Program Aide - EFNEP
About The Position
This position is for a Program Aide within the Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP). The aide, with training and supervision, will teach low-income adults and/or youth about nutrition, food resource management, food safety, and physical activity. Instruction will be delivered in culturally sensitive ways, both in-person and virtually, at various community locations. The role is funded by a Federal grant, making it contingent upon fund availability. The position is initially budgeted for 10 weeks from the date of hire, with potential for extension based on hours worked and job performance.
Requirements
- High School diploma or GED
- 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 diverse audiences
- Knowledge or teaching experience related to nutrition, food safety, food resource management and physical activity topics, guidelines, and best practices
Nice To Haves
- Experience with low resource audiences and working cooperatively with support systems, networks, and agency programs available for low-income people/low resource audience
- Experience teaching groups of people
- Bilingual (English/Spanish)
- 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 instructs youth and/or adults through food demonstrations
- Collects and tracks program data
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
