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Program Delivery
Promotes EFNEP and recruits eligible youth and adult participants through community outreach and partnerships.
Develops and maintains positive working relationships with community organizations to coordinate nutrition education programs, communicate program expectations, and support participant success.
Deliver engaging, learner-centered, nutrition education using approved, evidence-based curricula that are responsive to participants’ age, culture, language, literacy level, and learning needs. Delivers instruction through a structured curriculum consisting of a minimum of six lessons for each participant group to promote lasting behavior change.
Collects required participant information and administers approved evaluation tools to measure program participation, knowledge gain, and behavior change while maintaining participant confidentiality.
Connects participants with Extension programs, community resources, and public assistance programs, including SNAP, when appropriate.
Represents EFNEP at health fairs, community events, and outreach activities to increase program awareness, strengthen partnerships, and recruit participants.
Planning
Plans and coordinates nutrition education programs by scheduling classes with community partners, organizing instructional materials, supplies and equipment, and ensuring classroom logistics support successful program delivery. Adapts activities to meet participant needs while maintaining fidelity to approved curricula and compliance with program requirements.
Training
Participates in orientation, required trainings, and ongoing professional development to strengthen nutrition knowledge, teaching practices, cultural responsiveness, technology skills, and program implementation. Applies supervisor feedback and new learning to improve program quality and participant outcomes.
Travel
Travels throughout the assigned county to conduct nutrition education programs, recruit participants, and participate in required meetings and trainings. Occasional overnight travel is required for annual statewide training.
Reporting
Maintains accurate and timely participant, program, travel, and administrative records in accordance with University, EFNEP, and USDA NIFA requirements. Submits required reports and documentation by established deadlines and protects participant confidentiality. Other duties as assigned.
Nutrition Educator will achieve and maintain food safety certification (SafeStaff).
Normal Work Schedule: 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, 8am - 5pm. Required nights and weekends when assigned due to the nature of the program.
Attachment: EFNEP Core Values.pdf
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