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Farm to School Educator

YMCA
Chattanooga, TN, US
Part-time

Join our food program team as a Farm to School Educator and help share your love of sustainable, local agriculture with students across Cleveland and Bradley County, TN.

As a Farm to School Educator, you will travel between elementary schools during our after school programs, teaching students about local agriculture, gardening and growing plants, trying new foods, and scheduling local farm visits.

This part-time (15-20 hours / week), position is perfect for a person interested in agriculture, nutrition, dietetics, or farming.

The hours for this role are Monday through Friday in the afternoons.

RESPONSIBILITIES :

  • Deliver engaging, hands-on weekly lessons, including food sampling, cooking, guest speakers, and field trips in collaboration with program staff and USDA grant guidelines, to students in after school programs
  • General lesson planning and supply gathering and transporting supplies to sites
  • Build relationships with school community, including principals, partners, staff, and teachers, as appropriate
  • Cultivate hydroponic garden in each school served; provide instructional materials on sustainability of garden
  • Attend staff meetings & required training

QUALIFICATIONS :

  • High school diploma or equivalent required; one year or more of college preferred
  • Must be 18 years of age or older
  • A valid driver’s license and access to reliable personal transportation required
  • Experience working with diverse populations of youth preferred; Familiarity with equity, diversity and inclusion practices required
  • Experience with gardening, farming practices and seed starting preferred

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

  • Ability to plan, lead and participate in a range of activities in a variety of outdoor / indoor settings, in various temperatures
  • Ability to lift up to 50lbs .

A BETTER US STARTS WITH U!

Imagine going to work knowing that what you do each day positively impacts people’s lives. We are seeking to add new members to our team who are motivated and committed to serving others.

Whether you are experienced or not, we will provide the resources and training needed for you to grow and succeed. If you want more than just a job if you’re looking to discover a sense of purpose and opportunities to contribute to the greater good then the Y is the place for you. Join us!

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