What are the responsibilities and job description for the Garden Educator position at Farm to Plate?
Position Summary
This is an opportunity to be immersed in Vermont Garden Network’s (VGN) initiatives in collective gardening and climate resiliency, across multiple program sites. The Garden Educator will work in gardens and greenhouses to assist with season-long tasks and deliver hands-on programming.
Primary Responsibilities
As a Gardener
Lead weekly tasks, including : direct seeding, transplanting, mulching, pest monitoring, pruning, trellising, weeding, harvesting, and coordinating watering schedules
Participate in maintenance of sheds, tools, pathways, signage
Ensure that educational garden sites reflect best practices in organic agriculture and remain accessible to program participants and visitors
Diligently document activities through garden logs, spreadsheets and photographs
As an Educator
Serve as a mentor to new gardeners by providing guidance and building relationships with program participants over the course of the growing season
Coordinate weekly garden-based learning opportunities to welcome families and caretakers of young children in a positive and nurturing environment
Assist with gathering materials, workshop prep, and delivery as needed
As a Team Member
Engage in weekly staff meetings and collaborate with supervisors across programs
Network with VGN alumni and new gardeners to share partnership opportunities
Represent our organization at public events and gatherings
Participate in other related assignments as necessary
Skills & Qualifications
At least two full seasons of organic vegetable gardening or farming experience in Vermont or similar climate
Ability to develop and deliver garden-based lessons and facilitate group activities for adults from diverse cultural backgrounds
Prior experience as an educator in a classroom, outdoor learning environment or childcare setting, particularly working with young children
Proficient in Google Workplace; familiarity with Canva is a plus
Excellent time management skills, highly organized and detail-oriented
Possess strong written and verbal communication skills
Quick learner, self-motivated, able and willing to work independently
A personal vehicle is required to travel between garden sites
Ability to lift 50 pounds and joyfully do physical work in all weather conditions
Social media presence and content creation skills are desirable
Spanish, Nepalese or Swahili language skills a plus, but not required
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