Program Assistant, Laurie M. Tisch Center for Food, Education & Policy, Program in Nutrition

Teachers College, Columbia University•New York, NY

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Tisch Food Center is seeking a Food Education Program Assistant to contribute to the project “Creating Resources Uplifting Nutrition, Culture, and Health at Lunch (CRUNCH Lunch)” and to support their Food Education Hub. This role involves close collaboration with the Faculty Director, Pamela Koch, EdD, RDN, and Research Associate Alison Garbarina.

Requirements

BA/BS from an accredited four-year college or university in Nutrition, Food Studies, STEM Studies or Education.
Experience working with school students in relation to food and nutrition education or school meals.
Excellent oral/written communication skills and ability to create concise, professional work.
Availability between 8 am and 5 pm to travel to New York City Public Schools in Brooklyn, Bronx, Manhattan, and Queens as needed.
Strong communication, writing, and technology skills (e.g., Google Drive, Google Apps, Zoom, Canva, Microsoft Office Suite, and basic website maintenance).
Team Player with ability to work independently with exceptional follow-up skills.
Ability to exercise professional judgment, work independently, show initiative, communicate effectively, and demonstrate excellent organizational skills.
Comfort and desire to work in racially and ethnically diverse communities.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in nutrition, food studies, STEM studies, or education preferred.
Experience with human subjects research.
Excellent interpersonal communication skills as a team player.
Ability to work with conflicting demands and to meet deadlines.
Detail-oriented and excellent organizational and time management skills.
Experience with communication, website development, and social media.

Responsibilities

Review existing lessons and books and create original materials for the CRUNCH Lunch online resource hub.
Work with schools and teachers implementing CRUNCH Lunch to assist with teacher professional development and data collection/organization.
Assist with all aspects of the Food Education Hub, including data collection, research, planning meetings and events, and collaborating with Food Education Coalition Partners.