Coordinator, Health & Nutrition
Fast Facts
Join our team as a Health and Nutrition Coordinator to support early childhood education programs by promoting wellness and nutrition for children and families.
Responsibilities: Develop menus, oversee food operations, monitor nutritional data, support individualized nutrition counseling, coach staff, ensure health compliance, and conduct audits and training.
Skills: Strong background in community health or nutrition, knowledge of CACFP and Head Start standards, and experience working with diverse, low-income communities.
Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Community Health, Child Health, Nutrition, or related field with 3 years of relevant experience, CPR and First Aid certification.
Location: The position is based in Delaware, USA, with potential travel up to 10%.
Compensation: $65000 - $65000 / Annually
Are you a socially conscious, dedicated individual who is committed to building a better future for children, families, and their communities? If so, join us as we support early childhood education programs across the country to create positive outcomes for the children and families served.
Help every child thrive through wellness, nutrition, and care.
We are seeking a passionate and detail-oriented Health and Nutrition Coordinator to join our team in promoting the health and wellness of children and families. In this critical role, you will ensure full compliance with Head Start Performance Standards while developing high-quality nutrition services and health supports across our program.
What You’ll Do
As the Health and Nutrition Coordinator, you will:
- Develop, review, and evaluate menus to meet children’s nutritional and cultural needs.
- Oversee daily food service operations, including inventory, preparation, compliance with CACFP, and staff supervision.
- Monitor each child's nutrition and health data, conduct assessments, and manage referrals.
- Support staff and families with individualized nutrition counseling, chronic health condition management, and health education.
- Coach health and family services staff to ensure high-quality assessments, documentation, and family-centered care.
- Ensure compliance with EPSDT health requirements and help families maintain medical and dental homes.
- Lead health campaigns and wellness initiatives aligned with our mission.
- Conduct internal audits, prepare for monitoring visits, and provide training to staff on health and nutrition best practices.
Who You Are
You are a collaborative, mission-driven leader with a strong background in community health or nutrition. You thrive in environments where you can connect systems thinking with compassionate support for families and children.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Community Health, Child Health, Nutrition, or related field.
- At least 3 years of experience in health, community health, and/or nutrition services.
- Strong knowledge of CACFP guidelines and Head Start health standards.
- Demonstrated experience working with diverse, low-income communities.
- CPR and First Aid certification.
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation (travel up to 10%).
- Background check and physical exam required.
This position earns up to 65,000.00 Annually
Why Acelero Learning or Shine Early Learning?
- Ability to make an impact in the lives of the children, families, and partners we serve
- Career growth and professional development opportunities
- Supportive working environment
- Average of 5 weeks of paid time off during 1st year of employment
- Comprehensive benefits, including 401K matching and 100% vesting program
We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating a diverse and healthy work place.
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