Schoolyard Roots is hiring a full-time Garden Educator to implement hands-on, school garden education programs in Tuscaloosa, AL. The ideal candidate will have experience teaching elementary-age students, a knowledge of organic vegetable gardening, and will possess a passion for garden-based, outdoor education.
SYR is proud to offer a supportive, understanding, and flexible work environment that values work-life balance.

Summary

About Schoolyard Roots:
Schoolyard Roots brings learning to life through hands-on teaching gardens at twelve elementary
schools across Tuscaloosa, AL. For 14 years, we have cultivated curiosity and connection, engaged
communities with food and nature, and connected classroom learning to the real world. We are proud
to offer our employees a supportive, flexible, and understanding work environment that values
work/life balance.

About the Position:
The Garden Educator implements hands-on garden education programs at four of our partner school
gardens. They will also be responsible for class preparation, contributing to lesson planning and
curriculum development, garden planning and maintenance, and collaborating with the Schoolyard
Roots team and their partner schools to deliver an outstanding garden education program. The ideal
candidate will have experience teaching elementary-age students, a knowledge of organic vegetable
gardening, and a proven record of program administration.

Full Job Description and Application Instructions: Visit schoolyardroots.org/careers to view the full job description, salary, benefits, and directions to apply. Position is open until filled. Preferred start date is August 1st.

Compensation Information

This is a full-time, year-round position with a starting salary range of $30,000 - $35,000 based on
experience and qualifications, with the opportunity for performance-based raises. SYR offers a flexible
work environment and a generous benefits package which is detailed below.

Benefits Package includes: 100% of healthcare premiums paid by employer; 18 days Paid Time Off; 11
paid holidays; 1 day PTO during birth month; 3% match on SIMPLE IRA after 1 year of employment;
Flexible scheduling & some ability to work remotely outside of committed teaching & garden time
(requires director approval); Supportive, understanding, and flexible work environment that values
work/life balance; Access to fresh, organic produce, herbs, and flowers from the gardens when
available.