About this opportunity
Harlem Children's Zone lists this Nutrition Educator opportunity in new york, New York. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Harlem Children's Zone (HCZ) - a world-renowned education and poverty-fighting organization based in New York - seeks an enthusiastic, dedicated, and mission aligned Nutrition Educator to support our K-12 programming.
The Nutrition Educator will bring a passion for the mission of Harlem Children's Zone: break the cycle of intergenerational poverty with comprehensive, on-the-ground programming that builds up opportunities for children and families to thrive in school, work, and life.
The Nutrition Educator will be a part of site-based teams that are dedicated to implementing Healthy Harlem programming at respective after-school sites and report to the health coordinator. The ideal candidate will be a dynamic, energetic educator who conducts nutrition and cooking lessons for students and caregivers.
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Requirements
Bachelor's degree in nutrition, food studies, culinary arts, public health, community health, or a related health & wellness field
Who You Are 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
What You'll do Conduct curriculum-based nutrition education classes/workshops for students, in grades Pre-K through 12th grade
Facilitate cooking lessons to teach students healthy recipes, cooking techniques, kitchen tools and equipment, and safety
Maintain a positive classroom environment conducive to learning, creativity, safety, and fun
For those working with students in Pre-K - grade 2, incorporate songs, puppet shows, arts and crafts, and a variety of creative approaches to teach healthy eating
Advocate healthier eating for students, families, and staff
Provide clear classroom instructions, including learning objectives and transitions
Provide consistent motivation, enthusiasm, and role modeling for healthy lifestyle choices
Support the site-based Healthy Harlem team in implementing program components related to health education and physical activity
Document student activities, participation, and services provided
Gather measurements for height, weight, and the PACER fitness test
Attend in-house professional development trainings
Schedule
Fall & Spring: Monday-Friday, between 2:00 PM and 8:00 PM (exact hours determined by site location).
Summer: Monday-Friday, between 7:00 AM and 6:00 PM (exact hours determined by program needs).
Commitment Requirements: After-school programming: Minimum of 20 hours per week, with at least 4 hours per day.
Summer programming: Expect to work 40 hours per week.
Please note that the schedule is fixed, and consistent attendance is required. You must be available to work five days per week, and we are unable to offer scheduling accommodations. Full availability during the assigned hours is essential for this role.
Benefits
As a member of the Harlem Children's Zone team, you will join a supportive and inclusive community dedicated to helping children, families - and our staff - thrive.
Please take a look at our Part-Time benefits below.
Our exceptional Part-Time benefits include: Career advancement
Paid sick leave
Employee referral bonus
Physical wellness discounts
Commuter benefits
Additional Benefits (Discounts on flights, hotels, theme parks, concert tickets, and more
The salary range for this position is $30.00-$35.00 per hour. To be considered, interested applicants should apply directly through the posting. No telephone inquiries or recruiters, please. Replies will only be sent to qualified applicants. Harlem Children's Zone and Promise Academy Charter Schools does not provide work visas for candidates who require employer sponsorship to ensure work authorization in the United States. Harlem Children's Zone is an EOE.
Worksite address
new york, NY, 10261, US
Who can apply
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