Job Description

Organization: Gorman Heritage Farm, 10052 Reading Rd. Evendale, OH Hours: Flexible, part-time, up to 20 hours/week. Weekdays with occasional weekend or evening hours. Compensation: $15.50/hour Responsible to: Director of Education, Community Outreach Coordinator, and Field Trip 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 of 8-12 people, including children.
• 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.

• 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 Field Trip Coordinator/Community Outreach Coordinator in volunteer training.
• Support Field Trip 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 (including but not

limited to May Farm Fest, 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: ● 1-2 years in a related position, such as working with children, 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 #J-18808-Ljbffr Gorman Heritage Farm

Job Tags

Part time, Summer work, Flexible hours, Weekend work, Afternoon shift, Weekday work

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