Program Aide - EFNEP

Texas A&M University System • Houston, TX

1d • $13

About The Position

The EFNEP Program Aide works in the Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program known as EFNEP. This position, 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.

Requirements

• 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.
• Experience teaching groups of people.
• Knowledge or teaching experience related to nutrition, food safety, food resource management and physical activity topics, guidelines, and best practices.
• Ability to work with diverse audiences
• 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.
• 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.
• All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED