This would be a perfect position for a current graduate who is almost
completed with degree work or a recent graduate who is looking for
environmental education work.
Elementary School Garden Educator
Maya Lin Elementary School, Alameda, CA
2016-17
Scope of Work
The School Garden Educator is a part-time contract position that
supports Maya Lin Elementary teachers and students to maximize the
educational potential of the garden classroom. The Educator:
Facilitates garden science classes, incorporating environmental science
and nutrition education as they relate to the garden working closely
with classroom teachers to develop lessons that support classroom
teaching in a range of curriculum areas (science, social studies,
mathematics, language arts, etc.);
. Coordinates students' hands-on experiences in the garden
(planting, tending, harvesting and cooking);
. Builds capacity within the school by co-teaching with classroom
teachers and involving parents and working with the garden committee to
maintain the garden, help coordinate volunteers and secure all needed
supplies.
Job Responsibilities:
. Facilitate 3-4 garden-based education classes per day, two days each
week for approx. 12 weeks in fall 2016 and 20 weeks in spring 2017;
. Collaborate with the PTA Maya Lin Garden Committee to manage the
school garden, plan and prepare for garden work activities;
. Attend staff meetings and/or grade level meetings for collaborations
and core curriculum alignment; and
. Monitor, document and report on activities.
Desired Skills and Experience:
. At least 2-3 years of facilitation or teaching experience with youth
aged 5-12 (outdoor group management experience preferred);
. Knowledge and skills in small-scale organic food production or gardening;
botany, environmental science, health and nutrition, food systems,
food access;
. Demonstrated ability to work with diverse populations including youth
and adults;
. Strong oral and written communication skills, including public
speaking skills;
. Ability to work independently and be flexible;
. Project management skills.
The Contractor will work from 10 to 15 hours per week, primarily on
Wednesdays and Fridays during the school day and in months when school
is in session. Contractor rate is $18-22 per hour.
Please email resume and cover letter to: Kris Palmer, Garden Committee
Chair, [email protected]
<mailto:[email protected]> by June 20, 2016 or until the
position is filled.
