Job description
The South Whidbey School Farms and its culinary program aim to serve the development of South Whidbey School District students by providing an educational setting where students engage in farming and learn about the connections between food, health, community, and the environment. Since 2014, the South Whidbey School District's student farmers have been growing fresh vegetables using organic practices integrated with farm-based curriculum. The program has over an acre and a half of growing space, including student beds, production and market beds, inclusive sensory and elevated beds, and a developing edible forest space. Over the course of their service term, members develop and expand their farming, teaching, and organizing skills while working closely with the certified farm teacher and the school farm manager to grow produce and support students in hands-on learning, farming, cooking, and healthy eating. Interviews will be held in May and our program begins September 1st. This is an Americorps National Service position. This position is contingent upon funding and open until filled.
Member Duties : Members will collaborate with our farm staff in providing learning experiences to students related to growing and preparing healthy food. On a daily basis, our member will engage in multiple classes with the farm teacher, using the seasonal cycle of the farm as the basis for the daily curriculum. Members and staff will lead students in lessons focused on preparing the soil, planting, caring for, harvesting, cooking, and enjoying the food they grow. Members will also assist the farm manager in all aspects of farming.
Program Benefits : Education award upon successful completion of service , Stipend , Health Coverage , Training , Childcare assistance if eligible .
Terms :
Permits attendance at school during off hours , Car recommended , Permits working at another job during off hours .
Permits attendance at school during off hours , Car recommended , Permits working at another job during off hours .
Service Areas :
Health , Children/Youth .
Health , Children/Youth .
Skills :
Teaching/Tutoring , Education , Team Work , Environment .
Teaching/Tutoring , Education , Team Work , Environment .
SUMMARY
Program Type:
AmeriCorps State / National
Program
23-24 South Whidbey Schools Farm and Food Educator
Program Start/End Date
09/01/2023 - 07/15/2024
Work Schedule
Full Time
Education level
High school diploma/GED
Age Requirement
Minimum: 18 Maximum: 99
Program Locations
WASHINGTON
Accepting Applications
From 05/01/2023 To 12/15/2023
Contact
Jay Freundlich
5476 Maxwelton Rd
Langley WA 98260
(360) 221-4600
wscip@esd.wa.gov
www.sw.wednet.edu
Listing ID
100998
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