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KidSpirit Cooking Academy Summer 2026
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Oregon State University
Corvallis, OR (In Person)
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Position Details Position Information Job Title KidSpirit Cooking Academy Summer 2026 Appointment Type Student Employee Job Location Corvallis Position Appointment Percent 100 Appointment Basis 12 Pay Method Hourly Pay Period 16th - 15th of the following month Pay Date Last working day of the month Remote or Hybrid option? Min Hourly Rate $15.05 (Standard); $14.05 (Non-Urban); $16.30 (Portland Metro) Max Hourly Rate $21.50 (Standard); $21.00 (Non-Urban); $22.00 (Portland Metro) Position Summary This recruitment will be used to fill multiple part-time (a maximum of 20 hours per week) Student Outreach Assistant positions for the KidSpirit Program in the Division of Extension and Engagement at Oregon State University ( OSU ). KidSpirit's goal is to provide a quality and safe environment for all campers, parents, and staff. Employees should always be prepared and willing to respond to the unexpected. KidSpirit prides itself in challenging its employees to grow as individual's while gaining professional experience. The Division of Extension and Engagement (Division) is core to Oregon State University's mission. The Division helps create real solutions and positive impact across Oregon and beyond. The Division is aligned under the leadership of the Vice Provost for Extension and Engagement. To learn more about our division and its core units and initiatives, please visit our website: https://engagement.oregonstate.edu/. KidSpirit is a unit within the Division of Extension and Engagement. The mission of KidSpirit is to be a leader in providing young people with intentional, high-quality, equitable learning experiences that promote positive interactions among adults and peers. Transferable Skill Development OSU is committed to ensuring students are prepared for success after graduation through intentional skill development as student employees. The competencies students develop while working at OSU are defined by the National Association of Colleges and Employers ( NACE ) as the essential skills employers seek in their hires. In this position, students learn and build vital career-readiness skills in the primary areas below: Communication, Critical Thinking, Teamwork, and Career & Self-Development. Position Duties Instruction, Lesson Planning & Youth Accountability (65%) Responsible for leading specialized activities that promote nutrition and cooking. Able to coach skill development in food preparation and cooking. Preparing and implementing lesson plans, providing feedback, maintaining safe learning environment, and assisting other instructors and camp counselors. Attending orientations, meetings, and in-service trainings. Shop for groceries. Able to cook from own kitchen being viewed by families and children. Ability to have / acquire or assistance in order to have technological capabilities to be cooking in a virtual live program. Completing and submitting appropriate documents as needed (incident/accident reports, monthly time sheets, lesson plans, etc.) Maintain equipment and supplies inventory. Safety, First Aid & Documentation (10%) Monitor participant safety at all times and administer first aid when necessary. Initiate emergency action procedures appropriately and calmly. Accurately complete incident, accident, and behavioral reports as required. Use sound judgment to assess situations, respond appropriately, and communicate effectively with supervisors and families. Training, Meetings & Professional Development (10%) Attend required orientation sessions, program meetings, and in‑service training. Review and comply with all program policies, procedures, and activity guidelines. Actively pursue opportunities for career growth and skill development through training and feedback. Equipment & Supplies Management (5%) Check out, request, and properly use equipment and supplies for activities. Maintain and organize the equipment area before clocking out each day. Report equipment needs, safety concerns, and supply issues to supervisors. Program Promotion & Family Engagement (5%) Communicate effectively with parents regarding participant progress and development. Promote KidSpirit programs including recreational classes, camps, ACES , and special events. Serve as a positive ambassador for the program, using strong interpersonal communication skills. Communication, Paperwork & Record Keeping (5%) Maintain clear, timely communication with coworkers and supervisors, including responding promptly to emails and phone calls. Complete necessary paperwork, attendance sheets, and documentation with accuracy and attention to detail. Collaborate with team members to support smooth program operations. Other Duties Carry out additional responsibilities as requested by supervisors to support program success and team functioning. May require lifting of 35lbs. Minimum Qualifications Full Employment Eligibility Requirements can be found here: https://hr.oregonstate.edu/student-employment-manual/500-employment-eligibility-requirements Must be academically enrolled in a high school, community college, or university and pursuing a program or course of study Must meet Academic Standing Requirements; students on academic suspension are not eligible for employment Must meet the applicable minimal enrollment standard High School student: Regularly enrolled in a high school or participating in a home-schooling program Undergraduate and post-baccalaureate student: 6 credit hours per term Undergraduate international student: 12 credit hours per term• Graduate student officially admitted to