2. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF JOB DUTIES
Family Nutrition Program (FNP) Agent I/Family Consumer Science (FCS) Agent- The major responsibilities of this agent are to coordinate the FNP grant funded program. Agent will implement the grant providing direction and leadership. Duties include: Ongoing partnership with Volusia County Title I Schools, developing lesson plans, supervising program assistants, creating programs for various target groups, evaluating existing programs, and teaching priority lessons to eligible groups. This agent provides programming in the areas of nutrition, health, and food safety to families, 4-H youth, nonprofit and professional groups in Volusia County. Other methods used to communicate nutrition messages include newsletters, News Journal articles, health fairs, web based education, and television spots.
Program Extension Agent I/Family Consumer Science - The major responsibilities of this position are to coordinate the EFNEP (Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program) and FNP (Family Nutrition Program). The agent implements these grants and provides direction and leadership. Duties include: Ongoing partnership with community groups, developing lesson plans, supervising program assistants, creating programs for various target groups, evaluating existing programs and teaching priority lessons to eligible groups.
This agent provides programming in the areas of health, nutrition and food safety to families, nonprofit and professional groups in Volusia County. Other methods used to communicate nutrition messages include newsletters, newspaper articles, health fairs, web based education.
Specific duties by percentage
I. EFNEP 25 %
II. FNP 35%
III. Community nutrition, wellness, food safety 35%
IV. 4-H and youth programs 5%
Total 100%
3. AREAS OF SPECIALIZATION
· Nutrition-Registered Dietitian (national credential) RD#711942. Florida License # ND1785. Licensed to practice nutrition/dietetics and medical nutritional therapy in the state.
· Health, nutrition, and food safety.
4. ASSIGNED ACTIVITIES
Activity / 2010-11 / 2009-10 / 2008-09 / 2007-08 / 2006-07Teaching / 0% / 0% / 0% / 0% / 0%
Research / 0% / 0% / 0% / 0% / 0%
Service / 0% / 0% / 0% / 0% / 0%
Extension / 100% / 100% / 100% / 100% / 100%
Total / 100% / 100% / 100% / 100% / 100%
5. EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND
Educational BackgroundUniversity / Program Area / Degree / Year
University of Florida / Clinical and Community Dietetics / BS / 1987
6. EMPLOYMENT
Employment Listing
University/ Organization / Title / PermanentStatus* / Year
UF/IFAS/Volusia County Extension / Program Extension Agent I / Non Accruing / 07/2006 – present
The House Next Door Counseling / Family Nutritionist / N/A / 04/2004 – 05/2006
Reading Edge Academy / Teacher / N/A / 09/2002- 05/2004
Carol Elliott Inc. / Clinical Dietitian / N/A / 05/1988-06/90
North Florida WIC Project / WIC Nutritionist / N/A / 06/1987-05/1988
*non-permanent status accruing (for the Program Extension Agents).
7. YEAR TENURE/PERMANENT STATUS WAS AWARDED BY UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA-N/A
8. UF TENURE AND PROMOTION CRITERIA
9. TEACHING, ADVISING, AND/OR OTHER INSTRUCTIONAL ACCOMPLISHMENTS- none
10. TEACHING EVALUATIONS – None
11. GRADUATE FACULTY STATUS – NA
12. GRADUATE COMMITTEE ACTIVITIES – None
13. CONTRIBUTION TO DISCIPLINE/RESEARCH NARRATIVE – None
14. CREATIVE WORKS OR ACTIVITIES
Exhibits & Displays (2)
Volusia County Fair, DeLand, November 2011
Volusia County Health and Wellness Fair, DeLand, October 2011
Taufer, J. A., Bryant, K. M., 2010. “Healthy Families: Five Key Area’s for Success” DeLand FL:UF/IFAS Volusia County Extension. Developed for the Volusia County Fair, DeLand, November 4-14.
Taufer, J. A., Bryant, K. M., 2010. “Let’s Move!” DeLand FL:UF/IFAS Volusia County Extension. Developed for the Volusia County Health and Wellness Fair, DeLand, October 4-5, 2010.
2009 (3)
Taufer, J. A., 2009. “Portion Distortion” DeLand, FL: UF/IFAS Volusia County Extension.
Taufer, J. A., 2009. “Know Your Fats” DeLand, FL: UF/IFAS Volusia County Extension.
Taufer, J. A., 2009. “What are you Eating? Climb the Food Pyramid” DeLand, FL: UF/IFAS Volusia County Extension.
2008 (1)
Taufer, J. A., 2008. “Think your Drink” DeLand, FL: UF/IFAS Volusia County Extension.
2007 (3)
Taufer, J. A., 2007. “Keep Foods Safe” DeLand, FL: UF/IFAS Volusia County Extension.
Taufer, J. A., 2007. “Steps to a Healthier You” DeLand, FL: UF/IFAS Volusia County Extension.
Taufer, J. A., 2007. “OrganWise Guys Keeping your Heart Healthy” DeLand, FL: UF/IFAS Volusia County Extension.
2006 (6)
Taufer, J. A., 2006. “The New American Plate” DeLand, FL: UF/IFAS Volusia County Extension
Taufer, J. A., 2006. “The 2005 Dietary Guidelines for Americans” DeLand, FL: UF/IFAS Volusia County Extension.
Taufer, J. A., 2006. “Fruits and Vegetables: Color Matters” DeLand, FL: UF/IFAS Volusia County Extension.
Taufer, J. A., 2006. “Go for the Grains: Whole vs. Processed” DeLand, FL: UF/IFAS Volusia County Extension.
Taufer, J. A., 2006. “Adaptive Utensils for Longer Independence” DeLand, FL: UF/IFAS Volusia County Extension.
Taufer, J. A., 2006. “Choose your Fuel” DeLand, FL: UF/IFAS Volusia County Extension.
Instructional Multi-media Presentations (3)
Develop a power point for a program on Healthy Aging.
Taufer, J. A., “Healthy Choices, Healthy Me.” UF/IFAS, Volusia County Extension, DeLand, FL. Developed for second grade pre/post test, turning point evaluation tool, 8 slides, November 12, 2010.
Taufer, J. A., “MyPyramid Guidance.” UF/IFAS, Volusia County Extension, DeLand, FL. Developed for first grade pre/post test, turning point evaluation tool, 5 slides, November 8, 2010.
Taufer, J. A., Bryant, K., Stauderman. K., “Ag in the Classroom Summer Day Camp.” UF/IFAS, Volusia County Extension, DeLand, FL. Developed for EPAF presentation, 16 slides, August 26, 2010.
2009 (3)
Three original presentations ranging from 10-42 slides were developed for use in educational programs “Steps to a Healthier You” was developed for parent groups and presented at the East Central Florida Foster Parent Association. Two additional presentations were developed for abstract presentations at the Extension Professional Association of Florida Conference.
2008 (9)
Nine original power point presentations ranging from 18 to 51 slides were developed for use in educational programs. Major county presentations included: “Health Benefits of Functional Foods” and “Get the Facts on Food Labels.” Other workshops were developed for continuing education for childcare workers, professional groups and state conferences.
2007 (2)
Two presentations ranging from 42-46 slides were developed. Educational presentations included “Obesity: Solutions in the Childcare Setting” offered to childcare workers. The second power point was “Good Nutrition: An Important Stress Management Tool.”
2006 (1)
One presentation containing 32 slides titled “Nutrition and Recovery.” Used as an educational tool at three drug rehabilitation facilities.
Posters (Total 4)
Taufer, J. A., Bryant, K., Stauderman. K., Poster, JR. Master Gardeners: Ag in the Classroom Summer Day Camp, Developed for 2010 Master Gardeners Coordinator Conference, Davis, California, October 6 - 8, 2010.
Taufer, J. A., Bryant, K., Stauderman. K., Poster, Casual Gardening: Agriculture in the Classroom, Developed for 2010 Master Gardeners Coordinator Conference, Davis, California, October 6 - 8, 2010.
Taufer, J. A., Bryant, K., Stauderman. K., Poster, Casual Gardening: Agriculture in the Classroom, Developed for NACAA National Association of County Agricultural Agents professional improvement conference, Tulsa, Oklahoma, July 11 - 15, 2010.
Taufer, J. A., Bryant, K., Stauderman. K., Poster, Agriculture in the Classroom: Summer Day Camp, Developed for Central District Faculty Symposium, April 29, 2010.
Taufer, J. A., Bryant, K., Stauderman. K., 2009. “Casual Gardening: Agriculture in the Classroom.” Developed for Central District Extension Symposium, April 28, 2009.
Web based communication and teaching (Total 8)
Write bi-monthly newsletters to be published on the Volusia County Employee News Network at http:enn.co.volusia.fl.us.htm.
Write bi-monthly “Hot Topic” article to be published on the FCS web page at http://volusia.org/extension.
Taufer, J. A., Volusia County Employee News Network, “Keeping Hydrated on the Job.” http://enn.co.volusia.fl.us.htm. November 1-30, 2010.
Taufer, J. A., “Follow These Basics to Boost Bean Benefits.” The Daytona Beach News Journal, http://www.news-journalonline.com/news/local/east-volusia/2010/10/24/follow-these-basics-to-boost-bean-benefits.html. October 24, 2010.
Taufer, J. A., “Healthy Choices for Older Americans.” The Daytona Beach News Journal, http://www.news-journalonline.com/lifestyle/health/2010/06/13/healthy-choices-for-older-americans.html. June 13, 2010.
Taufer, J. A., “Potassium Essential for Good Health.” The Daytona Beach News Journal, http://www.news-journalonline.com/news/local/west-volusia/2010/05/09/potassium-essential-mineral-for-good-health.html. May 9, 2010.
Taufer, J. A., Bryant, K., Volusia County Employee News Network, “Managing Stress.” http://enn.co.volusia.fl.us.htm. May 3-31, 2010.
Taufer, J. A., “Spring Cleaning Includes Pantry.” The Daytona Beach News Journal, http://www.news-journalonline.com/lifestyle/home-and-garden/2010/04/18/spring-cleaning-includes-pantry.html. April 18, 2010.
Taufer, J. A., Volusia County Employee News Network, “March is national Nutrition Month.” http://enn.co.volusia.fl.us.htm. March 1, 2010.
Taufer, J. A., Volusia County Employee News Network, “Here are Five Tips for a Healthy 2010.” http://enn.co.volusia.fl.us.htm. January 4, 2010.
2009 (5)
Taufer, J. A., 2009. “Fruits and Vegetables: The Color of Health” Video cast web link: http://www.myfoxorlando.com/subindex/mornings.
Taufer, J. A., 2009. “Stretching Your Food Dollars” Video cast web link: http://www.myfoxorlando.com/subindex/mornings.
Taufer, J. A., Bryant, K. M., 2009. Solutions for Life. http://volusia.org/extension/family.htm.
Taufer, J. A., 2009. “Energy Drinks up Caffeine Intake” http://www.mytopiacafe.com.
Taufer, J. A., 2009. “Sensible Plan Aids Healthy Weight Loss” http://www.mytopiacafe.com.
2008 (2)
Taufer, J. A., 2008. Employee News Network, “A Lot to be Thankful For” http://enn.co.volusia.fl.us.htm.
Taufer, J. A., Bryant, K, M., 2008. “Healthy Summer Snacks for Kids,” Solutions for Life. http://volusia.org/extension/family.htm.
2007 (1)
Taufer, J. A., 2007 “Nutrition and Fitness Resources” http://www.volusia.k12.fl/elementaryservices/pe-150minutes.htm.
Television (Total 3)
2009
Taufer, J. A., 2009 “How to Spend Less on Nutritious Food this Holiday Season,” WDSC Channel 15, Daytona Beach, Florida. A five minute video reviewing tips to save money on your grocery bill. Segments were taped in the home to demonstrate the importance of planning and video at a grocery store to highlight unit pricing, store specials, and avoiding impulse shopping. Taped show aired on Volusia Magazine, Here and Now segment on November 29 and 30, 2009 with approximately 42,000 viewers per show.
Taufer, J. A., 2009 “Fruits and Vegetables: The Color of Health” Fox Channel 35, Orlando, FL. A three minute video that aired live on the morning show Good Day on November 5, 2009 with approximately 18,000 viewers.
Taufer, J. A., 2009 “Stretching Your Food Dollars” Fox Channel 35, Orlando, FL. A four minute video that aired live on the morning show Good Day on October 30, 2009 with approximately 18,000 viewers.
15. PATENTS AND COPYRIGHTS – none
16. PUBLICATIONS
a. Books, Sole Author -none
b. Books, Co-authored-none
c. Books, Edited -none
d. Books, Contributor of Chapter(s)-none
e. Monographs -none
f. Refereed Publications –none
g. Non-refereed Publications
Fact Sheets
2010 (7)
Taufer, J. A., “Packet Covers.” DeLand, FL: UF/IFAS Volusia County Extension, Eighteen packet covers developed to give guidance to teachers and differentiate subjects and grade levels. September 9, 2010, 1pg each.
Taufer, J. A., “Nonextension Match Instruction Sheet.” DeLand, FL: UF/IFAS Volusia County Extension, Developed to give guidance to teachers when filling out match sheets. August 13, 2010, 1pg.
Taufer, J. A., “OrganWise Match Instruction Sheet.” DeLand, FL: UF/IFAS Volusia County Extension, Developed to give guidance to teachers when filling out match sheets. August 13, 2010, 1pg.
Taufer, J. A., “What is FNP?” DeLand, FL: UF/IFAS Volusia County Extension, Developed to promote the Family Nutrition Program. July 16, 2010, 1pg.
Taufer, J. A., Jimenez,B., “Nutrition Resources/ADA Core Messages” DeLand, FL: UF/IFAS Volusia County Extension, April 13, 2010, 4pp.
Taufer, J. A., “What is EFNEP?” DeLand, FL: UF/IFAS Volusia County Extension, Developed to promote the Expanded Food Nutrition Education Program. February 15, 2010, 1pg.
Taufer, J. A., “Citrus-Florida’s Gold-Nutrition Fact Sheet” DeLand, FL: UF/IFAS Volusia County Extension, January 13, 2010, 2pp.
2009 (6)
Taufer, J. A., 2009 “Teaching Nutrition and Wellness Resource List” DeLand, FL: UF/IFAS Volusia County Extension. 1pp.
Taufer, J. A., 2009 “Community Resources” DeLand, FL: UF/IFAS Volusia County Extension, 1pp.
Taufer, J. A., 2009 “Hidden Fats and Salt” DeLand, FL: UF/IFAS Volusia County Extension. 1pp.
Taufer, J. A., 2009 “Healthy Alternatives” DeLand, FL: UF/IFAS Volusia County Extension. 2pp.
Taufer, J. A., 2009 “Stretching your Food Dollars” DeLand, FL: UF/IFAS Volusia County Extension. 2pp.
Taufer, J. A., Bryant, K., 2009” Strawberry Fact Sheet” DeLand, FL: UF/IFAS Volusia County Extension. 1pp.
2008 (4)
Taufer, J. A., 2008 “A Lot to be Thankful for” DeLand, FL: UF/IFAS Volusia County Extension. 1pg.
Taufer, J. A., 2008 “Nutrition and Recovery” DeLand, FL: UF/IFAS Volusia County Extension. 2pp.
Taufer, J. A., 2008 “Nutritional Needs of Your Growing Child” DeLand, FL: UF/IFAS Volusia County Extension. 1pp.
Taufer, J. A., 2008 “The Benefits of Exercise” DeLand, FL: UF/IFAS Volusia County Extension. 1pp.
2007 (6)
Taufer, J. A. 2007. "Summer Food Safety" Deland, FL: UF/IFAS Volusia County Extension. 2 pp.
Taufer, J. A. 2007. "Muscle vs. Fat" Deland, FL: UF/IFAS Volusia County Extension. 2 pp.
Taufer, J. A., 2007. "Cooking for One or Two" Deland, FL: UF/IFAS Volusia County Extension. 2 pp.
Taufer, J. A., 2007. "American's Favorite Foods: What's in your Grocery Cart?" Deland, FL: UF/IFAS Volusia County Extension. 3pp.
Taufer, J. A., 2007. "Goal Sheet: Writing specific, attainable action plan" Deland, Fl: UF/IFAS Volusia County Extension. 1 pp.
Taufer, J. A., 2007. "Fad Diets: Myths and Truths" Deland, Fl: UF/IFAS Volusia County Extension. 2pp.
2006 (2)
Taufer, J. A., 2006. “Know Your Fats” Deland, FL: UF/IFAS Volusia County Extension. 3 pp.
Taufer, J. A., 2006. “Low Fat Cooking” Deland, FL: UF/IFAS Volusia County Extension. 1 pp.
Educational Brochure (2)
Complement the Casual Gardening program by writing three brochures on the following topics: Mouth Watering Melons, Florida’s Sweet-Onion and Blueberry Blues.
Taufer, J. A., Bryant, K., Stauderman. K., “Florida’s Amaizin’Grain, Corn.” DeLand, Florida: UF/IFAS Volusia County Extension, February 26, 2010. 2pp.
Taufer, J. A., Bryant, K., Stauderman. K., “Citrus, Florida’s Gold.” DeLand, Florida: UF/IFAS Volusia County Extension, January 15, 2010. 2pp.
2009 (4)
Taufer, J. A., Bryant, K., Stauderman. K., 2009 “Herbs and More!” DeLand, Florida: UF/IFAS Volusia County Extension. 2pp.
Taufer, J. A., Bryant, K., Stauderman. K., 2009 “Dairy Days of Summer” DeLand Florida: UF/IFAS Volusia County Extension. 2pp.
Taufer, J. A., Bryant, K., Stauderman. K., 2009 “Snack Packs-Healthy Snacks To Go,” DeLand, Florida: UF/IFAS Volusia County Extension. 2pp.
Taufer, J. A., Bryant, K., Stauderman. K., 2009 “Strawberry Jammin,” DeLand, Florida: UF/IFAS Volusia County Extension. 2pp.
2008 (1)
Taufer, J. A., Herzig S. 2008 “Think Before you Drink,” DeLand, Florida: UF/IFAS Volusia County Extension. 2pp.