook, Word and Power Point; Excel, etc.
Working knowledge of Zoom and/or Microsoft Teams to conduct virtual lessons
Ability to communicate effectively with adults and/or youth.
Ability to follow a curriculum including teaching and speaking publicly, strong communication skills and the ability to work with a diverse audience.
Ability to work independently, be self-motivated and give attention to detail and maintain accurate records.
Ability to keep written logs of activities, complete reports, and organize materials.
Familiar with the community where the position is located.
Ability to work with audiences from varied backgrounds.
High School diploma or GED, additional education is not considered an advantage.
Experience with low resource audiences and working cooperatively with support systems, networks, and agency programs available for low-income people/low resource audience.
Knowledge or teaching experience related to nutrition, food safety, food resource management and physical activity topics, guidelines, and best practices.
Experience teaching groups of people.
Must be willing to work necessary hours to fulfill job responsibilities (some evenings and weekends).
Hours worked will not exceed 20-30 per week.
This position will require daily travel to multiple work sites in county.
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service – EFNEP does not provide transportation and the position requires access to reliable transportation.
Must be able to lift, carry, and/or otherwise move instructional materials weighing up to 40lbs from vehicle to work site and from work site to vehicle.

Nice To Haves

Valid driver’s license.
Current liability insurance.

Responsibilities

Assists in recruiting adults and/or youth who meet program guidelines
Uses research-based, approved educational materials to instruct youth and/or adults either in-person and/or virtually
Prepares food for recipes and instructing youth and/or adults through food demonstrations
Collects and tracks program data