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

Hours: Part-time, 20-25 hours/week during peak season (spring/fall), variable hours outside of peak season. Tuesday-Friday with rotating Saturday’s. Potential for occasional weekend and evening hours.

Compensation: $15.50/hour

Responsible to: Director of Education, Community Outreach Coordinator, and Youth Engagement Coordinator

Contact: education@gormanfarm.org

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

Primary Responsibilities:
Lead farm-based education programs for groups, primarily children, including but not limited to school field trips, summer farm tours, and public programs.
Safely lead participants in on-site educational interactions with animals, gardens, and farm spaces.
Lead Farm-to-Community programs and attend outreach events that take education materials and animals off-site to schools and community centers, driving a GHF education vehicle.
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 Youth Engagement Coordinator/Community Outreach Coordinator in volunteer training.
Support Youth Engagement Coordinator/Community Outreach Coordinator in program evaluation.

Additional Responsibilities:
Assist in weekly chores to maintain education spaces and care for education animals
Lead weekend, summer, and Scout programs as schedule allows.
Participate in set-up, break-down, and staffing of GHF fundraising events. This includes, but is not limited to: May Farm Fest, Row by Row Dinner (late August/early Sept), Sunflower Festival (first weekend in October), and Fall Farm Fun Days (Saturdays in October).
Other duties as assigned.

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.
Must possess a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications:
1-2 years in a related position, such as working with children in an educational setting, outdoor education, or interpretation.
Strong oral communication skills. Proficient in group management and the ability to teach.
Collaborative leadership style: positive attitude, team player, flexible, willingness to work in a non-profit setting with a small staff. Enthusiasm is desired.

To apply, please email resume and cover letter to: education@gormanfarm.org