Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program (FFVP) Assistant

Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program (FFVP) Assistant

Job Goal: The FFVP is a USDA-funded program that provides free fresh fruits and vegetables to children in participating elementary schools. The program's goals include:

• Increasing children's fruit and vegetable consumption
• Expanding the variety of fruits and vegetables children experience
• Influencing children's life-long eating habits
• Creating healthier school environments

Qualifications:

• Background check: A clean background check
• Organization: The ability to prioritize and multitask
• Communication: The ability to communicate effectively with students and staff.
• Appearance: A professional appearance
• Strength: The ability to lift, push, or pull objects up to 50 lbs
• Dexterity: Manual dexterity to handle boxes and supplies.
• Washing, sorting, counting and distributing fruits and vegetables to students
• Clean and prep fruits and vegetables for distribution

Salary & Schedule:

• 9 hours per week (Monday-Wednesday)
• $15.00 per hour
• 10:00 A.M. -1:00 P.M.

CLOSING DATE: Until Filled

HOW TO APPLY: All applicants should complete the State of Alabama on-line application and attach it to the specific job number in order to be eligible for hire. This application can be found on the website www.alsde.edu/teachinAlabama. Any questions should be directed to Dr. Danielle Webster at [email protected]

SPECIAL NOTE: The person selected for this position must agree to a background check, be fingerprinted, and pay a fee. This is required by law.