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What does a Nutrition Program Assistant do?

A Nutrition Program Assistant supports nutritionists and dietitians in implementing and managing nutrition education programs. They help organize community outreach activities, prepare educational materials, and assist in teaching healthy eating habits to various groups. Their work often involves collecting and recording data, providing administrative support, and helping participants with resources or program enrollment. Nutrition Program Assistants play a key role in ensuring nutrition programs run smoothly and effectively serve the community.

What are some common challenges Nutrition Program Assistants face when working with diverse communities?

Nutrition Program Assistants often work with individuals from a wide range of cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds, which can present challenges such as language barriers, varying levels of nutrition literacy, and differing dietary preferences or needs. Building trust and effectively communicating the benefits of nutrition programs requires adaptability and cultural sensitivity. Successful assistants utilize creative teaching approaches, collaborate closely with community organizations, and remain patient while fostering positive relationships to overcome these challenges and promote healthy eating habits.

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

To thrive as a Nutrition Program Assistant, you need basic nutrition knowledge, organizational skills, and often an associate degree or relevant coursework in nutrition or health sciences. Familiarity with database management tools, Microsoft Office, and sometimes nutrition analysis software is typically required. Strong communication, cultural sensitivity, and teamwork help build trust with clients and effectively deliver nutrition education. These skills and qualities are essential for supporting program goals, ensuring accurate information delivery, and fostering positive community health outcomes.
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Nutrition Monitor (26-27)

Nutrition Monitor (26-27)

Murfreesboro City Schools

Murfreesboro, TN • On-site

$16.31 - $16.32/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 14 days ago

Job description

Murfreesboro City Schools Part-Time Nutrition Monitor
Department of Nutrition
Revised 04/07/26
CREDENTIALS: High School Diploma or GED.
OTHER QUALIFICATIONS: The position of PT Nutrition Monitor requires an individual who is neat in appearance, clean in work habits and follow all safety rules; be confidential; work cooperatively with others; be courteous; have a positive attitude toward work; and demonstrate a happy, helpful, attitude toward students. The employee is subject to a post offer physical examination with a written statement from the physical showing a satisfactory health record and stating the employee is free of any contagious or communicable disease in such form as might endanger the health of school children. The employee must also pass a PAT (physical abilities test) prior to being hired. All employees hired after January 1, 2000, are required (post offer and prior to commencement of the employment duties) to supply fingerprint samples which are submitted to a criminal history records check conducted by the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation. All hiring decisions are contingent upon satisfactory criminal background check results.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The employee must have sufficient strength and ability to independently and repeatedly lift objects weighing up to fifty (50) pounds and move objects weighing up to fifty (50) pounds; must be able to lift objects weighing more than 5 pounds with assistance. This employee must have sufficient strength/ability to independently push a cart weighing up to fifteen (15) pounds at a distance of fifty (50) feet. This work involves medium-heavy lifting of boxes, reaching, pushing, pulling, stooping, climbing, maneuvering in confined spaces and prolonged standing and walking; work involves exposure to extreme temperatures, chemicals and smells commonly associated with cooking, cleaning and school in general.
PRIMARY DUTIES: Responsible for supervising students during meal times to ensure a safe, orderly, and respectful environment.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
  1. Answer student questions related to menu items, meal components, and food choices.
  2. Assist children with necessary forgotten items: Forks, spoons, straws, napkins, drinks, etc.
  3. Assist students with opening food and beverage containers when needed.
  4. Help manage the flow of students to maintain efficiency and food safety standards
  5. Performs required standing and walking as shift allows.
  6. Encourage students to try menu items and participate in the school meal program.
  7. Maintain cleanliness of work area during and immediately after meal service
  8. Follows all SOP's.
  9. Performs other duties and special projects as assigned.

  1. Perform other food service-related duties as assigned by the School Nutrition Manager that directly support the School Nutrition Program.
  2. Ability to understand and carry out verbal and written instruction.
  3. Ability to understand and prepare recipes.
  4. Must have good mathematical skills.

STAFF RELATIONSHIP: Reports to the School Cafeteria Manager
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Part-time, 12-15 Hour Per Week., Non-Exempt, Hourly Wage Local Scale without Benefits; Work only on days the cafeteria serves students plus three days per year for staff training/pre-open set up/ close up.
Murfreesboro City Schools does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, gender, national origin, disability, religion, genetic information, creed, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law in the provision of services, programs, activities, employment opportunities, or benefits.
Murfreesboro City Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Individuals who need reasonable accommodations for the application or hiring process should contact the Human Resources Department for assistance.

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