AmeriCorps Farm-to-School Coordinator, Newport, Vermont

Green Mountain Farm-to-School 

Green Mountain Farm-to-School is a non-profit organization based in Newport, VT. Our mission is to promote the health and well-being of Vermont's children, farms and communities by providing programs to connect schools and farms through food and education.

Role Description 

The Farm-to-School Coordinator will be responsible for coordinating and implementing programs that educate students about food and agriculture, connecting schools with local farms, and supporting School Gardens. This role involves working closely with schools, community partners and farmers to develop and implement farm-to-school initiatives, leading classroom lessons, facilitating cooking classes, managing school gardens, and organizing farm visits.

Qualifications:

• US citizenship

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation 

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Experience in education, youth development, or related fields

• Ability to provide educational leadership and training

• Passion for promoting sustainable agriculture and nutrition

• Experience working with diverse communities and populations

• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment

• Experience with program coordination and event planning

• Knowledge of local food systems and farming practices is a plus

• Offer contingent upon results from National Service Criminal History Check