Community Educator at No More Empty Pots

Omaha, Nebraska, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

06 May, 26

Salary

25.0

Posted On

05 Feb, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Effective Communication, Critical Thinking, Classroom Management, Program Facilitation, Interpersonal Skills, Customer Service, Food Systems Knowledge, STEAM Education, Program Evaluation, Supply Management, Flexibility, Team Collaboration, Organizational Skills, Detail Oriented, Problem Solving, Trauma-Informed Care, Time Management

Industry

Non-profit Organization Management

Description

ABOUT NO MORE EMPTY POTS No More Empty Pots (NMEP) is a grassroots non-profit corporation that connects individuals and groups to improve self-sufficiency, regional food security and economic resilience of urban and rural communities through advocacy and action. No More Empty Pots’ vision is to support communities in becoming self-sufficient and food secure through collaboration and adhering to core values of education, stewardship, and sustainability. NMEP CORE VALUES * Dedicated * People-Centered/Trustworthy * Solution Focused * Arable-Adaptable * Forward Thinking * Innovative No More Empty Pots follows an accountability model where all candidates for NMEP positions are evaluated on “get it,” “want it,”“capacity to do it,” and alignment with organizational core values. All candidates must have the ability to: * Engage in effective communication * Accept challenges * Prioritize tasks * Use critical thinking skills to solve problems * Be rooted in their “Why” * Work independently and in team settings * Work with a growth mindset * Be detail oriented and deadline driven * Display commitment to NMEP’s mission * Be dedicated to reducing structural inequities * Prioritize people and relationships * Maintain high standards of program delivery and customer service * Be self-starting with confidence to ask questions or ask for help * Have ownership of job accountabilities POSITION DESCRIPTION The Community Educator will provide hands-on experiential learning activities focused on food growing, cooking, nutrition education and STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art and math) for intergenerational program participants, in both school and community settings. This role will work alongside other team members and community partners to create opportunities for increased learning and self-sufficiency. REPORTS TO Community Education Manager SEAT TYPE: TEAM PLAYER The team player is responsible for supporting the team and ensuring everyone works together effectively. An effective team player must possess several key characteristics, including strong interpersonal skills, the willingness to listen and be open to feedback, the ability to collaborate and work well with others, and the capacity to be flexible and adaptable. TOP 5 ACCOUNTABILITIES 1. Program Facilitation: Facilitate engaging and interactive sessions, workshops, or events for program participants. Manage group dynamics to foster an inclusive, respectful, and collaborative environment. Adapt facilitation techniques to meet the diverse needs of participants and maintain their engagement. 2. Classroom Management: Provide clear instructions, guidance, and support throughout program activities. Observe classroom dynamics and offer actionable feedback to enhance teaching and learning experiences. Address behavioral issues promptly and collaboratively, engaging students, parents, and staff as needed. 3. Supply Management: Prepare and organize program materials, equipment, and resources to ensure smooth delivery. 4. Program Design: Collaborate with Community Education Manager, Curriculum Specialist and team members to align facilitation with program goals. 5. Program Evaluation: Collect feedback from participants to evaluate program effectiveness and inform improvements. Maintain accurate attendance records and provide timely reports on program outcomes. 90% PROGRAM SUPPORT & DELIVERY * Support internal and external program partners to deliver Community Education programming and communicate expectations to all stakeholders * Support the mission and vision of No More Empty Pots by making program and curriculum developments that will improve community-based learners’ educational and self-sufficiency outcomes while meeting both internal organizational and external partner expectations * Support collection and reporting of all data needed for both internal and external program monitoring and improvement purposes * Provide direct service educational programming to diverse learners using and providing accommodations to make programming accessible to students * Manage groups of learners including providing classroom management and redirection as appropriate * Prepare program materials, deliver sessions, and reset the instruction space * Support ensuring that all Community Education programs’ requirements are met, stepping in to fill gaps beyond the scope of this specific job role as needed * Inventory and manage program materials and supplies including keeping supplies organized and ensuring that requisitions are handled expediently 10% ADMINISTRATIVE * Attend all mandatory and team meetings * Respond to email and all communications in a timely manner * Follow company policies including financial policies by managing and submitting financial documents including receipts, requisitions, invoices, and other sensitive documents * Collect and submit both quantitative and qualitative data on a weekly and monthly basis as assigned * Attend professional development training/workshops * Follow processes that allow the team to consistently execute programming at a high level OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED * Other duties as assigned REQUIRED SKILLS, QUALITIES, AND EXPERIENCE * This position requires annual Background Checks due to working in schools and with children * Strong interpersonal skills and customer service experience including communicating with a wide variety of people * Familiarity and skill to work with comprehensive food systems and STEAM subjects including amateur culinary and nutrition; home, school, and community gardening * Experience facilitating programs and/or teaching in a classroom setting * Experience and skill to work with vulnerable populations and create supportive learning environments * Proficiency in Google Suite and Microsoft Office including Excel * Must be available during program hours and during required staff meetings and events * Ability and resources to consistently arrive at work on time * Experience and skill to productively manage a group of learners using trauma-informed care principles and to work with vulnerable populations, creating supportive learning environments * Flexibility to work evenings and weekends PREFERRED SKILLS, QUALITIES, AND EXPERIENCE * Comfort using new and experimental technology * Program development and teaching background * Proficiency in online learning platforms * Familiarity with the food system concepts such as zero-waste and seasonality, professional familiarity with the Omaha Metro local food system, and skill to integrate values-driven goals such as zero-waste and using local food * Bachelor’s degree in education, social science discipline, or a food-related field * Valid First Aid or other safety certifications * Valid ServSafe or nutrition certification or degree * Conversational Spanish fluency WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS * This person frequently communicates with staff, students, volunteers, vendors, guests to the program, and others about program and organizational operations, policies, and products. Must be able to communicate and exchange accurate and relevant information in these situations. * Must be able to operate a computer and other office equipment * Must be able to work in both indoor and outdoor environments * A valid driver’s license, access to transportation, and local travel are required * Frequently moves product weighing up to 30 pounds between rooms in the Food Hub or from one location to another * Frequently positions self to reach products stored on high or low shelves * Must be able to discern between acceptable and unacceptable product and cleanliness standards in a food service setting ADDITIONAL JOB DETAILS * Compensation: $18-25/hour, commensurate with experience * Hours per week: Full-time 30-40 hours per week, Part-time 15-29 hours/week, non-exempt * Reports to: Community Education Manager TO APPLY To be considered for this position, please submit a resume and cover letter to No More Empty Pots HERE [https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=ad6da8f2-4d92-4c94-b5f3-a90ce1967aa2&ccId=19000101_000001⟨=en_US]. Be sure to include why this position with No More Empty Pots is a good fit for you. Black, Indigenous, Latinx and any people of color, LGBTQ+ identities and anyone with marginalized identities are strongly encouraged to apply. No More Empty Pots does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation in its programs, activities, or employment.

Responsibilities

The Community Educator will facilitate hands-on experiential learning activities focused on food growing, cooking, nutrition education, and STEAM for program participants. This role involves collaborating with team members and community partners to enhance learning and self-sufficiency.