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July 26, 2022
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Summary
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