Program Aide - EFNEP

Texas A&M • San Antonio, TX

13d • $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

• High School diploma or GED, additional education is not considered an advantage .
• Proficient c omputer 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.
• 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 .
• The agency will follow applicable policies if personal vehicle is used, which may include reimbursement at a pre-established rate.
• 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

• 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

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED