Nutrition Educator
$62,400–$72,800 year
On-siteNew York City, New York, United States or New York, United States
Job Summary
Conduct curriculum-based nutrition education classes and workshops for Pre-K through 12th grade students, while facilitating cooking lessons that teach healthy recipes, techniques, and safety. Maintain a positive classroom environment by providing clear instructions, consistent motivation, and role modeling for healthy lifestyle choices. For younger students, incorporate songs, puppet shows, and arts and crafts to teach healthy eating. Gather measurements for height, weight, and PACER fitness tests, and document student activities and participation. Advocate healthier eating for students, families, and staff while supporting the site-based Healthy Harlem team in implementing program components related to health education and physical activity.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in nutrition, food studies, culinary arts, public health, community health, or a related health & wellness field
- Experience implementing hands-on nutrition education and cooking activities in school-based, after-school, camp, and/or community-based settings
- Proficient in nutrition concepts and cooking skills
- Excellent classroom management and presentation skills
- Comfortable working in various urban settings and with diverse populations
- Team-oriented with strong organizational and collaborative skills
- Animated, energetic spirit and a positive, resilient attitude
- Adapts well to changes in assignments and priorities with the ability to respond effectively to new information, changing conditions, and unexpected obstacles
- Must be available to work five days per week
- Full availability during the assigned hours is essential for this role
- consistent attendance is required
Desired Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in nutrition, food studies, culinary arts, public health, community health, or a related health & wellness field, English major preferred
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