Outdoor Educator

Description

Positionn: Outdoor Educator

Status: PT-Regular, Non-Exempt

Hours: PT-Regular-Minimum 8 hours per week

Reports to: Education Management

About Coastal Roots Farm

Coastal Roots Farm (CRF) is a nonprofit Jewish community farm and education center. We cultivate healthy, connected communities by integrating sustainable agriculture, food justice, and ancient Jewish wisdom.

We share organic produce with those who need it most and connect people to compelling Jewish ideas and traditions through farming and food. We distribute food through our on-site pay-what-you-can Farm Stand, pop up mobile farm stands, and donations to hunger relief organizations. We offer hands-on education and experiences through School and Group Visits, Farm Camp Farm Tours, Volunteer Opportunities, Jewish Agricultural Festivals, and other community events, inviting our neighbors to connect to the land, Jewish tradition, and each other.

Coastal Roots Farm is located in Encinitas, CA on approximately 17 acres of land which we recognize as indigenous to the Kumeyaay and Luiseño peoples. Our Farm consists of vegetable production fields, education farm and gardens, a food forest, chickens, and compost operations. Coastal Roots Farm was incubated by the Leichtag Foundation in 2014 and received 501(c)(3) public charity status in 2015.

Position Overview

An Outdoor Educator will work part-time regular hours per week, based upon a pre-established schedule with the Education Management team. An Outdoor Educator will support Coastal Roots Farm’s Education Department in facilitating Jewish and Farm-based educational programs reaching community members of all backgrounds with a focus on Preschool-Grade 12 students, young families and adults. An Outdoor Educator will deliver a wide array of programs including Farm Camps, Field Trip Visits, Jewish Agricultural Festivals, Nature Play programming and other programs and community events.

The ideal candidate will exhibit strong communication, public speaking, and group facilitation skills, interest in Jewish tradition, agriculture, and environmental stewardship, a passion for working with young people, and a welcoming disposition. They have the ability to teach these concepts to a diverse audience and have experience in formal, informal, and/or outdoor learning environments.

Coastal Roots Farm values diversity and an inclusive culture. Candidates should be willing and enthusiastic about working within the Jewish community and may be of any (or no) faith or background.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The essential functions include, but are not limited to, the following:

Supporting the delivery of Jewish and Farm-based programs and events for people of all ages and backgrounds including:

Farm Camp reaching youth Preschool-5th grade.

Field Trip Visits serving youth Preschool-12th grade.

After School on the Farm serving youth age PreK-5th grade

Support Jewish Agricultural Festivals and other Community Events and programs for young families and adults.

Birthday parties reaching youth ages 2-10.

Nature Play daily visitor experience reaching youth ages 12 months and older.

Farm Tours serving community members.

Supporting the maintenance of all education spaces including Education Farm and Garden, Nature Play and Environmental Learning Space, and Farm-STEM Science Lab.

Additional?Responsibilities

Supporting volunteer opportunities for outside groups and the general public.

Outreach to community members, schools, and/or partner organizations.

Supporting weekend and evening events for an audience of children and adults.

Attending relevant meetings and events.

Helping with various farm-related projects.

Other duties may also be assigned by supervisor.

Requirements

Required Qualifications and Experiences

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1-2 years of experience in formal or non-formal educational settings.

Enjoys working with youth ages 12 months and up, with a primary focus on school-aged children, and their families.

Entrepreneurial, adaptable, and creative.

Ability to build and nurture relationships with a wide variety of people including colleagues, the general public, youth, seniors, funders, etc.

Active listening and clear communication skills.

Possesses sensitivity to cultural differences.?

Cooperative, service-oriented attitude.

Team player and leader.

Works well under pressure and in a fast-paced environment

Familiarity with Microsoft Office.

Preferred Qualifications?and Experience

High School degree.

Spanish fluency with comfortability leading programs in Spanish.

Experience with spiritual, creative, or arts-based programming (ex: singing, guitar, movement, etc.).

Experience working with youth in a non-traditional classroom setting.

Knowledge of indigenous land-based practices.

Compensation

$20/hr+ depending on experience.?

Typical Working Conditions

An Outdoor Educator will work mostly outdoors and occasionally in the office. There will be exposure to Southern California outside temperatures, chemicals used in the agricultural industry, and loud noises.

Essential Physical Tasks

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Continuous walking, standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, reaching, lifting, and pushing/pulling up to 50 lbs., cutting, and carrying. Able to walk a minimum of .5 miles on uneven narrow trails with elevation gain.

Application Process

Please go to https://coastalrootsfarm.org/job-opportunities/?and click on “Job and Internship opportunities” to apply online. ?All applicants must submit:

Cover letter

Resume

Job questions

Coastal Roots Farm is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to building an inclusive workforce. We welcome and strongly encourage people with diverse backgrounds and experiences to apply. All qualified candidates, regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or genetic information will be considered for this position.