Seasonal Farm Educator

Seasonal Farm Educator

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

Hours: Flexible, part-time, up to 20 hours/week, Tuesday – Friday. Occasional  weekend or evening hours.

Compensation: $15.50/hour

Responsible to: Director of Education and Education Coordinator

Contact: Kelly Reedy, Education Coordinator, kreedy@gormanfarm.org

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

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Implement farm-based education programs for groups of 8-12 people, including children.
  •  Safely lead participants in on-site educational interactions with animals and gardens.
  • Implement Farm-to-Community/Outreach programs 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 Education Coordinator in volunteer training.
  • Support Education Coordinator in program evaluation.

Additional Responsibilities:

  • Assist in daily care of education chickens and rabbits, compost, garden prep, maintenance, harvesting, farmyard work as needed.
  • 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 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 Kelly Reedy, Education Coordinator: kreedy@gormanfarm.org

Revised Feb 2025