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Nutrition Educator

Huron, SD · On-site

$18.75 - $23.25/hr

... education, and follow-up support. · Verify and document eligibility using income, identity ... Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Nutritional Sciences, Community Nutrition, Clinical Nutrition ...

MyFlorida

NUTRITION EDUCATOR - 64084450

Fort Myers, FL · On-site

$47K - $49K/yr

NUTRITION EDUCATOR - 64084450 Pay Plan: Career Service Position Number: 64084450 Salary: $47,115.00 ... Bachelor's or master's degree in nutritional science, community nutrition, clinical nutrition ...

RiverStone Health

WIC Nutrition Educator (CPA)

Billings, MT · On-site

$22.75 - $29.54/hr

WIC Nutrition Educator Classification title : Competent Professional Authority (CPA) - WIC Division ... Refer participants to RiverStone Health and community resources as needed * Provide knowledgeable ...

destinationone Consulting

Nutrition Educator

Seattle, WA

$21.50 - $27/hr

Collaborate with community organizations to promote nutrition initiatives. Evaluate the effectiveness of educational programs. Requirements Bachelor's degree in nutrition, public health, or related ...

Flipany

Nutrition Educator

Homestead, FL · On-site

$30/hr

FLIPANY is disrupting the way health and wellness support is offered to communities that have been ... The Nutrition Educator will teach nutrition and cooking classes at partner locations, including ...

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How much do community nutrition educator jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 27, 2026, the average yearly pay for community nutrition educator in the United States is $44,715.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $38,000.00 and $50,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What Does a Community Nutrition Educator Do?

A community nutrition educator works with the public to teach members of the community about the benefits of proper nutrition and healthy eating. Job duties include preparing informational resources about diet and food as well as teaching classes, seminars, and workshops for participants from the community. The services a community nutrition educator provide to the public cover such topics as how to make healthy food choices, how to shop for groceries effectively, and how to maximize a family food budget. A nutrition educator or nutritionist typically works for a health care facility, using their skills to train staff and educate patients about the right type of meal planning for particular ailments.

What does a Community Nutrition Educator do?

A Community Nutrition Educator provides education and guidance to individuals and groups about healthy eating habits, food choices, and nutrition-related topics. They often work in community centers, schools, health departments, or nonprofit organizations to promote wellness and prevent disease through nutrition. Their responsibilities include developing educational materials, leading workshops or classes, and sometimes offering one-on-one counseling. They play a key role in helping communities make informed decisions about their diet and overall health.

What is the difference between Community Nutrition Educator vs Public Health Nutritionist?

AspectCommunity Nutrition EducatorPublic Health Nutritionist
CredentialsOften requires a bachelor's degree in nutrition or related field; certifications like Certified Nutrition Educator (CNE) are commonTypically requires a bachelor's or master's degree in nutrition, public health, or related field; licensure or certification may be preferred
Work EnvironmentCommunity centers, schools, clinics, outreach programsPublic health agencies, community health departments, nonprofit organizations
Employer & IndustryNonprofits, government health programs, educational institutionsGovernment agencies, healthcare organizations, public health departments

While both roles focus on promoting healthy eating habits, Community Nutrition Educators primarily conduct outreach and education at the community level, often in local settings. Public Health Nutritionists typically work on broader public health initiatives, policy development, and program planning to improve community health outcomes.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Community Nutrition Educator, and why are they important?

To excel as a Community Nutrition Educator, you need a solid understanding of nutrition science, public health principles, and often a bachelor’s degree in nutrition or a related field. Familiarity with nutrition education tools, dietary assessment software, and sometimes certifications like Certified Nutrition Specialist (CNS) are commonly required. Strong communication, cultural competence, and motivational skills help build trust and effectively educate diverse populations. These skills ensure that nutrition messages are understood and adopted, leading to healthier communities.

What are some common challenges faced by Community Nutrition Educators when engaging diverse communities, and how can these be addressed?

Community Nutrition Educators often encounter challenges such as language barriers, cultural differences, and varying levels of nutrition knowledge among community members. To address these, educators typically tailor their materials to be culturally relevant and accessible, collaborate with local leaders to build trust, and use interactive, hands-on activities that resonate with participants. Building strong relationships and remaining adaptable are key strategies for success in this role.
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Infographic showing various Community Nutrition Educator job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 79% Full Time, 17% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $44,715 per year, or $21.5 per hour.
WIC Community Nutrition Educator Float I

WIC Community Nutrition Educator Float I

ADELANTE HEALTHCARE INC

Mesa, AZ • On-site

Full-time

Posted 4 days ago

Adelante Healthcare rating

7.4

Company rating: 7.4 out of 10

Based on 12 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY
The WIC Community Nutrition Educator Float I is primarily responsible for enrolling persons applying for the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC). Provides follow-up, monitoring and nutrition education to WIC clients. Promotes and supports breastfeeding, refers to appropriate community resource. Travel is required as needed.
EXPECTATIONS
Every Adelante Healthcare employee will strive to maximize their performance and contribution to Adelante Healthcare and the community we serve every day. Employees are expected to work in a manner that demonstrates a commitment to quality, patient safety, employee engagement, innovation, and the highest standards of personal integrity, professionalism, and competence.
OUR CORE VALUES
  • Compassion
  • Excellence
  • Integrity
  • Learning
  • Respect
  • Sustainability

ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
  • Certification to perform cardiopulmonary Resuscitation for the Health Care Professional (CPR) and AED through courses that follow the guidelines from the American Heart Association and Red Cross (cognitive and skills evaluations)
  • Valid Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card issued by the Arizona Department of Public Safety for all specialty behavioral health locations
  • High school diploma or GED from an accredited institution
  • Documented excellence in customer service with ability to interact with and instruct clients from beginner to advanced levels
  • Working knowledge of current Microsoft Office applications and relevant program-related applications
  • Competency in working with people of various cultures
  • Evidence of valid Arizona driver's license and current auto insurance
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality
  • Prioritization and multi-task skills are required
  • Travel to multiple locations required

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Conduct health appraisals and nutritional assessment accurately; including height, weight, hemoglobin, dietary assessment and medical history, and record appropriately in the web-based AIM software program
  • Utilize critical thinking skills to determine specific nutrition counseling, lactation management and/or complications, and monitor progress. Refer high risk clients to registered dietitian
  • Complete required documentation to support eligibility or ineligibility for Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC)
  • Issue appropriate drafts and complete issuance, with all required documentation and signatures
  • Provide appropriate education, counseling and referrals to clients and documentation of doing so
  • Assume responsibility for routine office matters: see clients, phone, filing, and schedule appointments, maintain security for files and drafts, transfer paperwork, submit reports on time, clean and maintain laboratory to meet standards
  • Manage basic customer service complaints before it escalates to the Regional Coordinator
  • Travel to other Sites as requested/needed
  • Correctly collect specimens, perform testing, and processes as indicated.
  • Other duties as may be requested or assigned, including assisting the WIC Program Regional Coordinator and/or Site Leader with other projects

NONESSENTIAL SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
  • Four (4) year college degree in Nutrition OR Registration as a Dietetic Technician with the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics or equivalent experience preferred
  • Demonstrated experience as an Advocate for Health Care or Human Rights
  • Fluency in a language in addition to English (Spanish preferred)

Additional Duties and Responsibilities
  • Other duties as requested or assigned

Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH)
All employees are responsible for promoting and participating in interdisciplinary communication and collaboration to enhance the delivery of quality across the health care system. Employees should maintain an environment which supports and engages patients and co-workers in a caring team-based model to promote wellness and improve health outcomes.
Adherence to Compliance and Code of Conduct
All employees are required to comply with Adelante Healthcare's written standards, including its Compliance Program and Standards of Conduct, policies and procedures and reporting of any conduct that potentially violates Adelante's legal or compliance requirements. Such compliance will be an element considered as part of the regular performance evaluation.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to sit for long periods of time, is required to stand, walk, use hands to handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb steps/stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; smell; manage stress as it relates to essential job functions. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds without assistance and may occasionally be required to lift or move up to 50 pounds with assistance. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Work environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time when traveling to various clinic sites. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The employee may be subject to health hazards (contagious diseases, blood borne pathogens, etc.) when working in the clinic area.
In any organization or job, changes take place over time. Although an effort will be made to keep job-related information current, this is not an all-inclusive list of job responsibilities. Adelante Healthcare, Inc. reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the business need arises. In compliance with EEOC 29 CFR part 1630, if the essential functions of this position cannot be performed in a satisfactory manner by the employee, further accommodations shall be made if it does not constitute undue hardships upon this organization.

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