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.

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.