Farm Educator

Organization: Gorman Heritage Farm, 10052 Reading Rd. Evendale, Ohio 

Hours: Part-time up to 20 hours/week with a variable schedule week to week

Compensation: $12/hour 

Responsible to: Director of Education

Contact: Krystal Gallagher, Director of Education, education@gormanfarm.org 

Purpose: As a Farm Educator you will have the opportunity to support the mission of Gorman Heritage Farm by implementing high-quality educational and interpretive programs about farms, food, history, sustainability and the environment. Working in collaboration with staff and volunteers, you will help develop a community that better understands where food comes from and how it can be grown sustainably. Join a team of dedicated, passionate individuals who are leading the way in farm-based education for our region.

Primary Responsibilities: 

• Implement farm-based education programs for groups of 8-12 people, including children.
• Safely lead participants in on-site educational interactions with Implement Farm-to-Classroom programs that take education materials and animals off-site to schools and community centers.
• Prepare, create, organize, set-up and break-down education materials.
• Develop and maintain a positive relationship with Education Volunteers by offering teaching tips, support and setting a positive example. 
• Support Education Coordinator in volunteer recruitment and training. 
• Support Education Coordinator in program evaluation. 

Additional Responsibilities: 

• Assist in daily care of education chickens and rabbits, compost, garden prep, maintenance, harvesting, farmyard work as needed.
• Lead weekend, summer and Scout programs as schedule allows.
• Participate in set-up, break-down, and staffing off GHF fundraising events (including but not limited to Row by Row Dinner late August and Sunflower Festival, first weekend in October).
• Other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements: 

This position requires the following physical activities: walking uphill, climbing, bending, lifting, standing, sitting, reaching, finger dexterity, repetitive motions, talking, hearing and visual acuity. The work is performed indoors and outdoors in sun, wind and rain. 

Qualifications: 

• Three to five years in related position, such as outdoor education or  interpretation.
• Strong written and oral communication skills. Proficient in group management and the ability to teach, motivate and work with children. Able to work with minimum supervision.
• Collaborative leadership style: positive attitude, team player, flexible, willingness to work in a non-profit setting with a small staff. Enthusiasm is desired. 

How to apply:

Email Krystal Gallagher at education@gormanfarm.org