Per Diem Educator

JOB TITLE: Per Diem Youth Educator (September - June)

JOB DESCRIPTION: Approximately 4-10 hours/week. Stonewall Farm (SWF) per diem educators lead pre-K-5 field trip groups, day camps, and private parties in experiential learning activities. This position is trained and supported by the Education Director.

STONEWALL FARM: SWF is a non-profit educational farm in Keene, NH. Our mission is to teach and demonstrate ecological sustainability through education and engagement with local food resources and our shared natural environment. We host students year round on our 125+ acres of farm, field, forest, and wetlands. Our programs provide farm and nature based, experiential learning for children ages 4-18.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Lead chaperoned groups of children in experiential activities around the farm, forest, and wetland areas in varying weather conditions. Activities may include interacting with our farm animals.
2. Lead 2-hour weekday field trip groups. Field trips typically take place between 9a-2p. Program training and curriculum provided.
3. Lead 45-minute educational programs for occasional private weekend birthday parties. Program training and curriculum provided.
4. Lead occasional 7-hour weekday camps. Program training and curriculum provided.
5. Create a safe, positive and nurturing environment for all participants.
6. Program set-up and clean-up when necessary.

QUALIFICATIONS:
➢ Experience working with children, preferably in an outdoor or group setting.
➢ An interest or background in agriculture, environmental science, education, or related field.
➢ Ability to work outdoors in a farm environment in varying conditions.
➢ Desire to teach children about our mission in groups of up to 25.
➢ Ability to interact with families, the public, and other educators clearly and professionally.
➢ Creative, flexible, enthusiastic, and self-motivated.
➢ Ability to work with minimal supervision.
➢ Ability to work around children for up to 4 hours including sitting, standing, climbing stairs, lifting up to 25 pounds, and moving over uneven terrain.

Updated: 1/16/24

BENEFITS:
❖ Up to $15/hr, based on education and experience
❖ Per diem, flexible work schedule - perfect for college students, retirees, etc!
❖ On the job leadership development/ teaching experience
❖ Learn about and participate in regenerative agriculture techniques and sustainability practices
❖ A fun work environment that allows you to be outdoors & be creative!

Interested applicants should return a Resume and brief Cover Letter to Sam Bator, Education Director at sam@stonewallfarm.org
Please feel free to reach out with any questions regarding the position!