Erica Thompson
Bonaire,Georgia
Summary
Results-driven Nutrition Educator with a strong background in designing and implementing health-oriented curricula for diverse populations. Demonstrated success in improving community health metrics through engaging educational programs, utilizing excellent communication skills to simplify nutritional concepts. Focused on promoting sustainable behavior change and healthier lifestyles. Cultivates collaborative relationships with students to enhance engagement and drive overall success.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Nutritionist and Manager
Houston County School District
Centerville, Georgia
01.2010 - 07.2024
- Implemented strategies to reduce sodium levels in prepared meals while still maintaining flavor profile.
- Provided education on healthy eating habits, food selection and preparation.
- Evaluated restaurant menus for nutritional content and suggested healthier alternatives when needed.
- Reviewed existing policies related to school lunches or workplace cafeteria menus for compliance with established standards.
- Instructed clients on proper portion sizes for meals based on their age, gender, activity level and body type.
Academic Consultant
Classical Conversations
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Communicated with teachers online to develop a deeper understanding of the curriculum
- Helped develop and deliver seminars online to teachers
- Organized a robust Co-op webpage with materials for teachers
- Impacted over 200+ teachers with online presence
Director
Classical Conversations
01.2013 - 01.2016
- Built a homeschool community from the ground up
- Developed relationships with families and children
- Organized classes, teachers, and facility each week for a learning environment
- Managed funds to purchase supplies for classes and teachers
- Conducted educational platform for 100+ students
Education
Master of Public Health - Nutrition
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA05-2020
Bachelor of Arts - Education
California Baptist University
Riverside, CA06-2000
Skills
- Nutritional Assessment
- Menu evaluation
- Efficient Meal Preparation
- Facilitating Learning Workshops
- Caloric Intake Regulation
- Nutritional Guidelines Enforcement
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Pediatric nutrition
- Community Health Promotion
- Nutrition counseling
- Nutritional evaluation
- Food allergy management
- Nutrition therapy
- Obesity prevention
- Eating disorder treatment
Timeline
Academic Consultant
Classical Conversations
01.2017 - 01.2018
Director
Classical Conversations
01.2013 - 01.2016
Nutritionist and Manager
Houston County School District
01.2010 - 07.2024
Master of Public Health - Nutrition
Liberty University
Bachelor of Arts - Education
California Baptist University
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