Food Explorer Specialist Queens

Job DescriptionJob Description

New York Edge is seeking passionate and enthusiastic Food Explorer Specialists. Multiple Openings across 5 Boroughs! Apply:

Who we are:

New York Edge is a non-profit organization and one of the largest providers of school-based afterschool programs in New York City and the metropolitan region serving over 25,000 elementary, middle, and high school students each year. The mission of New York Edge is to help bridge the opportunity gap among students in underinvested communities by providing programs designed to improve academic performance, health and wellness, self-confidence, and leadership skills for success in life.

What is A Food Explorer Specialist:

New York Edge is seeking passionate and enthusiastic people to fill the seasonal role of Food Explorer Specialist. In this role, you will be critical to the successful operation of the Day Camp program. Specialists are responsible for leading activities for children and teens at New York Edge program sites.

What will you do:

• Build strong relationships with and among students

• Teach or co-lead daily activities

• Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects, and communicate those objectives to students

• Instruct participants on the activities' principles, techniques, and safety procedures and show them how to use materials and equipment properly.

• Other Duties as assigned by supervisor

REQUIREMENTS

• High School Diploma or equivalent required

• Must be 18 years old

• Preferred Degree in or currently studying Nutrition, Public Health, and/or subject that applies.

Schedule:

Part-Time:

Monday-Friday (2:30 pm-5:30 pm)

Pay: $20-25/hour (based on experience and credentials)

New York Edge is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. New York Edge provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.