Tucson Unified School District School Garden Network Program Coordinator

SUMMARY
Coordinates activities within the TUSD School Garden Network, focusing primarily on the Food Literacy Program which connects K-12 students to nutrition and culinary education. This role involves planning and implementing engaging, hands-on learning experiences, leading professional development for
educators, and fostering collaborations with community partners. Responsibilities also include program reporting and other activities related to school garden network program expansion. A strong background in nutrition and garden-to-table initiatives is preferred for this role.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor’s Degree

AND

Four years of experience administering or coordinating programs related to nutrition, culinary education, food systems or gardening and public health.
OR
Eight (8) years of progressive experience administering or coordinating programs related to nutrition, culinary education, food systems or gardening and public health.

Knowledge and ability to use word processing, database, and spreadsheet programs.
One (1) year of supervisory experience.
Knowledge of federal and state legislative requirements related to specific program.
Verbal & written communication skills in English and a demonstrated ability to read and comprehend written/graphic and oral instructions.

Some positions within this classification may require some type of certification.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Master’s Degree

Registered Dietician

Culinary Experience

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS AFTER HIRE
FBI fingerprint background check
Proof of immunity to rubeola (measles) and rubella (German measles), or proof of MMR immunization.

COMMENTS

Effective: 2024-2025 SCHOOL YEAR

Location: Food Services - 2150 East 15th Street

Classification: EXC

FTE : 1.0 FTE - 8 hours per day

Work Calendar: 12 month

Positions less than 30 hours per week are not eligible for district benefits.

Internal candidates will transfer at a rate commensurate with their bargaining unit language. For more information on salary schedule, please reference the Employee Agreements Webpage.

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Tucson Unified School District is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination based on disability, race, color, religion/religious beliefs, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or national origin.

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