Program Aide - EFNEP
Texas A&M University, Fort Worth, TX, United States
# **Job Description Summary**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.# **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# **Qualifications****Required Education & Experience*** High School diploma or GED, additional education is not considered an advantage.**Preferred Education & Experience**
* 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.**Required Knowledge, Abilities, & Skills*** Familiar with the community where the position is located.* Knowledge or teaching experience related to nutrition, food safety, food resource management and physical activity topics, guidelines, and best practices.Proficient computer skills – Microsoft Office programs – Outlook, Word and Power Point; Excel, etc. Working knowledge of Zoom and/or Microsoft Teams to conduct virtual lessonsAbility 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. Ability to work with diverse audiences**Preferred Knowledge, Abilities, & Skills** **Physical Requirements & Working Conditions** Must be willing to work necessary hours to fulfill job responsibilities (some evenings and weekends).
Hours worked will not exceed 20-30 per week.
The Texas A&M University System is one of the largest systems of higher education in the nation, with a statewide network of twelve universities, eight state agencies, a comprehensive health science center, Texas A&M-Fort Worth and Texas A&M-RELLIS.The A&M System is committed to providing an educational and work environment that is conducive to the personal and professional development of each employee.Each member institution provides equal opportunity and access to all students, employees and prospective employees.
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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.# **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# **Qualifications****Required Education & Experience*** High School diploma or GED, additional education is not considered an advantage.**Preferred Education & Experience**
* 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.**Required Knowledge, Abilities, & Skills*** Familiar with the community where the position is located.* Knowledge or teaching experience related to nutrition, food safety, food resource management and physical activity topics, guidelines, and best practices.Proficient computer skills – Microsoft Office programs – Outlook, Word and Power Point; Excel, etc. Working knowledge of Zoom and/or Microsoft Teams to conduct virtual lessonsAbility 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. Ability to work with diverse audiences**Preferred Knowledge, Abilities, & Skills** **Physical Requirements & Working Conditions** Must be willing to work necessary hours to fulfill job responsibilities (some evenings and weekends).
Hours worked will not exceed 20-30 per week.
The Texas A&M University System is one of the largest systems of higher education in the nation, with a statewide network of twelve universities, eight state agencies, a comprehensive health science center, Texas A&M-Fort Worth and Texas A&M-RELLIS.The A&M System is committed to providing an educational and work environment that is conducive to the personal and professional development of each employee.Each member institution provides equal opportunity and access to all students, employees and prospective employees.
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