Nutrition Teacher at Compulsory Education School
ぎむきょういくがっこうえいようきょうゆ
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Childcare and Education Occupations
- Middle : School Teachers
- Minor : Compulsory Education School Teachers
Summary
A teacher responsible for planning, operation, hygiene management of school lunches, and nutrition education for children and students at compulsory education schools (elementary and junior high schools).
Description
Nutrition teachers at compulsory education schools are specialized educators who support the healthy growth of children and students through school lunches. They create balanced menus based on nutritional standards and food education guidelines, and procure and order ingredients according to the budget. In the kitchen, they ensure thorough hygiene management and allergy responses to provide safe school lunches. They also plan and implement food education programs as part of classes and health guidance, promoting nutrition education for children, students, and parents. They contribute to creating the overall food environment at the school by collaborating with cooks, teachers, and parents.
Future Outlook
While declining birthrates lead to fewer children and reviews of lunch costs and staffing, the increasing importance of food education and allergy responses will continue to demand the expertise of nutrition teachers.
Personality Traits
Good Team Player / High Hygiene Awareness / Likes Children / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Holidays on Weekends and National Holidays / Long-term Leave Available / Part-time Lecturer / Public School Employment / Regular Teacher
Career Path
Newly Appointed Nutrition Teacher → Chief Nutrition Teacher → Education Board Nutrition Staff Instructor → Registered Dietitian → Education Bureau/Public Education Administrator
Required Skills
Food Education Guidance / Food Hygiene Management / Menu Creation / Nutrition Calculation
Recommended Skills
Allergy Response / Cooking Skills / Nutrition Management System Operation / Parent-Community Collaboration
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because attention to detail is necessary for food hygiene and allergy responses. |
| Communication Skills | Because there is a lot of dialogue and coordination with children, students, teachers, and parents. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because it requires physical stamina for long hours of cooking and transporting ingredients. |
| Planning & Organization | Essential for managing school lunch plans and cooking processes. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Because it involves collaborating with cooks and teachers to operate. |
Related Qualifications
- Nutrition Teacher License
Related Jobs
- Elementary School Teacher
- High School Nutrition Teacher
- Junior High School Teacher
- Registered Dietitian