Farm Educator

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 weekend shifts. Potential for occasional evening hours.
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

Applications will be accepted until February 13

Revised January 2026